Daniel Alan Nock

Daniel Alan Nock was born on June 23, 1962, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Herbert Raymond and Jane Antill Nock. From a young age, Dan was a quiet child who spent countless happy hours with his best friend and neighbor, Mike Outly. He loved swimming in the backyard pool and cherished family trips to their camp in Tionesta.

As a teenager, Dan worked at Arby’s alongside his sister Lynn and close friends. He bought his first car, played in the Highlander’s marching band, and graduated from North Hills High School in 1981. Soon after graduating, he began working in the manufacturing industry, a field he dedicated more than 30 years of his life to.

On August 19, 1986, Dan married the love of his life, Lyla Finau, and together they began building a beautiful life and family. In April 1987, he joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and on April 8, 1989, Dan and Lyla were sealed for time and all eternity in the Washington D.C. Temple. He served faithfully in the church as a Young Men’s and Elders Quorum president, Ward Mission Leader, counselor in the bishopric, and most recently as an ordinance worker in the Oquirrh Mountain Temple. He loved serving the Lord.

Family was everything to Dan. He was a devoted, hands-on father who often juggled two or three jobs while still showing up for his children's games, plays, school events, and church activities. He led by example, teaching them the values of hard work, kindness, and faith. Over the years, work and family moved them across six different states, where they built lasting friendships and memories. He absolutely adored Lyla. Wherever she was involved, he was right there beside her, supporting, helping, and cheering her on. He always prioritized her needs and wants above his own, and he took great joy in watching her light up a stage as an entertainer and emcee. He was, without question, her biggest fan.

Dan had a deep love for music, especially classic rock and country. He enjoyed watching detective shows, westerns, and just about anything on TV. But more than anything, he loved simply being with his family, whether it was a day at the park or a trip to Atlantic Beach. One of his favorite memories was a 2019 family reunion at Disneyland, a joyful time surrounded by the people he loved most.

In recent years, Dan worked as a chief maintenance supervisor in property management with NXT Management. He was a skilled handyman and could fix just about anything! He took great pride in his work and genuinely cared for the residents he served.

Dan passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 13th. His loss is deeply felt by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Lynn.

He is survived by his younger brother, Lee; his beloved wife, Lyla; their children: Jaz Reece, Loni (Corbin) Coil, Sela, Daniel Jr. (Emily), Andi (Pauli) Pekipaki, Spencer (Sariah), and John; and their bonus daughter, Mandy Derian. He also leaves behind 15 cherished grandchildren: Donnie, Lyla Alana and Reno Reece, Addison Derian, Clark, Sela Jane, Annie and David Coil, Maggie, Hadlee, Noah, Olivia, and Sophie Nock, Lesieli, and Pauliasi Raymond Pekipaki.

Dan was deeply loved and will be missed every single day. His legacy of love, laughter, hard work, and faith will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

A viewing / Tongan apo will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Monday, April 21 at Larkin Mortuary - Riverton, 3688 West 12600 South in Riverton, Utah.

Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at the Herriman Utah 15th Tongan Ward located 6593 West Herriman Boulevard in Herriman, Utah. A family service will be held at the ward prior to the funeral services from 9-12a.m. Interment will follow at the Redwood Memorial Cemetery in West Jordan, Utah.

To watch the previously held funeral services, please click the links above.