Daniel J. Martelli, age 73, passed away on November 16, 2024 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born on June 5, 1951 in Springfield, son of the late Joseph Martelli and Margaret (ryan) Martelli. Daniel served in the US Army. He later worked as an auto body technician for the Orchard Wrecking Company before he retired. He was a car enthusiast. He is survived by his daughter Mia Martelli and her partner Joshua Rozell of Hamden; his sister Kathy LaFrance and her husband Russ of West Springfield; three grandchildren, Mason Mackintosh, Jaxx Rozell and Jayce Rozell and his beloved dog Ginger. He is predeceased by his dog Lola. Calling hours will be held on the morning of the funeral, Friday, November 22, 2024, from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Grise Funeral Home, 280 Springfield St, Chicopee followed by an in house Prayer Service at 11:00. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Park Cemetery, Springfield. For online condolences, please visit www.GriseFH.com.