A celebration of his life and ministry will be held this summer where family, friends and believers from around the world will gather to honor the incredible legacy of a man who lived to glorify Jesus Christ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Iowa River Church of the Brethren (Sri Lanka/India mission) continuing the work he so passionately dedicated his life to. Mitchell Family Funeral Home of Marshalltown, Iowa, has been entrusted to care for Rev. Dr. Christopher Daniel and his family. To leave online condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. or call Ph. 641-844-1234.

He is survived by his three children: Dr. Wesley Daniel, of Des Moines, Dr. Paul Daniel, of Marshalltown, and Priscilla (John) Hostetler, of Ohio; his eight grandchildren and several siblings, nephews and nieces in Sri Lanka. He has thousands of “spiritual” children around the globe carrying the mission of Jesus Christ.