Daly, Morgan J.Morgan J. Daly, age 20, a Manitowoc resident, died Thursday, December 1, 2016, at his residence.He was born on October 15, 1996, in Manitowoc, son of Shannon Daly & Shawn Moede. He graduated from Valders High School with the class of 2015. Morgan achieved his dream of becoming a United States Marine on June 5, 2015. Plt. 1047, 1st Battalion, Charlie Co. MCRD - San Diego, CA.Morgan played football with the Manitowoc Chiefs and then with the Valders Vikings through his senior year. He also coached the Vikings in strength and conditioning this past season with great dedication to his team. Morgan currently worked at the Valder's gym, where he devotedly enjoyed weight lifting with many of his close friends, as well as attending NWTC pursuing his future in Physical Fitness; to motivate and help others live a healthy lifestyle with self-improvement, and of course, them gains!He is a Black Belt in Kenpo Karate, which he also helped mentor in his younger years. An avid gamer, an awesome actor for Drop It Productions, rocked the guitar and drums, and most importantly an Angel of God; St. Michael the Archangel; his chosen name for confirmation. He is survived by his mother Shannon Daly, father Shawn Moede, brothers Logan Daly & Isaac Moede, girlfriend Haley Pankratz, very special friends Trevor Newby & Dakota Althen, grandparents Regina Daly, Michael & Debbie Daly, Doug & Michelle Moede, great-grandmother Margaret Daly, aunt Amber Wotruba, and many more family and friends.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Dave Pleier. Cremation will occur at the All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, following funeral services.The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Saturday, December 10, 2016, from 10:00 AM until 1:45 PM.Expressions of sympathy may be left for the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Morgan's name at a later date.The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.I speak on behalf of all who are close: My precious Morgan, forever cherished in our hearts. The deepest love I will ever know. You are a beautiful, kindhearted, gentle soul. The immensity of lives you have touched and influenced is greater than I could have ever imagined. From devotion to focus, compassion to drive; and your crazy sense of humor that always had us laughing! We will hold this to our cores, treasure the reminiscences, and allow these precious qualities of yours to guide us on our journeys until we see you again.Know that I understand the why's, but also know that it will take great time to come to acceptance as I and many others are not ready to see you later. I truly believe that you are at peace and no longer suffering from your private battles; and for this I am very grateful. Godspeed my dear son <3Mom