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Nikola Carlson
October 28, 2009
A Lifelong Memory of Dan:
My fondest memory of Dan was his love to teach those who he loved, which was pretty much everyone that he knew. The things in life that he cherished most: hunting, fishing, soccer and swimming were always a constant connection to those who were closest to him. I remember Dan driving Cheri, Pat and I to soccer on weekends from the time we were small up through middle school. He was always ready to help us learn and love soccer by playing "coach" after our games on the drive home. When Pat was in high school on the swim team, Dan always was showing his encouragement (and always the loudest one cheering). When Dan met Adina, I remember going to a soccer game where they were both playing. I don't think Adina had played soccer before or had a clue what was going on, and any grown man could have just told her to sit on the sidelines. Instead, Dan wanted her to learn and took the time to help her, because he loved her and wanted her to be a part of something he loved so much. He was teaching Monique and Danielle to fish and about hunting, and passing a part of himself onto them. His love and spirit will live on forever by those who knew him. I am forever blessed to have known him for so long, and having him as a second dad has taught me so much. I am so proud of his beautiful family, and I know that they will keep his spirit and memory alive always. I love you Jacksons. Stay strong and when you miss Dan, think of his giant smile.
Patrick Bohlinger
October 28, 2009
I have a Dan story: Dan and I worked together during the summer of '82 harvesting cherries at our grandfather's orchard. On my 21st birthday we had worked all day and were so tired we could hardly stand up. Grandma slipped us $20 and told us to go have fun. So Dan, myself and our cousin Jay hopped in Dan's ragtop Cadillac, got a case of beer and drove out to Lake Michigan where we dropped the top and swapped lies and told fishing stories under the stars until the beer ran out. I couldn't have had a better birthday, and I loved working with Danny that summer. We had as much fun as you can have working 14 hour days, covered in cherry juice and scratches from crawling under those cherry trees. I miss you cuz. See you topside.
Garrett Roe
October 27, 2009
Adina & Family-
I just heard the horrible news about Dan today, and I am so sorry for all of you! I apologize for not being at the funeral in person, I absolutely would have been there if I would have known about it. I will miss Dan's friendship and sharing hunting stories every fall during Deer hunting season. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert and Marina Scott
October 21, 2009
Adina,
Bob and I just learned of Dan's passing. We are so sorry for your loss. His face always lit up when he'd talk about you and the kids when we were in the office. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rob and Ondine Leib
October 19, 2009
To all who are feeling a loss at this time...our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are sorry for your loss. Dan has been our agent for 10 years, we will miss him.
Lyle & Cathy Greenfield
October 19, 2009
Adina,
Lyle and I just learned of Dan's passing. We are saddened for your loss. Thinking of you and the girls at this difficult time. Your Friends,
Richelle Tragge
October 19, 2009
I was saddened to learn of Dan's passing. I met Dan in 1991 when, upon my graduation from MSU, my father suggested I "find a good State Farm Agent". Dan was so kind and caring it's easy to see why all these years later, he's still my favorite agent. I'll miss Dan but think of him fondly whenever I hear Queen. My sincerest condolences to his wife and children
Felicia Steenwyk (Jackson)
October 19, 2009
WOW! I am so sorry for all of you who will miss him! He has been with me every day giving me courage. I would like each of you to remember that mischeivious grin and all his pranks. He is playing jokes on you!.... & laughing. What a great laugh! What a great smile!
I am asking you to PLEASE share your memories.. Here is one I have:
He was maybe 8 or 9. We were up at our cottage. We went out snake hunting before church (WE WERE READY to go) Dan catches a snake, Mom & Dad are coming in the car to pick us up on the back road. He is so excited! Going to show that snake to Dad. Mom & Dad talk him into letting the snake go 'cuz we do not have time to put it in a cage for "snake stew" BEFORE church. He drops the snake and dang if that snake hadn't wrapped his tail around Dan's belt! It's hanging between his legs and he is hopping around "AHHH, AGHH! AHHHH " . Our eyes were so big and finally it fell off him... We have laughed about it for years. MY love to all!
"Dan's little sister." Felicia
October 15, 2009
We just learned of Dan's death. We are so very sorry.
Elaine and Jim Flore Williamston Michigan
(Jim was in the men's soccer league with him).
October 14, 2009
I was so saddened to hear about Dan. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Ellen (Chapin) Fisher, Saginaw, MI
Amy Sutherland(Chapin)
October 14, 2009
Family, I was very saddened to hear of Danny's passing. It is with a heavy heart I pass along condolences to Adina, the girls, Tommy, Felicia, Wayne and Mary Sue. This is a difficult time and you are all in my thougths and prayers. Amy Sutherland (Chapin)
Vicki Durr-Marinez
October 14, 2009
Adina
We are so very sorry---Words cannot express our heart-felt sorrow for your loss. Time and prayers and the grace of God will help to ease your pain. Times like this are so difficult to understand why. Our prayers are for God to take you securely in his arms to comfort you and your family during this most difficult time and into the future. With deepest sympathy and prayers----Vicki Durr-Marinez, Katie, Mikey, Joey and Rod Marinez
Sadiq & Sumera Sumbal
October 14, 2009
Dear Adina and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have known and worked with Dan for so many years. He was always very kind and help. Our prayers are with you.
Brian Walter
October 13, 2009
Adina, we are deeply saddened to hear about Dan's death. We have been clients of Dan's since we moved back to Michigan 15 years ago. Our hearts are with you and your family in your time of grief.
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Walter
Scott Fravel
October 13, 2009
Words cannot express how much I miss Dan. Myself and my family are so sorry for your loss Adina.
Rick and Sheri Stoner
October 13, 2009
Adina and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
October 13, 2009
Monique, I am so sorry to hear about your daddy. I know you are very sad, I will be praying for you.
Love,
Mrs. Khoury (Redeemer Church)
Lauren Kracko
October 13, 2009
Dear Monique,
I feel sorry about your dad. I hope you come back to school soon.
Love, Lauren Kracko
October 13, 2009
Monique,
I'm very sorry to hear about your dad. I hope you feel happy again soon. We all miss you at school. Your Friend, Gracie Joseph
Janice LaGorin
October 13, 2009
I remember how much Dan loved to eat my snickerdoodle cookies. He always seemed to have a sixth sense when I was baking them. He would come over to our house often when he was a teen ager.
Our sympathy to the family in this loss!
Jan LaGorin (Kip's Mom)
Marlene Bach
October 13, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for your/our loss. Dan will be missed by many and was really loved by all who were blessed to know him. Marlene Bach Agency
Marlene Bach
October 13, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for your/our loss. Dan will be missed by many and was really loved by all who were blessed to know him. Marlene Bach Agency
Shelly Ingerham
October 13, 2009
Adina,
I am so very sorry for your loss; my heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
The Tony Dalessandro Agency
October 13, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Chris, Michelle & C.J. McMahon
October 13, 2009
Adina and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
October 13, 2009
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Brad and Nicole Seeley & family
October 13, 2009
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The Ken Young Agency.
October 13, 2009
In your time of sadness thoughts of heart felt sympathy are with you.
Our sincerest condolences,
Dean and Diane Rehberger
Sherry Lott
October 13, 2009
Dear Adina and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dan has been my insurance agent for many years. He was always so very kind and helpful! With deepest sympathy to you, your children and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Sherry Lott
October 13, 2009
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We send our deepest sympathy and condolences to you.
Sincerely,
Graff Collision Center and Graff Chevrolet Employees
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