Daniel W. Winegeart Obituary

In your honor I was given the esteemed privilege to wear your dog tag during the 5th Special Forces Group 2022 Legion Memorial Run & Gun. I hope I represented your legacy well and I sincerely apologize for the cursing in the woods between stages 4 and 5. You are not forgotten.

Hello,

We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Daniel Weston Winegeart US Army Sergeant.

We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.

We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign

Happy Birthday! I know every day is a special day in Heaven. But, I just wanted you to know how much we love you and miss you. You are in our thoughts daily.
Love Aunt Re

Thank you for your service, love and sacrifice for our Country. We love and miss you dearly.
Love you forever and ever,
Aunt Re

One of the most outstanding young men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. We all miss you dearly!

Thinking of you today as always. We miss your smile & laughter and often wonder what your life would have been had it not been taken. We know you are looking down on us and watching us each and everyday-our own gaurdian angel and are thankful for that but we still miss you being here with us. We love you son.

Mom & Dad

Well, Boo it has been seven long years here without you. It is hard but we trudge on. Yes, we know you are in a better place, but we are selfish & wish we could give you one more hug. Your are thought of daily, hourly and most every minute of the day. When we all get to Heaven what a day of rejoicing that will be. Just know we love you forever & ever.
Love,
Aunt Re

Seven years tomorrow.. But you're with me everyday :•)

Just a note to tell you how much we appreciated your service for our freedom. We love you and miss you so much. Thank you for all the wonderful memories that we will carry on in our hearts until we are able to see you again in Heaven.
Love you,
Aunt Re

Love always,
Mom

aKnow it is late but don't think there are clocks and calanders in heaven. Merry Christmas to you son, we love and miss you and wish you were still here with us.
Love,
Mom & Dad

Just a quick note to let you know you are thought of daily by all the ones that dearly loved you. Things will never be the same. I love you.
Love,
Aunt Re

Happy Birthday, late. I love you so much. I've been thinking about you a lot. We miss you , but know you are in a better place and can feel you here with us. I love you, Boo.
Love,
Aunt Re
Love, Aunt Re

Daniel,
We love and miss you dearly. We all have been thinking of you so much.
Love ya, Boo
Aunt Re

There is a hole in my heart that fits your image exactly. We miss and love you now as we always have.
Love you forever son,
Mom & Dad

Daniel,
You have been heavy on my mind lately so just wanted to stop by and say that I miss you so very much.

Love You,
Mom

Thought of you yesterday as I do everyday. Love & miss you bubby!!!

Remembering you this past weekend and always, we love and miss you very much.

Mom & Dad

Daniel, Thank you for your sacrifice. We know you loved what you did and we know you knew the Lord. So we can rest assured you are in heaven. That doesn't always take away that hurt or the tears, but we all loved you so much.
Love Aunt Re

In Honor of your service to our country we will always remember.Love the Caudill Family

Another holiday season come and gone without you. We still put your Christmas stocking up with all the others and always will. We will never forget you and remember all the great times we had as a family. You are constantly in our hearts and on our minds. We love and miss you so very much but know you are happy where you are. See you when we get there someday.

Love,
Mom & Dad

Wishing we could give you a birthday hug in person son. Knowing that isn't possible, we just sent one up to Heaven for you. Sure wish I could send a Cherry Cake up there for you too! We love and miss you son, hope you had a great birthday in Heaven.

Love,
Mom & Dad

Happy Birthday, my sweet one. I know you are in heaven and are just as handsome as ever. I know you are still smiling. I also know you and Ponky, Gary,Doc,Uncle Aubrey and Uncle Son and the rest of the crew are running the dogs after those deer. Someday we will all be together again. We love you and miss you dearly. Love, Aunt Re

Always in my heart and on my mind Bubba...love and miss you more than ever. You will always be my best friend and brother till the end, i will see you on the "flip side"

We think of you daily. Mammaw & Pappaw have your picture right there looking at them everyday. They always talk about you.You will live on in our hearts forever and ever. You will never be forgotten. All my love, Aunt Re

We think of you daily. Mammaw & Pappaw have your picture right there looking at them everyday. They always talk about you.You will live on in our hearts forever and ever. You will never be forgotten. All my love, Aunt Re

To the family and friends of Spc. Daniel W. Winegeart:
Please accept my remembrance of Daniel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Well son, it has been 5 years now, Dad and I miss you so much. The tears are never too far away when you come to mind - which is everyday. We know you are happy where you are but we sure do wish we could talk with you for just 5 more minutes, see your smile and give you a hug. We will always keep your memory alive for you and remember all the great times we had together son. If you see Paw-paw Jack up there give him a hug from us. We love you and miss you bunches son.

