Shawn W. Daly Obituary, Cause of Death – West Hartford Community Mourns

Shawn W. Daly, 59, of West Hartford, Connecticut, passed away on July 15, 2026, in Hartford. Born on March 13, 1967, in Downey, California, Shawn was the son of Mary Ganzag and John Daly, and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Katharina Ganzag and John Elliott.

Family and Loved Ones

• Beloved husband of Eileen C. Daly
• Cherished father of Shannon M. Daly
• Devoted brother to Shane E. Daly and sister-in-law Krystal L. Miarecki
• Adored uncle to Kaylee Arzt, Caitlyn Daly, Michaela Daly, and Tyler Daly
• Lovingly remembered by his sisters Erica, Kelly-Jo, and Lacey

Those who knew Shawn will remember him as loving, funny, and generous, qualities that shaped the way he cared for his family and the way he met the world each day.

Education and Career

• Graduate of Conard High School
• Earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Connecticut
• Received an MBA from Excelsior University in Albany, New York, focusing on managing in the global economy
• Built a 30-year career in the retirement industry, providing solutions to institutions and consultants
• Joined MassMutual as Head of DC Experience and Product Management for MMLIS, respected for his knowledge, leadership, and integrity

Community Service

Shawn believed in service and responsibility, giving generously of his time to many organizations:

• Chair of the West Hartford Republican Town Committee (since 2021)
• Member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• President of the West Hartford Girls Basketball League
• Fourth Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus 3600
• Former board member of the Girls Soccer League
• Contributor to the Travelers Championship Tournament Executive Committee
• Member of the West Hartford Environmental and Conservation Commission
• Active with the Jaycees, serving as a chapter and foundation member, and recognized as a Jaycee statesman

Funeral Arrangements

• Calling Hours: Thursday, July 23, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford
• Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 872 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford
• Burial: Private

🕊️ Shawn Daly will be remembered with deep affection, not only for his accomplishments but for the genuine care he showed to others. His memory will continue to bring comfort and inspiration to his family, friends, and all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace.