Daniel “Danny” Panei, 59 of Butler passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022. He was born in Butler on May 24, 1962 to the late Henry and Bessie Panei. Danny worked the majority of his career as a bartender in and around Butler, he loved the restaurants, clubs, bars, and most of all, their patrons. He was fun loving and cherished his family and friends. He enjoyed going to casinos, sports, and especially the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was loved and will be forever missed. He was the father of Heather (Adam) Panei and Joseph (Kristy) Panei; brother of Linda Hinchberger, Fred Panei, and Michele (Tim) Skarada; grandfather of Isaac and Olivia. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Melissa Panei and his sister Nancy Swain. Friends received on Tuesday, January 25th from 5-7 PM in the SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001 WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM. Prayers will follow in the funeral home.