Mom & Dad

Daniel, we love & miss you so very much. Our hearts are still broken you are not with us here. But we know you are in a much better place than us. We thank you for serving our country & giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We think of you daily & remember those precious smiles. God bless you baby, we love you. Love forever you may be physically gone but not forgotten. We keep you alive in our hearts. Love forever & always, Aunt Re

Daniel I think of you often, wishing you were still here with all of us, but more so for your family. You gave us all wonderful memories and every time I think of you I smile. You are truly missed in all of our lives.
Thinking of you always
Momma Three

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. I can't wait to see you on the other side. I love you

Bubba I miss n love you more n more each day. Everytime I look at my son, chris, I am reminded of you more n more, I do shed tears still but more in happiness because I still have our memories and making as many as possible! Your nephew is definatly you made over in every shape, form, n fashion. I thank god that he gave me you as my only brother, I just wish he wouldnt had taken you so soon. I love you bubba and always thinking of you! Love always casey (big sis)

Hung you Christmas stocking as usual, worte you a note and put it inside the stocking as usual, cried as usual. Holidays are still the worst time for us but we know you are happy where you are. We will continue to miss you and love you and celebrate your life always. Merry christmas to you in Heaven son. Hope tia has found her way to you up there by now.

Love, Mom & Dad

Happy 28th Birthday son, hope in heaven they celebrate them. Would love to be able to watch you eat a Cherry Cake in the kitchen again. We love and miss you and will see you again someday.

Love,
Mom & Dad

Well, son, it has now been 4 years since you left us for a far better place. We miss you each & everyday and love you so much it hurts. We are so proud of you and keep your memory alive. The tears still flow at times but we know you wouldn't want us to cry and be saddened by your passing. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you gave us, your great smile and warm hugs, we will miss you til we get there.

Love you always,
Mom & Dad

To the family and friends of Spc. Daniel W. Winegeart:
Remembering Daniel on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. You were such a precious person. We love you & miss you. Until we meet again in Heaven.
I love you, Boo!
Love,
Aunt Re

We attended last night a memorial service for another fallen soldier. This one from Sour Lake, Tx. He was stationed in Ft. Campbell like you were son. Dad and I had a very hard time but went anyway. The old feelings sprung up as did alot of tears and memories of you. We love you and miss you so very much son. Please keep watching over us and we will meet again by and by.

Zoom, zoom, zoom! You know what I mean Daniel.
Love, Mom and Dad

to the parent's of Sgt. Daniel W Winegeart, I recently orderd a bracelet for a friend of mine who passed away the 18th of oct 2006 in Ar ramadi from Ranger Joe's Army Supply, Well in the mix I some how ended up with your son's name on my bracelet, but I was not dissheartned once I did some research on your outstanding soldier. I just wanted to say thankyou , from a veteran and Army wife a SSG medic currently surving in Iraq. Thankyou for your Sacrifice Soldier.You will continue to inspire me everyday this bracelet never leaves my wrist , Rest in Peace, and Final HOOAH SSG(ret)Leslie Littlefield

Son,

Happy Birthday to you! We love and miss you greatly. We keep you in our prayers and thoughts daily but know that you are happy where you are.

All our love always,
Mom & Dad

Daniel,
Happy Birthday! I know you are in a much better place. We love you & miss you dearly. You were a very special young man. God needed you up there with his other angels to watch over us down here. Just know you will never be forgotten.

Love always & forever,
Aunt RE

God bless you always. We will never forget your smile, your loving heart &
kindness to everyone. What precious memories we have, that help us to get through the tough days without you. I know you were a grown man & a hero in our eyes, but you will always be Aunt Re's little man.
Look forward to the day God calls me home so we can have a wonderful reunion. I love and miss you so much.
Thanks for serving our country & being a very special person in my life.
Love always,
Aunt Re

To the family of Spc. Daniel W. Winegeart:
Daniel gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Forever in our hearts and always in our thoughts. We love and miss you and know you are watching over us.

