Daniel Edward De Pace Jr., 61, passed into his Saviors embrace on Friday, July 25, 2014. He was born on September 8, 1952 in Ellenville, New York to Shirley May Lake and the late Daniel Edward De Pace. He honorably served in the U.S. Army and married the love of his life, Deborah Jean Simpson in 1970 together they raised 4 beautiful children. They relocated to Brevard County in 1997 and became proud owners of a successful automobile recovery business. Dan will be remembered as a fun and lovable man whom was dedicated to his family, friends and country. His legacy will be cherished in our hearts forever. Survivors include his wife, Deborah Simpson - De Pace; sons, Daniel De Pace III and Timothy De Pace; daughters, Jeannie Dorado (Matt) and Brenda Triplett (Scott); mother, Shirley Lake-De Pace; brothers, Rocky, Jeffery and Joseph De Pace; sisters, Tina Huck and Charlotte Turreso; and 16 beloved grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Tony De Pace. Family will greet friends from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 2nd at Davis Seawinds Funeral Home in Melbourne with a Celebration of Dan's Life to follow at 1:00 p.m. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Davis Seawinds Funeral Home, 560 Montreal Ave., Melbourne, FL 32935.