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Tom Arnone
July 3, 2025
I played golf today and it was nothing to smile about, but the times I played with you were fun, lots of laughs and conversation. 19 years Dan and you will never be forgotten!
Ali
July 2, 2025
I talked about you the other night to my husband, Leo, and told him how amazing you were and how sad I am that you two never got to meet. I wonder how life would be now if you were still with us. Thinking of you always! xo
Susan Loesel Arnone
July 6, 2024
While sitting here thinking about Dan I have to smile and laugh at what an incredible person he was and in my eyes still is. We miss your intelligence and humor and wish that your your grand nieces and nephews had the privledge of knowing you. Love you Dan
Tom Arnone
July 3, 2024
Whenever July 4th comes around, we think of the summer starting, barbecues, fireworks etc, but I always take a minute at this time of year to reflect on you Dan and the impact you made on our lives.
Dennis Stadler
July 2, 2024
You were one in a million and I am so glad I could call you my friend.
Susan Arnone
July 3, 2023
Not a day goes by when you are not in my thoughts, love you dear brother
Tom Arnone
July 2, 2023
We all know how time flies, but how could it possibly be 17 years since Dan's passing?? It would have been very interesting to hear Dan's take on all the crazy things going on in the world today! Miss your humor and quick wit Dan!
Dennis Stadler jr
July 2, 2023
Not a day goes by that you are not thought of and missed.
Susan Loesel Arnone
July 6, 2022
A day never goes by in the last 16 years that I don´t think of you, so much has happened, graduations, weddings and births of your nieces and nephews. I have to chuckle every time I think of Mom ironing your handkerchiefs up there. Love you and thanks for keeping an eye on us
Tom Arnone
July 3, 2022
I often discuss memories of you with Susan, my wife, your sister It always brings us joy! Miss you Dan
Tom Arnone
July 2, 2021
It amazes me that it has been 15 years since you were taken away from us. Your humor and wit will always be missed!
Eric Hilton
July 2, 2021
Truly miss Danny and his humor and sarcasm. Not only cool to hang out with in and after high school, but a very fine drummer, who inspired my brother.
It always brings a smile to my face when i think of Danny. Perhaps he and my brother Ed are jamming together, somewhere.
RIP my dear friend.
Deb Loesel
July 10, 2016
Celebrating and remembering every moment we were blessed to have in our 16 years together. 10 years feels at once an eternity and a very long heart beat without my Dan. Thank you, friends, for maintaining this special place and celebrating a life well lived. 8/17/48-7/6/2006. Blao and love to y'all.
deb loesel
August 23, 2013
Dan would have been 65 last week. He was and will always be the light of my life. Missing you like it was yesterday. Always my love - D
deb loesel
August 23, 2013
Dan would have been 65 last week. He was and will always be the light of my life. Missing you like it was yesterday. Always my love - D
Deb Loesel
August 23, 2013
To all Dan's friends, most especially Cobb's Gang, thank you for sharing your wonderful memories and your support with me. I'm happy, well, living the simpler salt life Dan and I envisioned years ago here in CharlestonSC. I remain so grateful and feel so blessed that you were there for him and also for me. I'm as good as I could possibly ever be without him. Blao
Linda Franz (Andrews)
January 25, 2008
To all who knew Dan, what a shock to recently discover of Dan's death.
I was his first wife. I will always
remember the good times with Dan and Cobb's Gang. I say "Blao" to everyone.
Would love to hear from any of the old gang from 66-72. Those were my years with him.
My prayers and condolences to his family and friends.
I'd like to say more but
"Time Won't Let Me" (That was our song).
Kerry Gavin
July 8, 2007
Deb
I've thought of Dan often over the past year, and you with him. I know he's with you and will remain there, on hand and likely with his humor at the ready, whenever you need him.
KATHY KELLEY (GAVIN)
July 7, 2007
DEB,
AS I LOOKED BACK OVER ALL OF THE
BEAUTIFUL ENTRIES IN DAN'S MEMORY,
I LOOK AT YOURS AND KNOW THAT AS YOU WERE GRACED TO WALK WITH DAN,
HE WILL WALK WITH YOU FOR THE REST
OF YOUR LIFE. HE LOVED YOU SO MUCH! MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU
AT THIS TIME AND HOPE YOU HAVE FOUND SOME PEACE.
LOVE
KATHY KELLEY (GAVIN)
Deb Loesel
July 6, 2007
For all the years of his life, Dan remained loyal to his innermost truth. No matter what, he always walked the path of his own heart and for 17 years, I was graced to walk it with him. What we were to each other, we will always be.
Michele Bolinger
July 6, 2007
On the night of the 4th, Paul and I sat outside on a candlelight deck, listened to Pizzarelli, watched some fireworks, as we ate a nice meal, had a glass of wine and raised our glasses in your honor Dan. Those are the little things that you enjoyed so much. You gave everyone an appreciation for those things, thank you!
