William Lee McDaniel

William Lee McDaniel, age 86, passed away on January 19, 2026. He spent many years as a shrimp boat captain and truly loved life on the water, finding peace and purpose while shrimping. He also worked for many years as a painter at Ingalls Shipbuilding, where he was known for his hard work and dedication.

William had a deep love for music and enjoyed playing the guitar and singing. In his younger years, he stayed active and found joy in gardening and working outdoors. Above all else, he cherished his role as a grandfather and greatly enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren, who could do “no wrong” in his eyes. He will be remembered for his love of family, music, and the simple pleasures of life.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Eva McDaniel; children, Ann Lyles, Mitchell McDaniel and Catrina Bolen; parents, Lloyd and Hattie Mae Poe McDaniel; siblings, Lonnie McDaniel, Edward McDaniel, Arnald McDaniel, David McDaniel, Alvin McDaniel, Alla Bea Burns, Norma Mae Raines and Francis McDaniel; grandson, William McDaniel, III.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, William L. “Billy” (Lauri) McDaniel, Jr., Voin (Karen Wright) McDaniel, Zoinia Wright, Carissa (Doug) Hatcher, Franklin McDaniel, Gaylen Boudreaux, ZaDale (Janet Hennesee) McDaniel, Lanie (Brett Shumock) McDaniel, Ashley (Jonathan Rush) McDaniel and Melinda McDaniel; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.                

The Visitation will be Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Moments Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will follow beginning at 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel.

Moments Funeral Home, locally owned and operated, is honored to be in charge of arrangements. 

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