Daniel J. Moriarty, 66, passed away unexpectedly on April 14, 2024.  He was born January 12, 1958 in Holyoke, MA. to the late Donald and Marie Moriary. Daniel grew up in South Hadley and graduated from South Hadley High School in 1976 where he was an outstanding athlete on the baseball and football teams.  After graduating from WNEC in 1988 Dan worked for the IRS for 36 years, planning to retire in June.  He was an avid outdoorsman; especially enjoying hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and hiking in the woods with his dogs.  He was a passionate sports fan for his favorite NY teams.  More than anything he took pride in his children’s lives and sporting events.  He enjoyed keeping score at baseball games and was the backbone for his son’s racing.   Dan cherished his family.  He was so proud of his children and their academic and athletic successes.  Dan was a devoted husband and father.   His favorite pastime was working on his property and spending time at home with his family.   His family, his home, and his dogs were his world.  He will be missed beyond words.

Dan will be forever missed by his loving wife Melissa L. (Dragon) Moriarty, and his children Haley N. Moriarty and Dylan J. Moriarty. 

He was predeceased by his father, Donald J. Moriarty.  He leaves his mother Marie E. (Samson) Moriarty and a sister Kathleen A. Moriarty of South Hadley; his uncle Peter Samson of Chicopee; and many cousins. He also leaves many friends whom he has made over the years with his outgoing personality.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Daniel’s name to Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215; or the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife.

Calling hours will be Wednesday April 24 form 4 – 6:30 pm at the Douglass Funeral Service, Amherst with a service beginning at 6:30.

Memorial guestbook at www.douglassfuneral.com