Daniel Robert Tanner

Daniel Robert Tanner, 61, of Seymour, died on December 8, 2025 at his home. Daniel was born on June 4, 1964 in Columbus, Indiana, the son of Donald and Helen (Burton) Tanner. He married Sabrina Rae Tanner on June 20, 1997. Daniel loved fishing and being on the water, especially when he was taking his grandchildren out on the boat or jet skiing. He took pride in his cars, a 1976 Corvette and 2007 Mustang GT. Daniel enjoyed traveling and made many happy memories in places like Orlando, Disney, Universal Studios, Tennessee, the Smoky Mountains, and Pigeon Forge. He also loved hiking and spending time outdoors with his grandchildren, moments he truly cherished. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Jewell-Rittman Funeral Home with Pastor James Carmichael officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. To honor the family’s wishes, cremation will take place with a burial at Riverview Cemetery in Seymour at a later date. Daniel is survived by his mother, Helen Richey; son, Steven Tanner; daughters, Jessica Tanner, Priscilla Tanner, and Kristain Adams; brothers, Scott, Joey, and Chris Tanner; grandchildren, Mia Trueblood, Ruthie Tanner, Phoebe Fields, Sophie Fields, Jaylah Fields, Bladyn Becker, Jaxon Becker, and Logan Adams; and his beloved cat, Buttercup and dog, Ginger. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald Tanner and his wife, Sabrina Tanner. Services were entrusted to Jewell Rittman Funeral Home. You are invited to send a message to the family or light a candle in Daniel’s honor at www.jewellrittman.com