Dr. Charles M. Daniel's Obituary
Dr. Charles Menachery Daniel, M.D., 59, of Tucson, Arizona, returned to his heavenly home on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Charles, affectionately known as Charlie, was born on October 24, 1964, in Bangalore, India to Daniel Varghese and Aleyamma Daniel, the third son out of five children. He developed a strong interest in medicine and pursued his Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery degree at St. John's Medical College. Charlie completed his internship, residency, and Ph.D. candidacy at the esteemed Ohio State University, and then embarked on a passionate 27-year career, leaving his mark at renowned institutions such as Ohio State University and Tucson Medical Center.
In 1996, Charlie married his beloved wife Bevila John in Kerala, India and became the treasured son-in-law of Samuel (Kochujohnychan) and Gracy John. The young couple started their lives together in Columbus, Ohio, later moving to Tucson, Arizona in 2005. God answered Charlie and Bevy’s fervent prayers and they joyfully welcomed their son Adrian Rohan Daniel in 2006 and their daughter Abigail Reshma Daniel in 2010. He was an affectionate, loving and dedicated father and friend to his children, who were his pride and joy.
Above everything, Charlie regarded his relationship with God as the most important pursuit of his life. He was a man of conviction and strong faith, which naturally overflowed to the people around him and was the foundation of how he led his life and family.
Beyond being a compassionate doctor, who was tirelessly dedicated to the well-being of his patients, Charlie chose to volunteer his spare time to both local and global missions.
Charlie is reunited in heaven with his cherished parents and mother-in-law Gracy John, as well as his dear older sister Rajamma. His spirit continues to live on through his wife and children, whose lives he enriched with love and guidance, and his three siblings, Stanley Menacherry, Godly Daniel, and Shirley Thomas.
Charles passionately supported global missions. In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting the following organizations close to his heart.
Gospel Missions of India | Charles Daniel Memorial Fund
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