Daniel Freda Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Concord & Kannapolis Independent Tribune.
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Taiga
November 17, 2023
i just wanted to stop by and say hi. you're never far from my thoughts <3
Apex
August 26, 2022
It speaks to the magnitude and uniqueness of Dan's personality that I remember and think of him all these years later, having never even met in person.
What a grievous loss it was for the world, losing you so young. You would, no doubt, have continued making your inimitable presence known, in any way you set your mind to. A smart, pioneering, industrious, creative soul, who was just getting started.
It was a pleasure working with you and being your friend. You are sorely missed. DVS lives on in the memory of those who were privileged to take part in it. We love and miss you, Pepsi. My sincere condolences to loved ones. Rest in peace, Dan.
Taiga
November 22, 2021
i still think about you a lot. it's been so long and it still hurts somewhere inside.
Taiga Star
June 12, 2013
i was just thinking about you and i wanted to say hi. i know you can't read this, but if you can, i still miss you.
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May 6, 2012
dan i will never forget you, i feel like apart of me grew up with you although we never met. we goofed around alot online and got a kick out of each other.even started a site together. i love you man. - Ripley
Charlotte Freda-Fannon
November 21, 2011
It's been 4 years today I lost you son & God knows it hurts as if it were today!! Life isn't the same anymore & never will be again. I miss you more everyday..I don't care what anyone says,it doesn't get easier as time passes by. I miss having you here..I miss talking with you..I just wish we had one more day to just sit & talk..there's so much I didn't get to say & now I lost that chance!! I love you so much!!
Charlotte Freda Fannon
December 25, 2010
Merry Christmas son!! I miss you so much!! The holidays just aren't the same without you! If it weren't for all these babies,I wouldn't even have the tree up or really do anything this time of year. Its just too hard on me without you. I love you!!
Four Fifty
December 22, 2010
Let's hear it one more time for PepsiMan!
We still miss you at tpww.net
Charlotte Fannon
December 5, 2010
wishing you were here with us. missing you more & more everyday! I love you Danny,you are forever in my heart!!
Taiga
November 29, 2010
it's been three years, and i still think about you almost every day.
Taiga
November 30, 2009
there were three things that happened close to each other in 2007. my kids were taken, you died, and Thanksgiving. two years later i finally have my kids back. but you will always be gone. i can't think about Thanksgiving without thinking of you :(
Kathy
October 20, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss,such a tragedy.I will pray for the family. God bless you
Jessica Geddings
December 31, 2008
Danny,
I know it has been a while since I have come to see you and written in this guest book but I have run out of things to say. I am almost speechless as I still can't believe you are gone. We are heading into another year without you and it sucks. We are all still hurting and our hearts ache everyday for you. I wish you were here to see your little nephew and neices grow up. I know you're looking down and watching over them but it isn't the same. There are many times I look at Haiden and see you. He looks so much like you and Eddie when you guys were little. I hope he grows up to be just as smart, funny, loving, as full of life just like you are. I miss you very much, Danny. You are always and will forever be in my heart.
Love ya Bro!
Your little sis- Jessica
Jennifer Kimberlin
December 30, 2008
Hey Mom I know you just told me able this and I know it is a little late but I had to wish you and the rest of the family the best of wishes I know things for you will never be the same I wouldn't expect them to be. Me and Danny used to talk 12 times a day as I am sure you remeber I miss those days. But they are always in my heart and I will never let them go. still think of you as a second mom lol so that has not changes any. I will keep in touch love yas and love you Danny and alway in my heart.
Taiga
December 8, 2008
it doesn't feel like a year.
it feels like an eternity.
Greg "Prince" Kelley
December 8, 2008
We miss ya Pep. I still remember hearing about this last year and I didn't believe it. I thought it was an RP storyline. I wish I'd had been right. Some people like to think that the departed watch over them after they die. I like to think the only thing your watching over is a WWE ring while enjoying a heavenly Diet Pepsi. Hope you're having fun man. Just sorry your not here with us.
