Daniel L. “Rat” Radaelli, 62, of St. Marys, PA
Daniel L. “Rat” Radaelli, 62, of St. Marys, PA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
He was born on March 25, 1961 in St. Marys, a son of the late Ronald and Anna Bella Johnson Radaelli.
Dan was married to the late Pamela Tucker, who preceded him in death in 1992. He was then preceded in death by his longtime fiance, Darlene Thomas.
Dan was a graduate of St. Marys High School, class of 1980. He then attended DeVry Institute of Technology for Electronics. He worked for many years at the family business, Radaelli TV, alongside his dad and brothers.
He also worked at Sylvania for a number of years. Dan loved to tinker around, and will be remembered for his quirky collecting, inventions, and ability to fix most anything. Always fun to be around, Dan loved helping others and enjoyed spending time in the woods, especially around a campfire.
He is also survived by four siblings; Lori (Rick) Wehler, Missy (Ed) Herbstritt, Jim Radaelli, all of St. Marys, and Steve (Geo Glenn) Radaelli of Lakeland, FL, as well as by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He is also survived by two lifelong friends; Kim Saline and Jackie Castina.
In addition to his parents and his wife, Pamela Tucker Radaelli and fiance, Darlene Thomas, he was preceded in death by his nephew; Travis Wehler and by a brother; Randy Radaelli.
A Memorial Service for Daniel L. “Rat” Radaelli will be held on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home.
Family and friends will be received at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home on Friday, December 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a favorite charity.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be offered to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com