Obituaries

I had the pleasure of working with Dan at Cobequid Petro Can and enjoying the odd game of capper to pass time during the shift. Many years later we crossed paths again at a couple of different events and I was glad to discover he was the same upbeat Dan I remembered from the 90's. You don't meet someone like that everyday, he left a positve mark wherever I remember him being. Rest easy Dan

Rest in Peace Dan, I will always remember your kind, smart, generous and funny friend. Dan is selfless and always wanted to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. Gone but will NEVER be forgotten!

My heartfelt condolences to all the family and close friends. Dan was simply the best example of what a human being should be. An intelligent, honest, caring, funny and decent person. I will always remember him as one of the best drummers I have even seen play and a great well rounded musician, period. I am glad for the memories that I will carry with me from the times I spent around this amazing man! Thanks for all the good times. I know you're rocking out on the other side! Rest in peace Dan.

We were so shocked to hear of Dan's passing. He was such a wonderful musician and we really enjoyed having him as part of the Soda Shoppe Gang along with his siblings Sylvain, Mitch and Johanne. What an amazing family. Our condolences to Louisette and all of the Lachance Family. George, Elaine, Angela and Jennifer Whalen

Just want to say how sorry I am to hear of Dan's Passing. I knew Dan through the school band at Sackville High and our memorable trip to Holland. He will always be a Man of 55. My condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time. Derrick Peverill

I had the privilege to work with Dan for many years, starting with PBSC, and he was just the best instructor and his students loved learning from him. I used to love it when he would be scheduled to be in Ottawa and we could hang out after work. When I would travel to the east coast, I'd be lucky again to see him. Dan was the kindest, friendliest person and was nicknamed Smiling Dan amongst the Ottawa PBSC folks. May he rest in peace. Condolences to his whole family and many friends.

Sometimes you don't even have to know someone to know what kind of a person they were. In my mind, every Lachance family member were special people. I could go on and on, but I'll stop. This news deeply affected me. You're in a better place Dan 🙏

I'm a better person for having known you, Dan. Our families grew up together, and they always will be the closest of friends, as we learn to live without you here among us. I love you, Dan. See you on the Other Side.

It's so hard to say goodbye to a friend who I have been close with since Grade 8. We have lost many friends along the way, but this was the first time someone from our close inner circle had to leave us. I will miss you, Dan. I will miss all the times we laughed, all of the music and the times we would sometimes just sit around and talk about nothing at all. Our world is a different place now. RIP, my friend.

Dan was like a little brother. I enjoyed playing music with him in Chambermade and when he played with us in the Drive. I will miss him and never forget the times we spent enjoying music together. He was a gifted song writer and I enjoyed many of his original songs. He was a humble person who was an amazing musician all around. Love you Dano never forget you. Condolences to the Lachance Family, Roman and Trinity and Shay.

Dan was one of funniest guys I've ever met and a true artist. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace .