Daniel McMahon

January 31, 1944 – April 24, 2026

Daniel McMahon, 82, passed peacefully at home with his family on April 24, 2026.

The heavens welcomed Dan in bright rays of gold, amber, and red, breaking through the clouds and shining above the tree planted in memory of his wife, Sandy, blooming strong toward the sky.

Dan was born on January 31, 1944, to Bud and Betty McMahon while his father was serving during World War II. He was the oldest of eight children, all blessed with plenty of McMahon determination.

He met the love of his life, Sandy, through his sister Cathy while home on furlough from the Navy. Cathy showed him photos of her friends, and he immediately pointed to Sandy as the prettiest girl in the bunch. He was right. Dan and Sandy married in July 1965 in Indianapolis and built a beautiful life together.

Dan was a Sheet Metal Journeyman who worked at Naval Avionics and later Chrysler Foundry in Indianapolis, retiring in 2000. Earlier, he also worked construction, once roofing an obstetrician’s home to help pay for the birth of his daughter. He operated Knee Hi’s Body Shop, where his kids learned how to work hard and bring old things back to life.

He loved motorcycles, especially riding out west with his brothers Joe and Steve. He loved toothpicks, duct tape, hot rods, painting cars, and any vehicle with potential. His favorite was his purple 1957 Ranchero. He never owned a car that stayed one color for long, and rust or dents never scared him off.

Dad found Jesus in his early twenties, and from then on, his Faith shaped everything.

He saw the best in people and rarely gave up on anyone.

He was a prayer warrior, a lover of Scripture, and a man who believed the glass was half full. He valued everything.

Dan was preceded in death by his beloved wife Sandy, son Matthew, his parents Bud and Betty, brother Mike, and loved ones who welcomed him home.

He is survived by his daughter, Danyele (Ryan) Easterhaus; son, Jeremy McMahon; grandchildren, Paige (Aaron) Cook, Brooke Easterhaus, Jada Easterhaus, Shelby McMahon, and Sofia Easterhaus; great-granddaughters, Adeline Cook and Nala Easterhaus; and siblings, Cathy Holle, Steve McMahon, Mary (David) Abel, Susan (Doug) Godme, Joe McMahon, Judy Carney, and Jacquie McMahon.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at North Circle Church, 20101 Grassy Branch Road, Westfield, at 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Funeral services will begin at noon.

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Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to assist the family in arrangements.