Dr. Daniel Fink, a devoted father and cherished member of the Evansville community, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and service. Dr. Fink was born in 1949 to William and Emma Leona Fink in Evansville, Indiana. He was a lifelong learner, graduating from Reitz Memorial High School and the University of Southern Indiana before earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry.
Driven by his commitment to improving oral health, Dr. Fink founded Dentasafe Dentistry in Evansville after completing his DDS. There, he dedicated his career to providing exceptional care to his patients and extended his generosity through charitable dental work for local religious institutions.
Beyond dentistry, Dr. Fink pursued many other great passions including establishing Applewood Quarterhorse Ranch, woodworking, and crafting model ships.
Dr. Fink’s greatest passion was his family. Anyone who met Dan knew that his son, Daniel Jacob Fink, was his pride and joy. Together, they traveled the world, creating memories filled with adventure and love.
Dr. Fink’s life was defined by his kindness, craftsmanship, and devotion to both his family and community. His memory will live on in the countless lives he inspired and the profound legacy he leaves behind.
Dr. Fink is survived by his son, Daniel Jacob (Jessica), brother William (Lois), and his dog, Caesar. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Leona (Mosier), and sister, Joanne (Bill).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to America’s Toothfairy, an organization dedicated to increasing access to oral health care for underserved children through education, prevention, and treatment services.
Beverly White-Rowley says
Dan was my Dentist and friend, since the ‘80s. Many long conversations were shared throughout the years. I just had a conversation about him last week and Thought “I need to contact him to see how he’s doing,” I wish I had. My deepest Sympathies to Jacob and all the family and friends.
Amy hawkins says
I am so sorry to hear about doc. fink he was a great friend and if anything I know how he cherished his boy, fly high doc no more pain moma says thank you doc for all the help with our whole family dental needs . we love ya doc I and moma always remember you cutting up with us just like usual . rest in peace old buddy bless you jacob
Martha gill mattingly mabreyy says
this is martha mattingly and I’m Danny’s cousin I so enjoyed going to the office and chit chatting with him he was always fun and upbeat and happy no matter what was going on in his life he always made me and my family feal special and took extra care with us and all of our family the mattinglys he was special and will be missed by all of us . and Jacob yes you were his pride and joy joy he wanted you forever and then there you were he then had it all ., God bless you Jacob and I hope you can find peace.