Daniel James GordonJan. 31, 1986 - Oct. 29, 2016NILES - Daniel James Gordon, 30, of Niles passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Daniel was born on January 31, 1986 to Daniel L. Gordon and Sheila R. Julian. On December 30, 2008 he married Erin Jeffrey. Daniel attended Lake Michigan College. He had a passion for music and loved having family time at the park and going on bike rides. Daniel was a very determined, strong minded and very outspoken individual. He was truly one of a kind. One of his favorite things to do was playing video games with his friends of 9 years from all over the world. Daniel was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He is survived by his wife, Erin; daughters, Arriana Gordon and Bailee Gordon; father, Daniel L. (Jocelyn) Gordon; mother, Sheila Julian; sister, Ashton (Anthony) Gladden; paternal grandmother, Darlene Earley; maternal grandparents, Wayne and Lourdes Julian; aunt Katina and uncle Mark; uncle James and aunt Angie; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Daniel was preceded in death by his best friend, Brooke Bailey. A celebration of life for Daniel was held by the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan. Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com.