Daniel Rheese Lively

Daniel Rheese Lively (born Rhianna Elizabeth) of Chino Hills, California was tragically taken from us on Sunday, February 16th 2020 at UCI Medical Center in Orange, CA. from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Daniel, a proudly transgender man, was a shining beacon for all that had the pleasure to know him. For many, his transition served as the first exposure to a transgender person and he wore the badge proudly. His huge, warm, and loving heart served as an ambassador for the entire LGBT community. Daniel attended Chino Hills High School and was active in Basketball and AVID. Upon graduation, Daniel was accepted to Cal State Fullerton, which he attended for two years before deciding to take a break from his education and concentrate on his personal life. Daniel was employed with Clean Initiative in Anaheim, California as an Operations Manager and was formerly a shift manager for Raising Cane's in Fullerton, California. Daniel's infectious smile and affectionate personality warmed all those that knew him. His generous nature and commitment to those he loved ensure that he will never be forgotten. Daniel was smitten by his family's love for motorcycles and enthusiastically pursued his passion for riding. The freedom of hitting the open road and exhilaration of becoming one with his motorcycle became his newfound love. Daniel was born in Whittier, California and grew up in Chino Hills. He is the first born of two beloved children to Tom and Danielle Lively of Chino Hills. He is survived by his sister Kaitlyn Lively, grandmothers Joanne Lively of Temecula and Lynn Zion of Hacienda Heights, Uncles and Aunts Mike and Evelin Zion of Fontana and Tina and Todd Myers of Sunland, Cousins Alexis and Alyssa and many other family and friends. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 12pm at Thomas Miller Mortuary in Corona, California. Those choosing to give a gift to honor Daniel should make a donation in his name to the Trevor Project at TheTrevorProject.org. Service Thomas Miller Mortuary 1118 East Sixth Street Corona, CA 92879 (951) 737-3244 | Thursday 2/27, 12:00 pm Reception American Legion Post 328 3888 Old Hamner Rd Norco, CA 92860 Thursday 2/27