William Edward “Bill” Daniels, 63, of Rockledge, Florida went home to the Lord on Friday, September 10, 2021, at Viera Hospital in Viera, Florida. Bill had previously undiagnosed Pulmonary Fibrosis which rapidly accelerated after battling COVID 19 – Pneumonia.
Bill was bon on November 6, 1957 to Stan Daniels and Elsie Powell, in Washington, Pennsylvania. The third of four children, he had an older bother Robert “Robbie”, an older sister Susan “Susie”, and a younger sister Marijane “Janie”. In his junior year at West Greene High School, he fell head over heels for the girl who he would love for the rest of his life. Bill married Pamela Joan “Pam” Miller on July 30, 1975, in Oakland, Maryland. Pam and Bill shared a love that inspired everyone who knew them and a closeness that many never experience. Their example of true love was a blessing to all of the people in their lives. This past July, they celebrated 46 years of marriage.
Bill had been a faithful follower of Jesus Christ for over 20 years. He was a Trustee at the Hundred Church of Christ and later a member at the Rockledge Church of Christ and Church of Christ at North Melbourne. Though never a lover of school or studying, when it came to God’s Word, he was always learning. Memorizing whole chapters, participating in Bible Bowl, or just listening to the audio Bible for hours on end, Bill didn’t see Bible study as work but as a pleasure.
Bill was a hard-working man who always made sure his family was well taken care of. He worked as a lineman, an equipment operator, and other jobs. For 21½ years he worked for the West Virginia Department of Highways in Hundred, WV until retiring in 2016. In Florida he worked for Brevard County and the city of Rockledge. Bill got certified for every piece of heavy equipment he was ever given the opportunity for. He also participated several times in the Equipment Operators Rodeo, winning various awards for his skill. He never slowed down, out working many younger men right up until he retired in April of 2021.
A jokester to the end, Bill had a personality that was larger than life. He was forever teasing or telling stories. Whenever you were with him you were likely laughing. He had a smile that said he was up to something and a laugh that confirmed it. His favorite way to spend his time was with family; eating meals together, celebrating holidays and events, or just hanging out and goofing off. He loved going to the beach, riding his Harley, traveling, and tinkering on projects.
Bill was the epitome of a Jack-Of-All-Trades. There was next to nothing he didn’t know how to do, fix, or build. All his family, friends, and neighbors knew that they could come to him for help with anything; from a leaky roof to engine trouble. He would even help with plumbing though he would always let you know that he hated it.
When at home, most of his time was spent in one of two places. A hard worker even after retiring, you could find him out in the yard at daybreak tending to the landscaping and other yard work. He always loved gardening and could make most anything grow and flourish. When the sun got too warm, he would head to his garage/man cave. He loved his garage! If you ever visited, you were sure to be shown his custom-made garage bathroom that he designed and built himself.
Bill’s greatest interest and number one priority was always Pam. He loved to buy her jewelry or pick flowers for her on his way home from work. He would sing her praises to anyone who would listen. They never tired of each other’s company. He was fiercely protective of her and always looking out for her in every way. He would wake up each day before she did and make a cup of hot tea for her, set out her medicine and vitamins, and love her. He always had a bottle of water and pain relievers on their headboard in case she would have an ache or pain in the night. In their traditional marriage, it may have seemed to some that she had to take care of him, but the truth was that he took care of her right back. He never stopped telling her she was beautiful and never stopped flirting with her. He never stopped holding her hand. He used his last words to reassure her that he was at peace and going to Heaven and that he loved her.
