William Frank McDaniel, Sr., age 84

William Frank McDaniel, Sr., age 84, passed away April 15, 2022.

Frank was born September 4, 1937 in Rutherfordton. He is preceded in death by his parents. Audie Manson McDaniel and Mary Frances McDaniel; wife, Meredith Hunt McDaniel and great-grandson, Lockman Taylor McDaniel.

He is survived by daughter, Kathy McDaniel Reichal; son, Bill McDaniel and wife, Jane; sisters, Geneal Matheny and Becky Williams; grandchildren, Kurt Thomas Reichal, Justin McDaniel, Trevor McDaniel and wife, Lucy, Cansas McDaniel and family and great-grandchildren, William, Catherine and Harrison McDaniel and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Frank was an Eagle Scout.

He graduated from Tri-High School, Appalachian State Teachers College and UNC Charlotte. He started his teaching career in High Point. After moving to Shelby, he taught at Shelby Jr. High. He was then named assistant principal at Shelby High School for eight years. In July of 1979 he became principal of Shelby High. He finished his career at Shelby City School's Central Office in Administration.

He was a member of Westview Baptist Church.

A private graveside service will be held.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.