Daniel J. Luce

Daniel J. Luce, 73, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital, Plains Twp.

Born in Washington D.C. on April 3, 1952, he was a son of the late Charles and Hildegard (Birk) Luce.

Daniel proudly served 4 years in the US Air Force and then an additional 4 in the US Army in which he retired as a Captain. He also worked for 26 years for the state as a disability supervisor in the Social Security Administration until his retirement in 2014.

Daniel lit up a room and it seemed as if everyone knew who he was when he entered. He enjoyed traveling with his loving wife and they were a dual karaoke threat whenever the opportunity presented itself. Daniel may have only been a Father of two, but there were many more who saw him as a Father figure. He was intelligent, kind, quick witted, and would never miss the chance to tell a Dad joke. Loved by all who knew him and a spirit no one could duplicate.

Daniel is survived by his loving wife, Donna L. (Vince) Luce; son, Daniel Luce; daughter, Casey Johnston and fiancée, Kelvin Edwards; grandchildren, Darrien, Kaejon, Bianca, Freddy and Kelvin Jr.; great grandson, Giovanni; and brothers, Charles and George Luce.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday at 4:30 PM at Kniffen O’Malley Leffler Funeral & Cremation Services, 465 S. Main St, Wilkes-Barre. Officiating will be William Beam. American Legion Post 609 will also be in attendance. Family and friends may visit from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.