Jack L. Danielson, 86, of Jefferson Township, Mercer, previously from Hermitage, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020, due to complications from Parkinson's Plus (MSA) and dementia.

He was born June 27, 1934 in Sharon to George H. and Edna Mae (Beven) Danielson, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his loving family, his wife Henrietta (Bodendorfer) Danielson of 55 years, his daughter Denise Moore and his son-in-law Del, his grandson Erik, his granddaughter Hallie and her fiancé Corey Powell, and their fur babies Duncan, CJ, Jasper, Monty, Jax, and Niko with whom he made his home with and he adored. He is also survived by his son Tod (Pam) Danielson of Kingwood, Texas and his daughter Tammi Danielson of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother George D. Danielson and his sister Lois J. Macaluso.

He serves 6 months active duty and 6 years in the reserves of the US Army. He was employed by the former Sharon Transformer Division of Westinghouse Electric Corp., and was later chosen to relocate to Muncie, IN to open their new plant. He later returned to the area and worked as a nursing home administrator.

He and his wife then began their next adventure by opening their own floral shop and greenhouses in Zelienople. He was fortunate to be able to retire at 53 and enjoyed many years of adventure, travel, and family time.

He loved Pittsburgh sports, the weather channel, game show network, and ice cream.

As per Jack's wishes, there are no services.

Arrangements entrusted to J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jack's name to the Alzheimer's Network, 4214 Market St. Youngstown, OH 44512.