Daniel F. Dornacher

Daniel Frank Dornacher, 86, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away the morning of June 19, 2026.  

Born on June 12, 1940, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Daniel was the son of Clarence Matthew Dornacher and Kathryn Dornacher (Yearout). Daniel was the beloved husband of Frances Ruth Dornacher (Hoffman) with whom he shared a lifetime of love and devotion.

He is survived by his children Daniel F. Dornacher, Jr. and his wife Jodi, Matthew Dornacher, Cassandra Kaplan (Dornacher), Christine Dornacher and many cherished grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by siblings Wayne Bruce (Brenda) Dornacher, Betty Jayne (Tom) Cepluch, Mary Ann Lane, (widow of the late Thomas Lane), and Dee (Deb Lahey) Dornacher. He is preceded in death by his brother James Dornacher.

Daniel graduated from St. Xavier high school in 1958 and proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1960 to 1963. A man of honor, integrity and big ideas, Dan was known for his unique sense of humor, his intellect, his deep respect for the smallest of creatures and for his sincere kindness and generosity toward those in need. He will be well missed by his wife, many extended family members, former colleagues, friends and neighbors.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks those wishing to honor Daniel’s memory do so by extending kindness and generosity to someone less fortunate. In true Dan fashion, may these acts be given quietly, without expectation of acknowledgment or praise.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 24 at 10:00 a.m. followed by mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church located at 7121 Plainfield Rd, Deer Park, Ohio 45236.

A graveside service will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 11000 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45249. Family and friends attending the burial are asked to arrive by 12:30 p.m. and line up in their vehicles at the main entrance of the cemetery, where they will be guided to the gravesite.