Daniel Longfellow Browne, Jr.

Daniel Longfellow Browne Jr., age 55, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Revere, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, after bravely confronting a series of health challenges.

Born on November 15, 1969, in Lynn, Massachusetts, Daniel was a devoted son to Daniel and Linda Browne and a beloved brother to Kathleen Gatto.

Affectionately known as “Danny” to many, he graduated from Revere High School in 1987, where he proudly continued his father’s legacy as a member of the Revere High Patriots Football Team.

In 2004, Linda and Danny Sr. relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, to be closer to their grandchildren. Daniel soon followed, becoming lovingly known to family and friends in the area as “Uncle D.”

He was deeply proud of and fiercely protective over his niece, Kate Gatto, and nephews, Jake, Dillon, and Connor Gatto. He enthusiastically supported the boys’ hockey pursuits and found great joy in attending their games and sharing in their accomplishments. Daniel and Kate shared a special bond and often enjoyed spending time together over a meal and good conversation.

Professionally, Daniel was recognized for his dedication and skill as a Sales Representative in the printer and copier industry. His commitment, reliability, and personable nature earned him respect among colleagues and clients alike. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he will be remembered for the kindness, warmth, and humor he shared with everyone he encountered.

Daniel was preceded in death by his grandparents: Pauline and Henry Browne, and Gladys and Dante Ginnetti.

Daniel is survived by his parents, Danny and Linda Browne, sister Kathleen Gatto and brother-in-law Jay Gatto, his cherished niece and nephews—Kate, Jake, Dillon, and Connor Gatto—as well as his dear Auntie Jude Ginnetti, Auntie Kathie and Uncle Charlie Mills, and cousins Brandon (Jenn) Mills and Casey (Tiffany) Mills, as well as very dear friend Trish Pergola Prizio.

A Celebration of Daniel’s Life will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM at Quinn Shalz Funeral Home, located at 3600 3rd Street South, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250. 

An additional Memorial Service will be held in Massachusetts, at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 14, 2025 in Spinelli's located at 282 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA 02128.

In accordance with Daniel’s wishes, guests are kindly asked not to wear black. His favorite color was blue.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Though our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in Daniel’s final request:

“Just remember me and smile and think of me often…”

In lieu of flowers, donations in Daniel’s memory may be made to Boston Children’s Hospital: http://secure.childrenshospital.org/goto/DannyBrowne

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude for the love, support, and prayers extended during this difficult time.