Danny Wayne Gallup October 13, 1955 - August 13, 2023

In loving memory of Danny Wayne Gallup, born on October 13, 1955, to Earl Blaine and Minnie Amelia Martin Gallup in Cardston, Alberta, Canada. Dan was the seventh of eight children. As a child he enjoyed playing ice hockey, exploring the Canadian prairie and Rockies. He forged strong relationships with his family in a home that was short on space, but abundant in love.  As he grew up, he became a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and his faith in Christ would prove to be the foundation for a life of service to those around him.

After graduating high school, he attended the University of Alberta for a year and then served a 2-year mission for the Church in the England East Mission from 1974-1976. He attended Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho, where he met a beautiful young woman named Suzanne Dorgan from Madison, Connecticut. Dan fell for her immediately and after a short courtship they were married and sealed in the Cardston Alberta Temple on August 9, 1978. Their marriage blossomed into a loving partnership that lasted 45 wonderful years.

Dan and Suzanne were blessed with four wonderful children- Jordan, Melissa, Amy, and Hillary. While earning his BS in Organizational Psychology, they made their first home in Provo, Utah and juggled working full time at Signetics while becoming parents for the first time. He would later go on to receive his MBA from the University of Phoenix. He truly valued helping others reach their full potential and being an attentive listener would be a hallmark of his professional career. The family then moved to Austin, Texas as Dan worked in the high-tech industry for Motorola and Freescale Semiconductor in manufacturing management and Human Resources. After 16 years in Austin, Dan was hired in 2007 by the LDS Church to work as a Director of Human Resources, assigned throughout the years to Family History, Church History, Welfare, and IT departments. He also supported LDS Philanthropies and the Perpetual Education Fund. This career change brought the family back to Utah, but he would always treasure his time spent in Texas and the long-lasting relationships he developed.

Over a lifetime of church service, Dan was blessed to hold a variety of callings and work with so many people. These relationships were tremendously important to him, and he leaves behind a legacy of faithful, caring, and attentive service to others.

Dan and Suzanne enjoyed travel, especially with their children – and eventually grandchildren.  There are many fond memories of road trips, camping with friends, crossing the country to visit family, and ultimately enjoying time together.  Dan always made family connections a priority and always took time to call and check in on those he cared about. As a couple, Dan and Suzanne were able to tour his beloved England and learned about her family history in Ireland.  His additional hobbies included reading, yard work, biking, hiking, and enjoying nature. Most importantly he cherished his time spent with his children and grandchildren.

As a final mortal test, he bravely fought a rare and incurable kidney disease. He endured four years of dialysis, doctor and hospital visits, and multiple surgeries. In August of 2022 at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix he was given the gift of a kidney by his daughter Amy. This act of generosity touched him tremendously.

Unfortunately, the disease overtook the new kidney, and the last months of his mortal journey were spent making treasured memories with family, friends, and all those he touched over a lifetime of service. On August 13, 2023, with his sweetheart and family by his side, he returned to his heavenly home. We take comfort in knowing he is free from pain and experiencing a joyous reunion with those he missed so much, especially his beloved parents.

Dan led a life devoted to following Jesus Christ and in a written testimony several years ago, he stated:

“I am grateful for the abundant blessings that have been afforded me in my life and in the life of my family. I acknowledge the hand of the Lord in these blessings. I am grateful for the personal witness of the Holy Ghost that has confirmed to me the truthfulness of the restored gospel through the Prophet Joseph Smith and of the Book of Mormon. I am grateful for a living prophet…and the great safety I have felt in my life as I have obediently followed his counsel. Most importantly I am grateful for the profound love of my Heavenly Father manifest through His Son. I have felt this atoning love in my life and its changing power in the lives of others.”

“I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live” (John 11:25)

Dan was preceded in death by his parents Blaine and Minnie, his brother Stephen, his nephews Arthur Gallup, Dan Nabors, Tony Gallup, and Mike Gallup.

Dan is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne Dorgan Gallup, his son Jordan (Amber) Gallup-Camryn, Brighton, Kirstyn, Hunter, Katie & Austin; his daughters Melissa (Kellen) Leavitt-Mabel, Finn & Wally; Amy Gallup; Hillary (Eric) Stevens-Stella; his wonderful siblings Hal (Connie) Gallup, Del (Jeani) Gallup, Mary (Mark) Bauer, Susan (Michael) McPeek, Roger (Ronda) Gallup, Paula (Rob) Ellingson, Eva (Waid) Isfeld, and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may attend a visitation on Friday, September 15, 2023 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. located at the Cedar Hills Stake Center, 3950 West Cedar Hills Drive and again on Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. followed by a Memorial service from 11:00-12:00p.m. located at the church.