Daniel Mark Neumeister
Daniel Mark Neumeister
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Daniel Mark Neumeister
Daniel Mark Neumeister, 31, of Crozet, Virginia, beloved husband, son, brother, and friend, died in a tragic accident on the afternoon of Monday, October 4, 2010.
Dan was zealous about everything he did, from winemaking to motorcycle riding, lacrosse to long boarding. No one was more confident, vibrant or enthusiastic about his pursuits.
He loved his wife, Adriane, his family, his animals, Savannah, Skyler, Floyd, numerous lizards, and a turtle. He lived fully every moment. Dan's creative spirit was beautifully expressed in visual art, film, music and design. Inspirational, dedicated, honorable and loyal describe his very being. Snapshots from Dan's life show a unique and glorious individual.
Dan was born on November 17, 1978, to Steven Mark Neumeister and Jan Pyland Harrison in Beverly, Massachusetts. He met his wife, Adriane Allen, in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 1998, and after living in California for a few years, the two ultimately settled in Crozet, where Dan became passionately involved in the Virginia wine industry.
Dan was Assistant Vintner at White Hall Vineyards. There he developed an intense desire to learn winemaking. Without formal training in enology, Dan's love for his craft, his attention to detail and his work ethic enabled him to excel in both the vineyard and winery. He kept a keen eye on the vineyards, carefully following all stages of development. Dan loved what he did; it was not his job, it was his way of life. Dan and Adriane were married at White Hall on August 8, 2009. Dan's success at White Hall led to a further venture, the development of Sugarleaf Vineyards, where he crafted award-winning wines.
Dan is survived by his wife Adriane; parents, Steve Neumeister and Jan Harrison; sisters, Amy Marino and Anna Neumeister; brother, Aaron Davidsson; stepfather, Tom Harrison; nephew and niece, Matthew and Kylie Marino; and numerous friends and family that love him. Dan will be remembered in our hearts and minds forever.
A service to celebrate Dan's life will be held at Sugarleaf Vineyards 2 p.m. Friday, October 8, 2010.
For directions, go to http://www.sugarleafvineyards.com/sugarleaf/page/directions.jsp .
The family is receiving guests from 7 until 9 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2010, at the Pfeifer's residence, 426 Burchs Creek Road, Crozet, Virginia 22932.
In lieu of flowers, tax deductible donations may be made to either http://boardrescue.org or Christ Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, "Neumeister Scholarship" - a scholarship in support of Adriane's completion of nursing school in 2011.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Lisa McCade
November 3, 2010
Adriane - you and Dan have been in my thoughts every day. I am praying for you and hope you find peace. I feel so very blessed to have known Dan and will miss him greatly.
Mark Greenfield
October 16, 2010
Adriane, My sorrow can not be expressed in words. Please know that you and all of Dan's friends and family are in my prayers and thoughts. I always loved Dan's smile and confidence. He was a true inspiration to all that knew him. I will never forget the young men on the WAHS lacrosse team looking up to him, and him always being there to encourage them.
Terri Nicholaou
October 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry to hear this sad news.
Terri & Mike Nicholaou
Nancy O'Donnell
October 13, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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john garland
October 12, 2010
to all your family dan,i will miss you very much.the time we had building the sugar leaf winery together was something i will never forget and every time i sipp your wine or walk the vines and most importantly be in our space,i will feel you.god bless you and all the wonderful people in the family . John V.Garland jr.
Emily and Todd McAllister
October 9, 2010
Adriane...you are in our thoughts. We are neighbors on Blue Ridge and will miss seeing Dan long boarding by our house...always smiling...and greeting me with a hello while I'm walking my dogs. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to ask. Emily and Todd McAllister
October 8, 2010
My heartfelt sypmpathy goes out to Adriane and all of Dan's immediate family. We were inspired by his passion and dedication to his work. What a great winemaker and gentle soul. Our prayers are with you.
Christine Iezzi, Vickie, Keith and the delivery crew of The Country VIntner,
Gretchen Kelleher
October 8, 2010
Steve and family - My deepest sympathies to you in this most difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Virginia Living Television
October 7, 2010
The entire family of Virginia Living Television extends its sympathies to the Neumeister Family. We had the pleasure of interviewing Dan last March as he proudly represented White Hall Vineyards. He carried with him such a spirit for life and learning. Our prayers are with you. God Bless.
