Daniel L. Lightcap, of New Britain Borough, died on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, after a long and difficult battle with cancer at Vitas Hospice, Philadelphia. He was 62.

He was the beloved husband of 35 years to Mammie Edith James Lightcap.

Born in Abington, PA, he was the son of the late Wilson A. and Caroline F. Clime Lightcap and brother of the late John Lightcap.

Dan grew up in Rushland, PA and was a 1971 graduate of Council Rock High School. After graduating he joined the US Air Force and upon his return in 1975 moved to Doylestown and began his career with the Doylestown Borough Public Works Department. He learned everything and from the ground up and in 2012 after 37 years he retired as the Director of Public Works.

Those who knew Dan knew he was a free spirit, hard worker, independent thinker and dedicated American. He loved his family, his country, his dogs and especially his Harley Davidson. He traveled the country on his motorcycle savoring the smell of fresh air and the adventure of the open road. His passion for life was woven into the spirit of his being and will always be remembered by his family and friends.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children Danielle Marie Lightcap and her husband James Sculles, Amanda Ruth Lightcap, and Adrian Scott Lightcap, his brother Robert Lightcap and his wife Linda, his 2 sisters, Dusty Koenig and her husband Mike and Debra Yasembousky. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jada Marie Lightcap and Edward James Sculles.

His family will receive relatives and friends on Sunday, May 24, 2015 from 9:00 – 10:30 am at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Ave. (at Sandy Ridge Rd.) New Britain, PA 18901. His interment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Bucks County SPCA, PO Box 277, Lahaska, PA 18931 or to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 785, Mamaroneck, NY 10543.