Robert Ray (Johnny) Daniel, 82
A band and choral director with McMinnville City and Warren County schools, he served as choir director for First United Methodist Church, where he was a member. He also directed choirs for Grace Lutheran Church in Lakeland, Fla., Smartt Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church and First Church of God. He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II.
The son of the late James M. and Hattie Cope Daniel, he was preceded in death by brothers, Urby and Marshall Daniel, and sister, Verna Purser.
He is survived by his wife, Lillian Nelms Daniel; son and daughter-in-law, Kenny and Nancy Daniel of Lebanon; daughter and son-in-law, Melody and Mike Green of Franklin; grandchildren, Jonathan and Jamie Daniel of Lebanon, Jennifer Daniel of Daytona, Fla., and Daniel Green of Franklin; seven nieces and one nephew.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church with Robert Case officiating. Burial be held at Mt. View Cemetery. Visitation will be held at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at High’s. Memorial donations may be made to Lazarus House Hospice, First United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice.
High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Southern Standard
(McMinnville, Tenn.) Jan. 19, 2005