Daniel J.

Harrington

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Joseph Harrington, age 63, of Chelsea, who left us on January 26, 2025, following a brief illness. Daniel was a beloved husband, devoted brother, cherished uncle, and a dear friend who touched the lives of many.
Born on August 14, 1961, in Weymouth, Daniel was the son of Edward J. and Marilyn F. (Burke) Harrington. He was raised in Braintree, where he was one of four siblings, and cultivated a love for learning and exploration that led him to graduate from B.C. High School in 1979. He furthered his education at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree.
Daniel's professional journey took him to various roles in hospitality and retail, but for the past 26 years, he proudly served as a Beverage Manager in his family-owned restaurants, Evoo and Za, with locations in Cambridge and Arlington. He also managed stores for CVS in Harvard Square and Framingham, where his dedication to service was evident.
In 2006, Daniel married his beloved wife, Karen M. Cardarelli, after 14 years of friendship, and the couple enjoyed 18 joyful years together. Their bond was marked by love, laughter, and shared adventures. Daniel was a passionate lover of music, attending countless concerts and savoring the moments they provided. He found great joy in outdoor activities at the family vacation home in Moultonborough, NH, and was an enthusiastic traveler, with memorable trips to Spain, Ireland, St. Martin, and Martha's Vineyard. A devoted sports fan, Daniel cherished following baseball, hockey and football, and he had an insatiable curiosity as a history buff. He especially enjoyed spending time with his furry friend Roosevelt "Rosie".
Daniel is lovingly survived by his wife, Karen M. Harrington, and is remembered as a cherished son to Edward J. and Marilyn F. Harrington of Braintree. He leaves behind his brothers, John Harrington and his wife Joanne of Moultonborough, NH; Kevin Harrington and his wife Windy of Whitman, MA; and sister Colleen McCarthy and her husband Peter of Arlington; his father-in-law, George Cardarelli and brother-in-law Christopher Cardarelli and his wife Debra.  Daniel will be especially missed by his nephews and nieces, Scott, and Danielle Harrington, Julia Harrington, Shane, and Caitlin McCarthy, and Drew, and Cameron Cardarelli.

Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend calling hours for Daniel J. Harrington in the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea, on Monday, February 3rd from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. A prayer service will be held during the visitation at 7:30 P.M.