Daniel “Dan” Joseph Songer, age 67, of Brookville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the Penn Highlands Brookville Hospital in Brookville, PA. Dan was born in Brookville, PA, on November 6, 1956, to the late Donald James and Martha (Silvis) Songer.                                                

Dan graduated from Brookville High School in Brookville, PA with the class of 1974.

Dan married the love of his life, Margaret (Crate) Songer, on May 28, 1977, in Clarion, PA; she survives. Their dedication to one another for more than forty-seven years served as a testament to their love and loyalty. They created a beautiful life while raising two children full of love and memories.

After high school, Dan attended Lumber Grading School in Memphis, TN. He worked as a lumber grader for Corsica Lumber and Simpson Lumber for years, Jefferson Paving, and was an operator for PennDOT, before retiring in 2016.  

Dan was a member of the Sigel Volunteer Fire Company for many years, the Knights of Columbus, and was a leader for the Boy Scouts of America. Dan took pleasure in a range of outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting, especially with his grandchildren, four-wheel riding, cutting firewood, and spending time at their family camp. He enjoyed watching classic western and cowboy movies. Dan also loved tinkering around in his garage.   

Most importantly, his family was his greatest treasure in life. Dan had a wonderful sense of humor and would frequently tease those he loved. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. Dan will be missed beyond measure by his family and friends.

In addition to his wife Margaret, Dan is survived by two children; Shawn D. (Jill) Songer of Brookville, PA, and Afton M. (Corey) Anthony of Brookville, PA; seven grandchildren; Lani Songer and Savannah Songer, Landon Anthony, Taryn Raines, Braylon Raines, Lindzey Oakes, and Logan Oakes; three siblings; Donna (Chuck) Swartz of Tidioute, PA, Denny “Butch” (Kathy) Songer of NC, Penny (Chuck) Simpson; one sister-in-law; Lori (Dr. John) Wagner of Brookville, PA; one brother-in-law; Allen (Deb) Crate of Brookville, PA; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.                                 

In addition to his parents, Dan is preceded in death by two brothers; Donnie Songer, and his infant brother Michael; and one nephew; Dustin Songer of Brookville, PA.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 5 – 8 pm at the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825. A second viewing will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 – 11 am, also at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held following the second viewing beginning at 11:00 am and officiated by Preacher Randy Matheny.

Interment will take place privately.  Arrangements are under the care of the Carrier Funeral Home, 2834 Maplevale, Rd., Brookville, PA 15825. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Dan’s name to CORE, 204 Sigma Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15238, or the Sigel Volunteer Fire Company, 9234 Rt. 949, Sigel, PA 15860. Please visit our website at www.carrierfh.com to find more information or place online condolences.