03/27/2023
The friends, fans and families of the Churchville Lightning are dealing with heavy hearts as, collectively, we mourn the loss and passing of Coach Dan Funk. For the past 20 years, Coach Dan has been an outstanding coach, friend and mentor to the players of the Lightning as well as the countless others that he worked with as either a high school or private lesson coach.
Coach Dan was blessed with the uncanny ability to inject life, energy and confidence into every player and person that had the good fortune to be in his presence. He was unique in his ability to listen and be empathetic, while at the same time, always knowing exactly the right thing to say. Certainly, this unique ability was his "super power".
Over the past several years, Coach Dan battled with heart related health issues. But, with the same grit and determination he expected from his players, Coach Dan battled those issues and was an inspiration to us all with his on-going display of courage, commitment and perseverance as well as his periodic notes and posts of encouragement.
His passing will leave a gaping hole in the hearts of many and his passion, energy and intensity for life will be sorely missed. Thankfully, all Lightning players, both past and present, will forever have a piece of "Mr. Dan" in their minds and hearts.
Rest In Peace.
