Daniel Lee Songer, a well-loved father, grandfather, and friend passed away on May 12, 2026 at his home in Montrose, CO at the age of 75.

Born in 1950 in Gunnison, CO, Dan was raised by his grandparents on a farm in Montrose where he learned the value of hard work, grit, and responsibility. He carried this work ethic throughout his life, serving over 30 years as a skilled Electrical Lineman for Tri-State G &T (Colorado Ute). He was a man who began his life with very little but had the determination to build something bigger and provide something better for his family. 

Dan married Karen Beahm in 1972. They settled in Montrose and shared 32 years of marriage, until her unexpected passing in 2004. Together they raised three children, Shannon, Shane, and Jaymie. The family transferred to Dolores, CO, for seven years where they made great new connections before returning to Montrose to be closer to friends and roots. Dan’s hard work afforded his family a boat and they took countless trips to Lake Powell where they enjoyed camping, water skiing, canyon exploring, and other adventures. 

Dan enjoyed a good meal, good company, and sharing a good story about his rowdy past or adventures on the job. A natural mechanic with gifted hands, Dan could fix just about anything. He had a lifelong passion for motorcycles and big block engines and especially reveled in the thrill of riding his Harley or racing his supped up hot rods. He owned many different classics over the years and took pride in dragging main and showing them off. 

Dan was a true “miracle man” having survived a life-threatening aortic aneurysm much to the amazement of his doctors and surgeons. Only given a few years survival rate, he fought through all setbacks to live another 19 years. Dan made it a habit of defying the odds. Each day, he faced life with determination and gratitude, waking up with a positive spirit which inspired those around him. His positive attitude carried him forward despite the health challenges and that resilience reflected the man he was--strong, joy filled, and unwilling to let circumstances define his attitude.

Dan is survived by his children Shannon (Mike) Antonucci of Grand Junction, Shane (Chelsea) Songer, and Jaymie Michels; his grandchildren: James, Daniel, Ryan, Mya and Mikey Antonucci, Zayden and Kenzie Songer and Ruby Arnold, Paige and Isaiah Michaels, and Jaxson Lamb; his sister Roxie Rose, 3 nephews and 5 nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife, Karen, parents, grandparents, and sister Glenda McMillan. 

A celebration of life will take place at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 11 at the Calvary Chapel of Montrose, 2201 S Townend. A luncheon will immediately follow the service. 

Dan accepted the Lord as his Savior, bringing him comfort, purpose, and peace in the tough times. We will now take comfort in knowing he is now home with the Lord. May he rest in peace, forever riding free.