Daniel John McLachlan, age 87, passed away on May 10, 2015 at Trinity Hospital in Wolf Point. Daniel was born on February 8, 1928 in Spokane, Washington to John C. and Julia (Dougherty) McLachlan. He graduated from Wolf Point High School and attended college in Bozeman. On June 30, 1969, he married Alice Jones in Williston, North Dakota. They were married until her death on April 22, 2004.
Daniel farmed with his father and then took over the family farm north of Wolf Point. He worked at the Roosevelt County Clerk and Recorder’s Office during the winter. He was a member of the Elks and Knights of Columbus. He loved fishing on the Missouri River and Fort Peck Lake with his wife and friends.
Daniel is survived by several cousins and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and three brothers: Leo, Hugh, and Alexander.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service is being planned for a later date. Condolences for the family may be left at: www.claytonstevensonchapel.com . Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point is in charge of arrangements.