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Lauren Houle
September 29, 2013
I'll never forget the time you let me tie your hair into about twenty different pigtails when I was a little girl. When I asked why you let me do that you responded, "Because I love you so much!" I'll miss and love you forever, dad. See you later alligator... In a while crocodile :)
Steve & Susan Sheid
November 16, 2011
Rodney and Kathy and Dan's family Our condoloences to all. We remember Dan, going camping with his family,Rodney and Kathy had a blast. Our prayers for Dans family. Love Ya Rodney and Kathy
Mark O'Brien
November 11, 2011
Dear Houle family,
Dan was one of the reasons I joined Phi Delta Theta at M.S.U. in 1975. His instant smile and warm friendship were hallmarks of the man he was. I trust that God will offer you solace in knowing that Dan is at rest, never to suffer again. My fondest condolences,
Anthony Houle
November 7, 2011
TO ALL WHO SUPPORTED OUR FAMILY WITH YOUR VISITS TO COLE'S CHAPEL, TO MOM AND DAD'S HOUSE, THE CARDS AND MOST KIND WORDS REGARDING DAN AND HIS CHEERFULL DEMEANOR....THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH IT MEANS SO MUCH TO US IN THIS MOST VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
Scott Foster
November 5, 2011
I didn't know Dan, but thought the world of his parents. Will never forget how Bob got the fire department to flood the back yard for hockey fun so many years ago. Gary, Rodney, and back then, it was little brother Lynn... Good memories.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Cindi Powell-Radtke
November 5, 2011
So sorry to read of Dan's passing - he was a classmate and I remember him fondly - May God give you comfort during this very difficult season.
Shigeaki Kurokawa
November 4, 2011
MY deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and my prayers are with you at this awful time.
Akira Suzuki
November 4, 2011
My sincere sympathy to the Houle Family.
I know Rachel is always working actively at her company, and I believe her husband and family
is always supporting her very well.I really miss Dan ,
May God bless Rachael, Sydney and the rest of the Houle family.
Dan Boham
November 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Houle family. Dan and I went to school from 1st grade through High School. I will remember Dan as a caring,funny and warm friend who was kind and generous in any situation.Even though we had lost touch in the past few years I had always considered Dan a great friend.
Lee Ferguson
November 4, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Dan's passing. We were classmates in high school and I remember his great smile and upbeat personality. He obviously made a positive impact on many lives, especially the students at Greenhills. He lived his life well and will be missed.
Alicia Lixey
November 4, 2011
My sincere sympathy to the Houle Family. Dan was a classmate of mine and we used to have so much fun.
Mary Wood Veltema
November 4, 2011
I remember Dan fondly from our days as classmates at St. Mary. He will be missed.
Angie Eder
November 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Bob and Colleen and all of Dan's family.
May God's peace comfort and console you during this difficult time.
November 3, 2011
With our sincere condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Mrs. Doris Sannes, Laurie Sannes Edwards, Kathryn Sannes Rentz and Charles Sannes.
November 3, 2011
Dear Bob and Colleen and the Houle family, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God give you strength and courage to endure the days ahead. Lifting you all up in prayer and love. Elinor(Musolf) Thomas
Colleen and Bob Houle
November 3, 2011
Our Love Mom and Dad Houle. Thank you for all the kind words about our son Dan. We know he will be missed by all of our family and all the friends he made.
November 3, 2011
Bob and Colleen,We are sincerely sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts throughout this trying time. God bless you and your family. Larry and Betsy Hackworth
Ruthie Freeman
November 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to all Dan's family and friends!!!
Adam Karibian
November 3, 2011
My deepest condolences to you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
November 3, 2011
Uncle Bob, Aunt Colleen and family, my love and sympathy goes out to all of you. May the good Lord put his arms around you and comfort you.
Love Cathy, Escanaba MI
Brian Henriksen
November 3, 2011
We moved in next to Dan, Rachael and Sydney 2 years ago. Dan and Sydney showed up on our front porch the second day we were there with a plate full of cookies. Dan was a great guy. He would give you the shirt off his back if you asked for it. Always happy, loved to watch our two dogs play together. We will definitely miss him. May God bless Rachael, Sydney and the rest of the Houle family.
