Birth date: Jul 26, 1934 Death date: Nov 12, 2022
Dan Alexander Ragan was born on July 26, 1934, and died tragically on November 12, 2022. He leaves behind June, his wife of 62 years and his twin brother, Don. He is also survived by nephew Kenneth Ragan, Jr., and nieces Cynthia R Read Obituary
Dan was a wonderful man who cared for those in need. Together, he and June impacted the live of thousands of homeless individuals with their support of the Rescue Mission of Salt Lake. They continued to lend their support even after they relocated from Utah to Dallas. The prayers of all those with the Rescue Mission are with June and the family knowing that one day they will be reunited with Dan.
I did not know Dan well, or long, but he did a great, wonderful job of telling his story, and the story of the aircraft he loved the morning of the tragedy. He was also amazing with my two children, and seemed like a true gentleman. ~ Ryan Short
Brothers of the Sigma Chi Dallas Alumni Chapter offer our deepest condolences to June and the entire family. Godspeed, Brother Dan.
All Honor to His Name.
Though I didn't know him personally, it was a great honor to render military honors for Dan. I also flew surveillance and reconnaissance missions in the East China Sea and South China Sea as Dan had done years before me. His service contributed to our freedom and stability.
My deepest condolences to June, Don and the family.
Very respectfully,
Chris Denton
Commander, United States Navy Reserve
Growing up we often had lots of family for holiday dinners. Aunt June and Uncle Dan shared many of them with the rest of our family. Often times when my Papa was saying grace Uncle Dan would quietly set the bowl of mashed potatoes in his plate accompanied by his ornery grin and twinkling eyes. We never had a dull moment when Uncle Dan was involved. He was quite the amazing human being and a really fun uncle!
June and Family: My heart goes out to you in your sudden loss. As someone who used to fly and enjoyed Dan’s stories, I will miss that. We also miss you both in Salt Lake City, and were glad of your recent visit. Call if there is any way I can help. My prayer is that your friends and family nearby hold you close for us. Love, Bonnie Cavill
Dan was an amazing, talented, intelligent, Christian man. We cannot thank him enough for his service to his country as well as community. We will miss him very much! Pastor Chris
When I was a senior in high school my Aunt June and Dan had a wedding planned. I was so honored to be asked to be June's Maid of Honor and was looking forward to the wedding so very much then fate stepped in an I was hospitalized with Infectious Hepatitis. While my family all attended I lay in the hospital thinking about what I was missing. Then in the door (in full isolation gard) came my Aunt June and my new Uncle Dan! I knew then what a very special person he was! Even on their wedding day, they took time to come see me!! How many men would take time from their honeymoon to go see a sick teenager! We were so lucky to have this man in our lives for 62 years! No one was more fun, more kind, or more loving than Uncle Dan. You will be so missed Uncle Dan! Now you can fly forever!!