John "Kraze" Lopiano
December 4, 2008
Dan Freda, I may have only known him via the internet but there is no doubt I am feeling the pain of his loss. The news of his demise hit me like a ton of bricksIt still hurts to think that Dan is gone, especially at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are always with the Freda family. I knew Dan for around 4 years and it was a pleasure getting to know him. He was a hard worker and a good man...one who will surely be missed by all. We'll miss ya Dan, but we will never forget you.
Charlotte
November 21, 2008
This has been the worst year of my life....I dont care what anyone says,it wont get easier as time goes on. I miss you , Danny so much!
Charlotte Fannon
September 2, 2008
Happy Birthday Danny...I hope your at peace now & no longer have any pain. I miss you so much! I love you!
Love,
Mom
Taiga
August 27, 2008
we all still miss you, dammit.
DIANA FREDA
August 20, 2008
DEAR DANNY,
I LOVED YOU WITH ALL MY HEART, YOU CAME INTO MY LIFE AT A TIME I REALLY NEEDED SOMETHING TO HELP ME OVERCOME A BAD EXPERIENCE. I WISHED WE COULD HAVE BEEN CLOSER, BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET OR STOP LOVING YOU.
LOVE,GRANDMA
Charlotte (Mom) Fannon
May 11, 2008
Today is Mothers Day..1 of the many hard days to come for me to deal with not having you here with me. I miss you so much , I can't find the words to express just how much. I know you will never see this , but part feels you will. I still don't know how to go on everyday without you. Somehow I still get up & face each day as best as I can. A part of me has died with you & there is an emptiness in my heart that will never go away. All I can say is I LOVE YOU SON! I MISS YOU MORE THEN I CAN SAY!
Love you forever,Mom
Forever In My Heart
April 22, 2008
I Love You Son
April 22, 2008
Josh Beitzel
March 2, 2008
Danny,
So many memories of us chilling in the WWF chat room, starting the DVS, staying up late talking, the chat fed, than the role play fed. Man, even though we stopped talking to each other later in the years of the DVS just know that you were one of my best friends ever. I miss you buddy and I will see you when I get there.
~Joshua "Hardcore Jammer" Beitzel
Nick "Hannibal" Michetti
March 1, 2008
Hey Dan,
You were always a good friend to anyone who needed one. You made a positive impact on everyone who knew you and you will be sorely missed.
Rest In Peace & God Bless.
Devon "Spyke" George
March 1, 2008
Daniel Freda, better known to most of us as Dan or Pepsi Man. We only knew each other online but his dedication to his friends was one surpassed by none. In his own way he gathered a group of people who normally would have passed each other on the street without a second look and he turned us into a family. We'll miss you man but You'll never be forgotten because we'll always keep you in our hearts and memories.
Tom Rice
February 28, 2008
You were one of the first people I ever knew online, a truly great guy that I really admired. You inspired me a lot back then, and though it had been so long I always enjoyed our chats. You will be greatly missed. Long may the DVS go on in the name of Pepsi Man!
Best wishes.
February 26, 2008
Dan,
You were always a good friend, and someone to talk too, whenever anything was needed, or just for a random talk. You were a great guy and although I never met you in person, I'll miss you. Everyone will miss you. RIP Dan, your resting up above now.
Robert "Hugo" Walker
Joey Ward
February 26, 2008
Well, man; I don't really know what to say. You were a good friend, even though I never actually saw you in person. Like most friends, we had our ups and downs, but we were still friends. You're going to be missed. The board isn't the same without you, but we'll try and keep it in line.
Your bud,
Joey S. Ward, aka Just Joe
Brittany "Mistress" Henley
February 26, 2008
You will be missed greatly. Although we never met in person, you were still a cherished friend of mine, and it was such an emotional blow to hear of your passing. You will always be remembered, not only by me, but by all the loyal members of DVS.
Ashley "Foxy" Rupert
February 26, 2008
Dan,
No more late night chats. No more hey kid. I may not have known you in person. But you were one of my favorite persons to talk too. It was hard to hear that you were actually gone. A person you could actually talk to in this crazy world. You are missed terribly!
xoxoxo
Pat "PatDaMan" Ayling
February 24, 2008
Dan, no one could ever grasp how much you're truly missed, bro. You were the most straight-forward, honest, and loyal person I've ever had the pleasure of knowing, even though we'd never met in person. I'm gonna miss you, just as everyone else is.
