Matthew David McDaniel

Matthew David McDaniel passed away in Marana, AZ on July 8, 2024. He was born in Holbrook, AZ on February 14, 1978. Matthew is survived by his mother, Marcella Rehkop, of Tucson, AZ and Father, David McDaniel (Kathy) of Fredericktown, MO. He is also survived by his brother James (Beth) McDaniel of Tucson, AZ , nieces Allison (Allie Cat) McDaniel of Waterford Michigan; Emma (Emmer Tube) McDaniel of Bozeman, Montana; Ainsley (Painsley) and Delaney (Stinky Cheese) McDaniel of Tucson, AZ.

Matthew graduated from Fredericktown, Missouri High School in 1996. He then attended Mineral Area College at Park Hills, MO. Afterwards, he attended and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science from the University of Missouri at Columbia in 2002; a Master of Science Degree in Pathobiology from The University of Arizona in 2006; a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2011. Since then, Matthew had worked as a veterinarian, in Missouri, Colorado, and Arizona.

Matthew loved hunting, fishing and nicknaming his nieces. He also enjoyed cooking, especially on the grill or smoker. He particularly loved sharing his creations with family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Matthew at Peter and Sue Cuneo’s home in Tucson, AZ from 6:00-8:00 PM on the evening of August 17. Another service will be held in Fredericktown, MO in October. Location and time will be announced later.