Jim loesel
July 4, 2007
Terry,myself and the kids are heading to Boston Thursday morning. I know i"ll hear your voice as my personal tour guide and of course correct me if I'm wrong.BeanTown won't be the same without you....I'll have a Sam Adams on you,and a smile, Love Me.
Lynda and Joe Arnone
July 3, 2007
We're thinking of all of you at this painful time. We hope Dan's love that he gave to all of you, helps to sustain you.
Paul Bolinger
July 2, 2007
.....Unbelievable.....
December 7, 2006
"The most utterly wasted of days are those on which you can find no reason to laugh." Honeys, I am only beginning to understand things you always seemed to know. You are my light and my love, always. B's
James loesel
July 30, 2006
I remember standing at the bottom of the stairs of the Valley Stream train station looking up at my brother, the sailor, who was about to come home. That might have been the time I put Dan on a pedistal and there he stood, and to me will stand, for the rest of my life. We are all foutunate to have known such a person. I was relayed a message from someone at Dans wake that Dan loved me. Well,nobody knows how much I love him,,,,,,, miss ya "BRO"
Jo & Rudy Latortue
July 27, 2006
Dan...He could make you laugh like no other, and he graciously gave us the gift of his wisdom, wit and loyal friendship. His way of making everybody feel like you were his best friend will always be as special as the man himself.
He will always be with us triggering a smile. With much love always and forever for that one in a million guy.
Jane & Lee Smith
July 20, 2006
Although only lucky enough to have known Dan and Deb for 5 years, Dan’s persona has engraved a lasting memory on both of us. His intelligence and wit has given us many hours of joy and laughter that have come from our amazing holidays together. From LARDO di Bastardo to being LOST with the boys from Pozzo and of course not forgetting Dexter and Dexter. These memories are truly treasured. We Knew Dan had a good ear for music but better than ever for the bar opening bell that Dan could hear from the pool 100 yards away. We miss you.
Ted Valerio
July 19, 2006
I met Dan through the Valley Stream E-mail group a couple of years ago. I enjoyed his sense of humor which he maintained throughout his illness. I will miss him.
Konda Cobb
July 19, 2006
Deb,
I had the privilege of knowing Dan for the last 8 years (1998). He could take the most bizarre situation, find humor, and state a logical explanation. Rather it was a business venture or a social scene, Dan's opinion was valued and always respected.
We will miss him and his constant strives to make a positive mark in this world. He had a knack for making work fun and was filled with ideas for doing things differently.
Dan always spoke so loving and proud of you Deb. You were the light of his life and I wanted you to know that he spoke of you often. My prayers are with you and I am truly honored to have known Dan~
Bob Mullin
July 19, 2006
I have known Dan since he was 13 years old. Obviously Dan has ment a great deal to many people throughout the years evidenced by entries in this guest book and elsewhere. For those who don't know Dan very well,know this: While he was suffering this past year he didn't complain but actually made light of his condition with his famous wit to calm our fears and ease our troubled minds. I will miss him deeply.
Carrie Haan
July 18, 2006
My inbox will never be the same without Dan's witty responses to our group emails! I'm so glad I have saved the best ones. He will be missed. Deb, you know better than anyone what a gem he was. Love and prayers to you.
Peter Disbrey
July 15, 2006
Deb,
All,
Dan and myself were brought together by two mutual friends and the remarkable ability of a small white ball that in the blink of an eye vanishes, or at best falls short or wide of the green. (Not going to mention sand or water).
Dan was witness to my first ever par, returning to our cart he dug into his golf bag, produced a Three wood and handed it to me as a trophy. " Use this instead of that driver " he said. I still do.
Whenever a Tee shot sailed over the fence and into the woods
"Great shot" was generally Dan's
comment. "At least you hit it". Thanks Dan.
Dan often mentioned cooking, always buying ingredients and preparing for dinner in time for Deb's arrival home. "Gotta go" Dan would say, "Have some preperation to do" No doubt Butch is standing with his legs crossed, I'm sure.
So many memories. Simply going on walk about arouind the city during the afternoons, Central park, shopping for cordless phones. Playing our own version of the Ryder Cup at Van Courtlant (Outcome still under steward's investigation). The Island man episode,Illegal U turns, Lunches and Brunches.
Dan, Deb, there are mulitudes of stories and goings on I cherish, and with your solid outlook My wife Anna and myself are able to keep at heart many happy times.
Peter
Allison Arnone
July 14, 2006
I was fortunate enough to see my Godfather Uncle Dan in the hospital the day before he passed. He was unsurprisingly still witty and full of life. He sang a line from 'Proud Mary' because I "Left a good job in the city..." to come and see him. I admire his courage and positive attitude throughout this whole experience. Most of all, I admire that he was able to maintain his famous sense of humor during such hard times. I will miss Uncle Dan's jokes and stories on the holidays, especially since I was just starting to understand them :)
George Gregory
July 14, 2006
If I were to choose one word to describe Dan it would be passionate. I met Dan in 1965 through mutual friendships, quickly forming a bond through music and the instrument we shared. It was his passion for music and drums that was so easily recognizable. He didn't stop there. Dan had a passion for life and everything he touched, accomplished and believed. And paramount was his innocent goodness eminating from the child inside, which it seems he never lost touch with. The journey isn't over. Fly Danny, fly!
