Daniel Carroll Voorhees, 72, of Harrisonburg, died on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at his residence.

Daniel was born on July 22, 1936, in Richmond, Va., and was the son of the late John Eugene and Virginia Edenton Voorhees.

Mr. Voorhees graduated from Harrisonburg High School in 1954, where he played football and served as Senior Class President. Daniel retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 31 years in 1992. Following his retirement, he worked in the sporting goods department at Valley Heritage. He was also a member of the Harrisonburg Jaycees and the B.P.O.E No. 450. Daniel served in the Virginia National Guard for a number of years before his retirement in 1962.

On Jan. 31, 1960, he married Nancy Carol Hopkins of Louisa County, who survives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, John H. Voorhees and wife, Elizabeth, of Durham, N.C.; one brother, John Addison Voorhees of Wilmington, N.C.; and two granddaughters, Hannah Caroline and Emma Kathryn Voorhees, also of Durham.

Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Harrisonburg with the Revs. Philip Wiehe and Laura Lockey officiating. Burial will follow at the Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.

There will be no formal visitation. However, the family will receive friends at anytime at their residence in Harrisonburg.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to RMH Hospice, 235 Cantrell Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801, to the RMH Regional Cancer Center, 100 E. Grace St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or to Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 660 S. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kygers.com.

Arrangements entrusted to the Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. 

	1. 28-07-2008 08:32
	DEAR NANCY, I WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF DANS DEATH IN THE PAPER THIS MORNING. IT WAS KIND OF A SHOCK TO ME I THOUGHT HE WAS DOING O.K. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. YOU AND DAN WERE VERY CLOSE. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING JUST GIVE ME A CALL AT 289-3903 I WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP IN ANY WAY. TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS, SANDRA WASHINGTON SPORTING GOODS IN ROCKINGHAM COOPERATIVE.

NANCY VORHEES

	2. 28-07-2008 12:55
	Nancy - I'm very sad to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and wishes go out to you and your family. Dan always had a cheerful greeting when I spoke to him at the Farm Bureau and was always full of funny stories about the grandkids. I know he and Dad were very good friends and he will be greatly missed by all.

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	3. 28-07-2008 14:57
	Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. Sam called me this morning with the news. It was an honor to work with Dan. I always enjoyed his straight forward personality. I know Kortney will be very sad as well. She took to Dan the first time they met. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. All my love and prayers.

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	4. 28-07-2008 16:11
	Nancy, John, Elizabeth, and girls,   We want to let you know that we are sorry for the loss of Dan and assure you of our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time in your life. May you find peace and comfort in happy memories and gratitude for the life he lived. Our best wishes, Jane & Hank Bowers

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	5. 28-07-2008 16:21
	Mrs. Voorhees and family: Iwas sorry to read of Dan's passing. I worked with him for many years at the post office, and I would run into him after his retirement. He was easy to get along with, and he'll be missed.   May God comfort you.

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	6. 28-07-2008 18:29
	Mrs. Vorhees (Nancy), It was so good to see you at Mrs. Dean's birthday get-together. I am so sorry for your loss. I never knew Mr. Vorhees, but I am certain he was as special as you are. Just know I am keeping you in my prayers during this time, and I wish for you an extra measure of God's grace and peace.

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	7. 28-07-2008 20:21
	To Dan's family and brother John.  I was sad to read about Dan's passing, When I was growing up in Harrisonburg and working for Dan's Dad ( Happy ) I saw a lot of both he and John. They were kind of like brothers to me. I always think of to good times we had together at " Three Ring Grocery"     God Bless !    David Purcell

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	8. 28-07-2008 21:18
	Nancy,  I was sorry to see Dan's obituary in the paper today. I remember him as such a hard worker in therapy who always tried to have a positive attitude. I was glad to see that he was able to be at home for his last days. I also pray you will be sustained and strengthened by your faith and your family and friends as you greive his loss.

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	9. 29-07-2008 07:21
	Dear Nancy:  So sorry to read about your husband's passing in today's DNR. Just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am not looking at obit at this moment, as am at work (Voter Registration) and paper has not arrived. (It just arrived!) Tomorrow I have a morning obligation, so will not be able to attend service at Emanuel E C.  Do want you to know that one of these days plan to 'connect' with you about DAR etc. Noticed that your maiden name is same as my Mayflower ancestor-Stephen Hopkins! We might be related!!!    Lots of Love,      Judy von Seldeneck

Judy von Seldeneck

	10. 29-07-2008 07:43
	i am sending you my sincere sympathy for your loss.the grieving process will be long and hard.but with family and friends and gods grace you will feel comfort knowing your not alone .  may god bless all of your family.  i met dan when i was very young.i will always remember his thoughtfull and courteous ways.

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