"Susan, so sorry to hear about Daniel. Although I have been gone from Morgantown for several years now,I remember both of you so well. You and Daniel are both the kind of good people who are not easily forgotten. Pat Harris"
In loving memory of
Daniel Barrett Musick
September 14, 1950 - July 4, 2016
O, all the money that e'er I spent, I spent it in good company,And all the harm that I ever did, Alas it was to none but me.Daniel Barrett Musick, 65, of Morgantown, died early Monday morning, July 4, 2016 at his residence following an extended illness.Born September 14, 1950 in Columbia, MO, he was the son of the late Archie Leroy Musick and the late Irene Jane Kolodziej Musick.Survivors include his loving wife, Susan Elizabeth Holt Musick; step-daughter Mary Colleen McCarthy Eld, her husband Michael John Eld and their son, Christopher Andrew Eld of Charlotte, NC; a sister, Patricia Ruth Musick of Fairmont, WV and Colorado Springs, CO; numerous cousins including Kurt Wilner, Wayne Wilner, Roger Wilner, Gwendolyn Jackson, and Rainey Horvath, as well as other extended family members.Daniel attended Macalester College in St. Paul, MN. He obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Art from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, and attended University of Denver for graduate studies in library sciences.He was a gifted musician from his early childhood. He was well versed in playing recorders, flute, tin whistles, Irish drums, panpipes, saxophone, bagpipes, octave mandolin, bouzouki, banjo, spoons and bones. He embodied the magician Prospero from The Tempest, a role he played in high school theatre.Among his strong interests were reading, hiking, exploring, writing, building musical instruments, woodworking, listening to music of every sort, the study of music and musical instrument history, and reading poetry. He did leatherworking, made longbows and arrows and had a strong interest in all aspects of Celtic cultures. Daniel was an intriguing conversationalist. His contagious enthusiasm turned many people on to his interests.From early childhood, he was involved with the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. He and his wife served as delegates to the General Assembly for several years. He was also active in the Society for Creative Anachronism, where he was known as "Jaffrez-Yann de Montcorbier."He will be fondly remembered as a supremely wonderful husband - and a kind and loving gentleman who never used ridicule or sarcasm to hurt anyone.An informal gathering of family and friends will be held on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at 10:45 AM at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Morgantown, following the regular service.Professional services are under the direction of Smith Funeral & Cremation Care, 108 Holland Ave., Morgantown. To send personal condolences and other symbolic gestures, please visit www.smithfuneralandcremationcare.com.
Tributes
"I have many memories of Danny as a young boy. We played cowboys and indians in our backyard - the beautiful Garden of the Gods and drove our cars under the roots of the big tree in front of Whittier grade school. I remember when his dad wrote "Jigger Flies First" and we marveled over the fact that he and Patty were in the story. I wish that we would have stayed connected but life just seems to move on. Danny's family and close friends will be in my prayers."
"Many fond memories of Daniel. Will always see him sitting on that front row seat just to the right of the lectern. A precious and gifted life gone too soon. I'll miss you, Daniel."
"I knew Daniel from his participation in the jam sessions at Percival Hall. I read his recent statement where he expressed unusual bravery in the face of almost certain death. I was deeply moved by Daniel's bravery and I send my sincere condolence."
"I remember Dan so fondly. Wishing all of you solace and good memories of him, and a deep sense of how much he loved you all. Tina"
"We've lost a good man. I've spent only a little time with Daniel (my brother-in-law he was), but it seemed to me that love flowed out from him as freely and naturally as good water from a mountain spring. My sister Susan chose well, and I grieve with her for her loss."
"I wish to express my condolences to Daniel's family. It always brought a smile to my face when I would see Daniel sitting and playing music downtown. Comfort and peace to the family."
"I remember Dan and his family when we visited them and went camping with them. Dan was always energetic and fun to be with. It is a blessing to read about his interests in so many areas. I am sending my prayers to the rest of the family for comfort in the loss and rejoicing in the legacy Dan has left. As we say in the Orthodox Christian church, "May his memory be eternal.""
"So very sorry to hear about your loss Pat. Please extend our condolances to your family. May the cherished memories sustain you all through this difficult time. Regards, Mary Helsaple and Neal Williams"
"Oh, Dan, I'm really sorry I didn't make it back east three years ago, I certainly would have stopped by to see you. In all the adversities you faced in life you accepted and endured them with grace, gentility, and an enduring sense of peace. In that you are a true inspiration. This sounds trite but I'm really sorry we didn't have closer contact, You have always been 'a very Parfit Gentil Knight' in every way, Sir Daniel, and one of the first White Rose Society members. We sailors have a saying, 'Fair winds and following seas be with you.' I could wish you nothing less, old friend, on your continuing journey"
"My deepest affection and respect to Dan's family and his wonderful sister Pat. My life was enriched knowing Dan, Pat and their parents Archie and Irene. Dan was always inspiring when i was at Colorado College or working at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. i would hear him practicing the bagpipes up on the roof of the museum. I know that Archie and Irene are giving him a big hug and sending love to all of you. My respect and sincere love to all."
"Dear friend and artist peer Pat Musick, I am so sorry for your loss. Daniel sounds like a wonderful kind spirit whose presence enriched the planet with warmth. I send condolences to the entire family and hope you all find comfort and healing cradled in each others love. Warmest Regards, Laura"
"I am saddened by the loss of my gifted talented cousin, Dan Musick. My condolences to Susan, Pat, Mary and all the family. Yis light will shine on through music and art, and his spirit is now free to roam the forests and canyons. Pace e bene."
"Our lives will all be more empty without him. Susan, I wish I could be with you. Know I'm thinking of you and remembering all our time together."
"Farewell for now, Daniel; we'll see you again, and remember you always as an amazing, kind, creative soul who made this little blue planet a better place by your presence. Thoughts and prayers with Susan, Pat, and all of those who have known and loved you."
"I think Dan'l enriched every person he ever encountered. I certainly loved getting to spend time with him whether it was around a table or a chance street encounter or a ride in the car to run an errand. He was a real philomath, a genuine word nerd, a creative spirit, and all around kind and positive dude, a rare combination. I miss him so much already."
"Daniel shared some time and stories with our musical family and shared his generosity selflessly. I am grateful to have known him and hope he's in a better place now. My condolences to the family."