Bill and Pam had three children and a niece who became a daughter in heart. Bill would say that they made three kids together and then God blessed them with a fourth. As a Dad, none could have been better. He would take you sledding, teach you how to change a tire, or spend six hours helping you craft the coolest, most unique Valentine’s Day box. He was a hero Dad. He once had the steam from a radiator melt the skin on his arm yet continued to an amusement park in agony, rather than disappoint his kids. Even as adults, you always knew you could count on him for anything. There was nothing that he wouldn’t do, nothing he wouldn’t sacrifice to make his kids feel loved and happy; to give them an amazing childhood; and he succeeded.
As the kids grew and had families of their own, he was so proud to see how his and Pam’s love had created all these wonderful lives; his legacy. Outside of the kids and grandkids, Bill’s little sister Janie and her husband Ed were the best of friends with Bill and Pam. They spent as much time together as their schedules allowed. Taking trips, going on outings, hanging out at the beach or home – they spent many great times together.
Bill leaves behind so many who are going to ache with his absence and await the day they will see him in eternity –
His beloved wife, Pam Daniels, 62, of Rockledge, Florida.
His daughter, Jenny Moore, 43, of Melbourne, Florida and her husband Tom.
His son, Jason Daniels, 41, of Wileyville, West Virginia, and his wife Darlene.
His son, Nathan Daniels, 39, of Rockledge, Florida, and his wife Livia.
His daughter, Robin Stein, 34, of Washington, Pennsylvania, and her husband Cody.
Grandson, Dallas “Doc” Longwell, 27, of Melbourne, Florida, and his wife Caitlin “Munchkin”.
Grandson, Dusty “Butch” Longwell, 25, of Melbourne, Florida, and his wife Adrianna “Baby”.
Grandson, Dylan “Noodle” Longwell, 24, of Hundred, West Virginia, and his fiancée Bailey.
Granddaughter, Hannah “Princess” Longwell, 22, of Hundred, West Virginia.
Grandson, Bodey “Squirt” Moore, 9, of Melbourne, Florida.
Granddaughter, Isla “Gertrude” Moore, 8, of Melbourne, Florida.
Granddaughter, Jaylene “Peaches” Daniels, 15, of Wileyville, West Virginia.
Grandson, Aiden “Newt” Daniels, 14, of Wileyville, West Virginia.
Grandson, Jonathan “Scooter” Daniels, 12, of Rockledge, Florida.
Granddaughter, Isabella “Belle” Daniels, 11, of Rockledge, Florida.
Grandson, Will “Willie Toes” Stein, 15, of Washington, Pennsylvania.
Grandson, Kraven “Knothead” Stein, 13, of Washington, Pennsylvania.
Grandson, Rhett “Little Man” Stein, 5, of Washington, Pennsylvania.
Granddaughter, Vivienne “Pappy’s Girl” Stein, 3, of Washington, Pennsylvania.
Baby Stein, due March 2022, of Washington, Pennsylvania.
Great-Granddaughter, Freyja “Faygo” Longwell, 5, of Melbourne, Florida.
Great-Grandson, Wesson Murray, 2, of Hundred, West Virginia.
Brother, Rob Daniels of Bethany, West Virginia.
Sister, Susie Betz of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Sister, Janie Miller of West Alexander, Pennsylvania, and her husband Ed.
Half-brother, Todd Daniels of New York.
Two Nieces: Nikki Miller and Missy Major.
Five Nephews: Jay McConn, Grayson Daniels, Obie Daniels, Dathan Daniels, and Ricky Miller.
Seven Great Nieces and Nephews: Keagan, Skylar, Nakoma, Brianna, Conner, Mason, and Juelene.
Bill was preceded in death by:
His father, Stan Daniels, and his mother, Elsie Powell Dixon.
His father-in-law, Philip Miller, and his mother-in-law, Margaret Mackey Miller.
His brother-in-law, Doug Miller.
His half-sister, Kimmie Daniels.
His niece, Jessica Hilborn.
Broken Chain
We little knew that morning
That God was going to call your name
In life we loved you dearly
In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you
You did not go alone
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

You left us precious memories
Your love is still our guide
And though we cannot see you
Your’re always by our side.

Our family chain is broken
And nothing seems the same
But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again.

His Lord said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” – Matthew 25:23.