Daniel J. WILBER, 74, of Port Allegany, PA, died Monday, January 26, 2026 in Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY. 

He was born September 1, 1951, in Cleveland, OH. On September 27, 2008, in Eldred, he married Minerva “Minnie” Bacon, who survives. He graduated from high school in Cleveland and served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1969 – 1971 during the Vietnam War. He was an independent owner/operator truck driver for 47 years. He drove for Dave Buckler for 16 years of those years. Dan was a member of the American Legion and Port Allegany Moose. He was an avid Cleveland Browns and Cleveland Guardians fan. Dan enjoyed his days chilling on the porch with Minnie. 

Surviving besides his wife, Minnie, are: two daughters, Melanie (Craig) Birchard of Grand Valley and Danielle (Ken) Jackson of Fairview; two grandchildren, Savannah Birchard and Zoey Birchard; two great-grandchildren; three step-daughters, Lana (Stevan) Barth of Port Allegany, Shannon Johnston of Eldred, and Sherri (Jon) Clark of Eldred; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Pamela; nieces and nephews; and cousins, Debbi Payne and Joe (Joann) Weinpert. He was predeceased by his father; a brother, Michael Wilber; and step-sisters. 

A gathering will be held in the Spring. Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, 77 Willow Street, Switzer Chapel, Port Allegany, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.