Daniel Adrien Taron

Daniel Adrien Taron, 42, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, entered his eternal home with the Lord on June 4, 2026.

Daniel was born on October 2, 1983, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Tim and Carolyn Taron. He attended Bethel Elementary School and later Family of Faith, where he graduated in 2002.

Daniel devoted his life to serving and mentoring young people. His career began in high school as a Program Aid for the Youth Development Program at the YMCA of Shawnee during the summer and continued full-time after graduation. During this time, he also became actively involved at Family of Faith, first serving in a support role with the worship team before eventually playing guitar during worship services.

Daniel’s passion for ministry led him to serve in the Fishers of Men outreach, mentoring boys in their faith and counseling them at summer camp. Seeking to make an even greater impact on the lives of children and youth, he joined the Boys & Girls Club in Shawnee and later served briefly in Sevierville, Tennessee, as a Program Aid in both summer and after-school programs. Through these roles, Daniel influenced countless young lives and helped many develop a relationship with Jesus Christ.

His dedication and leadership led him to serve as Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma and later as Unit Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Oklahoma City. During this time, he also responded with The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services to communities affected by tornadoes across western Oklahoma. Serving others—especially children and families in need—was Daniel’s life’s calling.

Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Tim Taron; his paternal grandparents, Pierre Sr. and Lelia Taron; and his maternal grandparents, Irvin and Anita Burrough.

He is survived by his loving mother, Carolyn Taron; his sister, Ghislaine Washburn and husband, Brian; his brother, Mark Taron and wife, Shantel; his brothers, Walker Cross, Thaylo Lamb, and Noah Lamb; his uncles, Joe Taron and Leonard Taron; and his aunts, Mary Teresa Williamson and Joan Jackson.

He was a loving uncle to Hunter Washburn and wife, Kaitlyn; Taryn Holmes and husband, Jeremy; and Madalyn and Saydi Taron. He was also a proud great-uncle to Reylynn, Hayzen, and Kaydence Washburn, and eagerly anticipated the arrival of a great-nephew whom he was looking forward to meeting.

Daniel will be remembered for his generous heart, steadfast faith, and unwavering commitment to serving others. He fiercely loved and defended those he cared about, offering encouragement, support, and strength that he always credited to God. His kindness, compassion, and servant’s heart left a lasting impact on his family, friends, coworkers, and the many young people whose lives he touched. Though his time on earth was far too short, his legacy of faith, service, and love will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Friends and loved ones may pay their respects and greet the family at Walker Funeral & Cremation Service from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9. A Wake Service will be held Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at St. Benedict Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 12 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, following the Mass, Daniel will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery.