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Heaven gained an Angel on Wednesday Evening, January 28, 2026.
A beloved husband of 25 years to Paula Switalski. He was a caring brother of Kathy Switalski and Robert Switalski. Loving dad of Ben (Martha) Switalski, Gretchen (Justin) Rixie, Frances (Nathan) Lenhof and step-dad of Travis and Margo. Proud and happy Grandpa of Gus, Alfie, Maeve, Marin, Suzanne and William. He loved his many cousins, nieces and nephews, and countless friends. Each person meant the world to him. He would want you to know.
Dan was born on September 9, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Daniel and Theresa (Hudec) Switalski. His family moved to Brook Park, Ohio where he was a 1975 graduate from Mid Park High School. He then earned his BS in Civil Engineering from Indiana Tech and Master’s degree in Business Administration at the State University of New York at Buffalo. His career as a project manager expanded to various industries and states. He retired from Northwestern Mutual in September 2017.
Many issues mattered to Dan, he volunteered where he could be of service to the community, at The Women’s Center – Waukesha where he was known as the gentle giant as well as working on the Board of Directors at Ozaukee Family Services for ten years.
Dan will be remembered for being a loyal and hopeful Cleveland Browns Fan. Always showing up for the next Sunday. He was known for his uncanny wit, working with new technology, and his thirst for knowledge which is probably the reason for the “hobby of the year” which included magic tricks, galaxy exploring with an amazing telescope, cheese making, perfecting his fresh pasta making, and his artistry working with glass which was his final love over the past many years. He found great joy in attending the water aerobics class and becoming an official “mermaid” with the friends he met there.
Dan was preceded in death by his beloved parents, his brother Jimmy, and sister Christine.
Dan always believed in God but gave his life to our Lord in 2018. This was evident in many ways; he was not afraid to share his faith with others.
A memorial service for Dan will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00 pm. at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 S 12th Street, Sheboygan. Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Thursday afternoon from 2:00 pm until the time of service at 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds will be set up in his memory.