November 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Houle family. With special thoughts for our dear friends Gary and Liz. John and Judy FUQUA -
Sandy Ball-Jenkins
November 3, 2011
To the Houle family,
I was sorry to hear of your loss. I don't remember Dan, but knowing the rest of the family I am sure he had a great personality and will be missed by all that knew him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
November 3, 2011
To my Lower Michigan Houle family, my heart goes out to you during this time. May your memories of Dan help you through this sad time. A big Yooper hug from me to all of you.
To my favorite cousin Dan: I love you and will miss you. I will celebrate your life and remember you always. I'm sending you a bigger Yooper hug.
Love Mary Beth, Escanaba MI
Gary Heitman
November 3, 2011
Dan was a good man. He always was happy and loved talking to me about his family and loved talking about Greenhills. He would buy 3 candy bars at every road game and give me one and sit in the stands with me and cheer on the teams. I would sometimes sit on the bus and keep him company, and we would talk and laugh. I will really miss him!
Jim Cameron
November 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers for the whole Houle family. Special thoughts to Gary, it's tough to lose a Bulldog friend.
Eric Berschback
November 3, 2011
Whenever I saw Dan in the hallways at Greenhills, he always seemed happy to see me; he had a way of making everyone around him feel special. It was a great privilege working with him, and I know that the kids loved having him on the bus, at their sporting events, and around their school. He was a great man, and I'm really going to miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jeff Williams
November 3, 2011
My prays and thoughts go out to you at this unexpected loss. Dan was a person that I always found easy to talk with. He will be missed. May God hold his family close. Jeff Williams
Lauren Heinonen
November 2, 2011
Dan had a great impact on my life. He was a great man who always knew how to cheer the community up, whether with his generosity or a simple, warm smile. It was always comforting to see him cheer on the tennis team, even though he admitted that he had no idea what was going on. It's not often that a student can be excited about having someone drive their bus, but Dan was a great exception. It wasn't just the warm pizza that we got excited about - it was his kind, warm, caring personality that we truly appreciated. He will always be remembered in the Greenhills community, in my heart, and with everyone who had the opportunity to meet Dan. He has changed the way that I look at life.
Matt,Salli and Ian Houle
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you at this difficult time.
Keiji Kojima
November 2, 2011
I think Dan had been providing a very good environment for his family and especially for his wife Rachel. I have been working with Rachel at Toyota and enjoyed working with her. I can guarantee she could not work better without Dan's support. He worked hard and supported his family well too!!
Therese Heinonen
November 2, 2011
Dan will always be fondly remembered by our family. Always a smile. Always a kind word. Truly a role model. We are lucky to have known him.
Thompson Family
November 2, 2011
Mr. Houle was the coolest and most awesome bus driver out there. He was always supportive of Greenhills Boys Soccer and came out and watched the boys play. He will be dearly missed.
Teresa Jong
November 2, 2011
Dan Houle was one of a kind. I will always remember his kindness, generosity, and positive view of life. He was a teacher to us all.
mira cooper
November 2, 2011
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of a wonderful individual. Both our children have attended Greenhills,and have very fond memories of Dan everpresent at swim meets, hot pizza on the long cold drive home and many other unexpected treats.
He had a huge heart and he will be missed.
Kathy Gallagher
November 2, 2011
We Loved "Dan the Man" at the Rochester Bus Yard. What a thoughtful, kind man! He was missed when he went to live near Ann Arbor, he will be sorely missed now that he is gone. God Bless his family.
Patti Hicks(Poertner)
November 2, 2011
My prayers are with the family, God Bless you.
vickie bennett
November 2, 2011
my thoughts and prayers go out to Dan's family and friends-he was such a kind giving man-may god give you all the strength as you mourn the loss of your loved one- R.I.P Dan and fly with the angels.
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