Daniel W. Rael was born in San Luis, Colorado. He is survived by his wife, Margaret E. Rael; children: Deborah (Jerry) Smith, Daniel W. Rael, Bonnie (Rey) Contreras, David (Heidi) Rael; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren. Viewing on Monday, February 2, 2009 at 6:00 PM; Rosary at 7:00 PM, both at Newcomer Funeral Home-West Metro Chapel, 901 South Sheridan Boulevard, Colorado 80226; Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 3801 West Ohio Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80219. Interment to follow at 11:30 AM at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Staging Area "B", 3698 South Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80235.