Obituary of Daniel L. Abel

Abel, Daniel Louis, 76, of Barnegat, NJ passed away peacefully on January 28th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. The son of Donald and Edith Abel (pre-deceased), he was born in Glen Cove, NY. Dan was a veteran of the US Army, and was a member of the American Legion, Post 232, Barnegat, NJ. He was a graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School and Seton Hall University. Dan began his professional career in the supermarket industry. He then spent over 25 years with Toys “R” Us, Corporate Division, where he was Director of Real Estate. He retired to Barnegat to be closer to the shore. Dan was the patriarch of the family, and shared his advice and wisdom whenever needed. His caring nature was eclipsed only by his generosity. He was a venerable, gentle man. Danny and his wife loved to travel, having skied mountains in the US and Europe. He loved spending time on or near the water, be it California or New Jersey. He enjoyed working out, reading, listening to his favorite music, a good meal, and his dance moves were legendary. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Coleen (Fallon), and brother Richard Abel (Marilyn). He is also survived by sisters-in-law Joanne Fallon (Patrick, pre-deceased), Mary McManimon (Timothy), Nancy Phillips (Jim), Laurie Fallon (Brian, pre-deceased), and Jamie Foy (Ken). “Big D” was the fun-loving, favorite uncle of his many nieces and nephews: Christian Abel Tucci (Christopher), Victoria Abel Beach (Randy), Megan Abel, Katherine Abel Mugridge (Steve), Kieran Fallon, Joseph Height, Katelyn Fallon, Jacqueline Albaugh (Colin), James Germano (Erin), Jonathan Height (Angelina), Jake Vincent, Liam McManimon, Gianna Frohman, and Richard Frohman. Danny is also survived by several grand nieces and nephews. Danny will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Daniels’ Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 747 W. Bay Ave., Barnegat, NJ 08005 on Friday, February 10th at 12:00 noon. Visitation will be preceding mass from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at the church. Dan brought such a light to the world with his kind and generous heart. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a cause that touches your heart in his memory, or simply offer an act of kindness to someone, just as Dan always did.