Matt Harper
February 24, 2008
Miss you bro. I'll see you in that big wrestling ring in the sky.
amy mann
January 10, 2008
hi danny you are so missed in so many ways your smile and the way you knew how to make people smile i sure wish we could have had that one last chance to say goodbye but we all know you are watching all of us and one day will meet us at those gates i promise you and your mom i will stay in touch with the family my condolences go out to them so much much love to you in heaven and my love goes out to each and everyone of the family member
love
Jessica Geddings
December 7, 2007
Danny, I miss and love you very much. I don't understand why this had to happen. Life will never be the same without you. You were the most kind, generous, and loving brother anyone could ever ask for. I promise everyone, especially you that my girls will know their Uncle Danny and the great man he is. I know in my heart that you are the babies guardian angel and I am so thankful that you will always be there for them in spirit. You have done so much for our family and I will never forget you. You will always and forever be in my heart.
Love you,
Jessica
Christopher "Trugita" Johnston
December 7, 2007
Dan,
At one time you and I were quite close, and I never thought we lost that, only grew in separate directions as you had just begun to experience adult-hood. I miss you terribly, as I'm sure I always will. Love you bro.
Scot Saul
December 5, 2007
Daniel Adam Freda... Pepsiman to many of us who got to know a little bit about him online. What a good heart he had. This young man will surely be missed not only by his family and friends but also by the online community. My condolences go out to everyone that was touched by Daniel aka Pepsiman.
God Bless.
'YOUR Hero' - Scot (Cochrane) Saul
Juanita Norton
December 4, 2007
I only knew Dan online, as well, but he was one of my closest friends, nonetheless. A truely genuine guy with a big heart. You are very missed Dan.
My condolences to all that mourn the loss of such a wonderful person.
G. Moore
December 2, 2007
I only ever talked to him on tpww but it is sad that I won't be able to talk to him any more. He was a cool guy. My condolences to his family and friends, he will be missed.
Nicole Webb
December 1, 2007
I still see Danny as the cute little boy I used to babysit. I will miss him. I have pictures of him as a little boy. they bring a smile to my face when I look at them. I love you all and wish I could be there for you.
Mason "Kris P Lettus" McGuire
December 1, 2007
I only knew him from various message boards but he seemed like an all around good guy..
Far too young..
My thoughts and prayers are with all of his friends and family..
RIP
Taiga
November 28, 2007
you have no idea how much i miss you.
Dustin Dunbar
November 28, 2007
Like many signing this, I did not actually know Dan on a personal basis. I knew his kindness and wit via the internet. He was a beloved member of a message board he had been posting on for the past 5-6 years or so. I will definitely miss hearing what he has to say and identifying with some of his daily escapades. Love and best wishes go to Daniel and his family.
tammy allison/melanie daughtry
November 28, 2007
our thoughts and prayers are with the family. we know this came as unexpected as you thought but just remember dan is with god now. he is up there smiling and looking down on all of you knowing he's in a great place. just remember all the good times and laughs he brought to each and every one of you and never forget those memories.
My son will now shine from above.
November 28, 2007
Daniel Crummett
November 27, 2007
I never knew the man face to face, but he was a staple on the message board. He'll be missed by people all over the world
Megan Roth
November 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Laura Dunne
November 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Kapil Desai
November 27, 2007
Hello,
I did not know Daniel outside of the internet, but we did post on the same social message board for many years.
To me, Daniel will always be known as a guy that brought a wonderful sense of humour to the forums. Daniel showed great warmth and love towards his peers.
One thing that I learned from Daniel, is how to show love and warmth to others even during difficult times in life.
I sincerely wish all of Daniel's real life friends and family my most sincerest of regards. On behalf of the Tpww.net community, we too mourn the loss of Daniel...and yet celebrate his life, and the many wonderful memories and laughs that he provided us.
RIP. God Bless.
Charlotte Fannon
November 27, 2007
Danny, I love you so much! I don't know how to go on without you. A part of me died with you. Dad had just come home from Iraq & we had so many plans for our family. You were the best son any mother could ask for. You will always be with me.
Love you forever son,
mom
Kyle Bennett
November 27, 2007
I'll never forget The Pep :(
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