November 21, 1955 – October 20, 2024
William “Billy Mac” McDaniel of Pearland, Texas passed away October 20, 2024 at the age of 68. Billy Mac was born November 21, 1955 in Memphis, Tennessee to Evangeline and William McDaniel, MD. When Mac was 5, the family moved to Alvin, Texas where he graduated from Alvin High School in 1974. As a child he immersed himself into sports, especially football. Mac took his passion for athletics to college where he played receiver at the University of Tennessee Martin graduating in 1979 with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education.
Fondly referred to as “Coach” by his younger brother Patrick, it was no secret the passion “Coach Mac” had for football and the student athletes he taught. Throughout his career he shaped the lives of many as coach and friend at both the collegiate and high school level: University of Texas El Paso, Murray State University, Illinois State University and high school (Texas): Santa Fe, Clear Lake, Cleburne, (Sparta, Tennessee): White County High School.
On gameday and even before, Billy Mac could be found cheering on his beloved Tennessee Volunteers and spending time with his loved ones. He is survived by his daughters: Chenay Strum and Hailey Archer, grandchildren: Watson Strum, Rowan Strum, Elliot Archer, Liam Archer, siblings: Rhonda Keithley, Patrick McDaniel and many nieces and nephews who love him dearly.
Loved by all who knew him, Mac will be missed by many. #17 will be in our hearts forever.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546 (281) 992-7200 with N.A. Keithley officiating.
22 thoughts on “William Hampton McDaniel”
Billy Mac your time came too early. Along with football you loved to get on the dance floor with my best friend Melinda. We all enjoyed being with you and your big personality ❤️🙏 Prayers for your family
My thoughts and prayers are with all Billy's family. Billy was a great friend to everyone. Gone too soon.
Deana
May the angels lead you into Paradise.
I am sorry for the loss of this good man. Peace be in his family.
I really loved Coach Mac! He coached me at UTEP and years later we got to work together at Manvel. It came full circle as he coached my son Koda. He made a huge difference in my life and many many others! He will be greatly missed!
RIP Billy Mac!! We had many fun times at Clear Lake, coaches parties and many concerts! You will be missed!
Condolences to the family! Love Willie , Jo and family
Prayers for family and friends to find peace and comfort in the memories we have of Billy… He will always have a special place in my heart… RIP….
Such a sweet man. Awesome memories as my high school teacher and mentor. Prayers for his family. RIP Coach Mac.
RIP Coach Mac!! Great memories of the receiving corps at Clear Lake ‘83. You were a great inspiration for my coaching career.
RIP Coach Mac!! You were an inspiration for my own coaching career. Awesome memories of the receiving corps of Clear Lake ‘83!!
We had some good times together at Lake. Condolences and prayers to the family during this difficult time.
My condolences to his family and friends. I thought a lot of Coach Mac. He was a coach at Seabrook Intermediate around the 79-80's. There was a lot of silly non-sense with the boys in physical education. Coach Mac always had it well in-hand.
May family and friends find peace and comfort in the memories we have of Billy… He will always have a special place in my heart… RIP….
Heard this Heartbreaking news a few days ago.. Billy Mac ..you will be missed by so many.. sweet memories of you sweet friend! May Heavenly Father’s tender mercies attend his family and friends at this time !
Gone too soon… With much sympathy ..
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I’m so sorry, Rhonda and Patrick and his daughters. It’s a gut punch. May Grace and peace overcome all of you.
Hugs and thoughtful prayers for Patrick, Rhonda, and all of Billy's family. He always had a kind word for everyone, never had an enemy, and was loved by all. Tragic loss and he will be missed. RIP
God Bless and be with Coach Mac and his family. We (Clear Lake Football) were 1982 JV District Champs under Coach Mac. Great Coach and great memories of him. That brown corvette. God Bless.
Have been several days trying to wrap my mind around this. Mac, you were a friend and a fine football coach. I guess one never knows when your time is up. Your’s came much too soon for those who know and love you.
Rest In Peace Old Buddy.
And run the power.
My heartfelt condolences to the McDaniel family as you grieve the loss of Billy. So hard to believe he is no longer with us. Gone way too soon. Grateful for the memories that will always hold a very special place in my heart. He was loved and will be greatly missed. Prayers of comfort and peace as God holds you close during this difficult time. Love and blessings to you all.
I have awesome memories of you Billy! I will miss you so much! You are with our heavenly father. May your family find peace with that🙏
Coach Mac, Thank you for teaching us how to win and never give to give up the fight. It served me well in the Marines amd the rest of my life. My best Coach Mac Memory at Clear Lake was we played Pearland and Clear Lake beat the Peaand Oilers 99 to 0 and that week someone washed our uniforms and turn then pink and we had to play with pink uniforms. The other team called us sissies. And Coach Mac huddled us up told us to hit them so hard that they will fear these pink unforms and respect our football. We knocked there blocks off and they lost every time Coach Mac was head of the team. Rip Coach Bill Mac windsprints are over and Heaven Awaits You for you have ran your race and won your prize
Unfortunately I did not have an opportunity to experience your life as an accomplished coach, but I do recall you as Rhonda’s little brother, back when we were all young children. Congratulations on all of your athletic prowess on Earth as you enter the Heavenly Coaching Hall of Fame. Old coaches never die (even the younger ones), they just move them to administrative positions!! Say hello to Coach York for us.