Lynda & Joe Arnone
July 13, 2006
We are saddened that we never had the opportunity to meet Dan. He had a big fan in his brother in- law, Tom and Tom shared with us many "Dan" stories. Our sympathies to the entire Loesel family and all those who had the good fortune to know Dan.
Eric (AKA Ear) Hilton
July 13, 2006
I had met Danny while playing in a band in HS. Not only was I overwhelmed with his ability to play killer drums, but his quick humor and personality made me feel like I had known him forever. Dan surrounded himself with not only fine musicians, but some of the most wonderful group of people anyone could ever want as friends. Even to this day, Cobbs Gang is an endearing group of people who shared wonderful times and adventures with Danny and will keep his spirit and memories alive for ever.
It is my honor to call Dan my friend.
My warmest regards to Deb & the family.
Henry Feinstein
July 13, 2006
Ohy Dan, the man, my guess is that you will pop up and say to all of us April's Fools, and we will all have a great laugh!!
In the mean time my best to you Deb, you are the center of his universe. You know this and I know this. I will miss old Dan the Man, and if there is anything I can do for you Deb, just name it!!
Tom Arnone
July 13, 2006
I always admired my brother-in-law Dan, for his intelligence, wit, humor and just being a great person to spend time with! Through his suffering, I saw even more of the wonderful human qualities this man had! He truly is a role model for anyone who is ever stricken with a terrible illness. I have never witnessed such a postive and determined approach that Dan exhibited over the last year! Sometimes life hurts us, sometimes it robs us of someone very dear and it causes pain we did not choose and did not want! We ask, why Dan?, why now?. I hope his loving wife Deb will find an inner strength to give her hope and lead her forward. All of her family members will be with her, and we will forever love and remember Dan!
Richard Macioce
July 13, 2006
I will leave it to others to sing Dan's praises. Simply put he was an amazing and wonderful man. His close friends will remember two pieces of his advice: Enjoy every sandwich, and don't put Pepto-Bismol in your automobile transmission. He made us laugh and is greatly missed.
Viva and Greg
July 13, 2006
Dan was hungry and pensive (hmmmm). As we were pulling out of Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water (the historic landmark in PA), the handsome Mr Loesel sighed from his place in the back seat and said "they should have a hot dog vendor here and call it Lloyd Wright's Franks."
We don't have to worry about remembering you Dan. None of us will ever forget you.
Love,
Viva and Greg
Kathy Kelley (Gavin)
July 13, 2006
Deb, I was so blessed to have had
Dan be a part of my life. We met
when we were 14 years old, and his
friendship, intellegence and humor
is something I will always treasure. The two of you together were what marraige and love and friendship were all about. I will miss my friend and he will forever be in my heart and memory.
David D'Innocenzo
July 13, 2006
Dan will be missed! Over the past twenty (20) years, I had the pleasure of working with Dan at Digital in Stow, MA, then AT&T in Florham Park, NJ and then NetworkingPS. He was a good friend.
Dennis Stadler
July 13, 2006
Dan was a true friend, a heck of a drummer and guitarist who always seemed upbeat and happy, even in the worst of times. His quick wit and memory of things that happened in the past will be missed. Dan may be gone from this earth but his spirit lives on in all he has touched.
Richard Macioce
July 12, 2006
Dan had a special aptitude for keeping friendships for many, many years. A group of these go back over forty years and more. I am fortunate to be of that number, having enjoyed his many gifts and talents, which he freely shared. He also showed us the way to enjoy every sandwich.
From Kerry, for all the Cobbsters, with thanks to Bob for a great memory.
July 12, 2006
Kerry Gavin
July 12, 2006
Danny was a good friend and fellow musician from thirty years past til now. He was a gentle guy, a fine musician, and possessed of one of the biggest, warmest smiles I've ever known. I'm fortunate to call him a friend, and pleased to have met Deb, the woman who shared his life and his character. My deepest sympathies and regards to you Deb, and to all his friends and family in Cobb's gang.
Love
Kerry
Michele Bolinger
July 12, 2006
Deb, you don't need me to tell you this, but you and Dan, coupled with your love for one another and all humanity; as well as the friendship and support the both of you always gave one another, is an inspiration to every couple out there, as well as to all those that have not yet been as fortunate to have found their true love (as you guys obviously did). We will all miss Dan. He always had a way of lighting up the room with his humor and making one think about the bigger picture in life. Every time I make "Dan's Sauce" I will think of him and remember the day he thoroughly gave it to me over the phone 6 years ago! We love you Big Sis. Love, Your Sister Michele, Your "Good Man Charlie Brown - Paul" and Princess Tarabelle.
Mark VanderWerf
July 10, 2006
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dan ... enjoying his significant intellect, insight, loyalty and his humor. I will never forget our road show at DEC, our sailing trip in Seattle or his ongoing friendship. He was a special man. My best wishes and congratulations to all who had the honor of knowing him.
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