Doug Hotz
October 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Adriane and all of Dan's family. Was shocked to hear this. Saw Dan at the unveiling of the Governor's Cup wine a week ago and as always we chatted up one of his and my passions Virginia Wine. He was a great young man and winemaker who will be deeply missed.
Sincerely
Doug & Kim Hotz
Rio Hill Wine & Gourmet
Charlottesville VA
Jay and Trina McElligott
October 7, 2010
Dear Jan and family,
We are so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jo Burke
October 7, 2010
Dear Steve, Adriane and families,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. There are no words I can share that will make this any easier for you, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Requiescat in pace.
Mary Jo Burke
Nathan Walker
October 7, 2010
Dan was and always will be an inspiration to me--the world is much the poorer for his loss, but so much the richer for his having graced it at all. The love and admiration he inspired in so many will live forever, in this world and the next.
Melissa and Orlando Diaz
October 7, 2010
Adriane and the Allen Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Melissa and Orlando Diaz
Mariah Custalow
October 7, 2010
My thoughts are with both Dan's and Adriane's families; and especially with Adriane as she deals with her loss. I found them both to be sincere and loving individuals. He will be missed and we as their friends need to be there for her as much as she will let us.Psalm #121; "I will lift up mine eyes to the hills, from whence cometh my help". Let us all help her to do so in the coming days as the hills get more beautiful.
AnneCallie Finnegan
October 7, 2010
Adriane my heart is breaking for you. Dan was truly a wonderful man, and his memory will live on in our hearts. I wish you comfort and peace during the difficult times ahead
Sturges Family
October 7, 2010
Dear Anna & Jan,
Since days at Church of Our Saviour (especially Youth Group), your family has always had a special place in our hearts. Which, unfortunately, are broken right now because of the loss of Dan. He was very loved around here. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you always. God's blessings from the Sturges Family (Michael, Kathleen, Matthew, David & Anna). [email protected]
Piper and Tony Oneto
October 7, 2010
Adriane, we are so so sorry to hear about this. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
October 7, 2010
Jan, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son in such a freak
accident, I am Shelli Hammer's mother and I know how devasted
she is about this. I have been praying for you and your family since
she told me. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you even though
you don't know me personally. May God give you his peace at this
very difficult time! Love, Nancy Linger
October 7, 2010
Daniels's obituary is as touching and accurate as the depths of his love for life and all those he met. Our sorrow and grief are heaven's gain.... a hurt which we cannot understand. May peace fill your wonderful memories and the following days without him . We are sincerely sorry for your loss of one so talented and precious to you.
Betty and Sonny Clayton
and Nick DeNome (a fellow worker
in vineyards) Crozet, Virginia
Joyce Howard
October 7, 2010
Dear Anna, I am terribly sorry for the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and Adriane. I, along with my family, send heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy.
Jennifer Conrad Seidel
October 7, 2010
Daniel wrote an article for Flavor Magazine in 2008.
Here's a link: http://flavormagazinevirginia.com/winemakers-notes-daniel-neumeister/
Michael Dalton
October 7, 2010
My wife Angela and I would like to extend our sincerest and most heart-felt condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and support you.
Carl Strye
October 7, 2010
On behalf of the staff at WASHTECH NORTH, our hearts and prayers go out to Adriane and family's of Dan. Words cannot express your loss and we are deeply sadened. God Bless all of you.
Carl, Reno, Donnie, Bob and Kevin
WASHTECH NORTH
Pam GIbson
October 7, 2010
Anna, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been thinking a lot about you since I heard the news. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Shelli Hammer
October 7, 2010
My dearest friend Jan, My heart is breaking for you because I know the scope of your love for your children. Adriane, we've not met, but after working with Jan for nearly 10 yrs, I feel like I know you from hearing about the beautiful life you shared with Dan & I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. Amy & Anna, my deepest sympathies. I know how much you loved your brother. May God grant you all comfort, peace & mercy & I hope you can draw on the power of all the love being sent your way.
The Country Vintner
October 7, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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