Mom & Dad

Re: SPC Daniel W Winegeart

Hello,
I represent PRAYER SHAWLS 4 FALLEN SOLDIERS (PS4FS), an organization that since October 2007 has sent over 2,800 prayer shawls to military families who have lost a loved one. We are an organization of over 240 groups from all over the country. We make every effort to reach families even when post cards are returned after they have moved. Would you kindly send me a contact email/address so that we may send a loving hand-made prayer shawl to the family? Thank you!

Cozette Haggerty, Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers
Email: [email protected]
Website Address: http://webpages.charter.net/ps4fs/shawls

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com. If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely,
Kenna

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Daniel, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Two years gone now without you and the pain just doesn't leave us - it recedes - but never totally leaves us. We go on day to day with things that need to be done but the void that your passing left is always there. Dad and I know that you will never read any of these postings but it does help us to post them to you. Could actually feel you here in the house a couple weeks ago, it was a good feeling, like you were just around the corner but couldn't quite see you. Funny how those things happen...We love and miss you so very much...

To the family of Spc. Daniel W. Winegeart:
Daniel gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

"One who is righteous in faith will live!!" you are a hero to your nation, US Army soldiers, and your family. godspeed to your family to move past the sorrow.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Winegeart!

Coming by to pay my respect. I'm one of the ones still wearing the bracelet on my wrist. I'll never forget you bro.

I pray that God continues to conmfort you and to bless your family. John & Vickie Brekel

God, make me brave for life: oh, braver than this.

Let me straighten after pain, as a tree straightens after the rain,
Shining and lovely again.
God, make me brave for life; much braver than this.

As the blown grass lifts, let me rise from sorrow with quiet eyes,

Knowing Thy way is wise.
God, make me brave, life brings
Such blinding things.

Help me to keep my sight;
Help me to see aright

That out of dark comes light.

IT'S VERY HARD TO BELIEVE THAT IT'S BEEN A YEAR ALREADY... YET WHEN I THINK OF DANIEL, THE HAIR ON THE BACK OF MY NECK STANDS AND MY HEART TWISTS JUST AS IF IT WERE FRESH. ON THE OUTSIDE LOOKING IN, IT'S EASY TO SEE HOW MANY LIVES WERE TOUCHED BY HIM, AND HOW AS OTHERS FILTER IN AND OUT OF OUR LIVES, THEY HEAR HIS STORY, AND ARE ALSO TOUCHED. IT'S LIKE HE'S STILL HERE, MEETING NEW PEOPLE WHO WILL NEVER FORGET HIM, IF ONLY BY HEARING ABOUT HOW STRONG, AND FUNNY, AND FRIENDLY AND ENTHUSISTIC DANIEL WAS TOWARDS ANYTHING AND ANYBODY WHO GOT THE PLEASURE OF CROSSING HIS PATH.

DANIEL, WE STILL THINK OF YOU AND MISS YOU AS MUCH AS EVER. WE TALK OF YOU AS IF YOU WERE STILL HERE... BECAUSE IN EVERYONE'S HEARTS, YOU ARE.

A year has passed now and it never gets any easier. As a solider that served with Daniel and now back out here you walk by his old shop and even after a year hope to see his beaming smile once you walk through the door. I know daniel is watching over all of us and I know we will see him again when each of us have full filled our missions here.
To daniels family my heart goes out each day to texas and to you. I can not even begin to imagine the void that remains but know you are never forgotten just as daniel is never forgotten! There was not a soldier that was not touched by daniel in one way or another. His smile, his friendly ways, his ability to make others laugh, or even just a casual hello.... Everyone knew and loved him. We(others and myself) still watch videos and reminisce on the friendship that Daniel gave us all. Never one to judge and never one to try a cold shoulder Daniel is the epitome of a true hero.

As I read all of the enteries on this site, I am once again reminded of the love shared for Daniel. We want all who visit here to know we share our love and sympathies with all of the lost soldiers and their families. We pray for the safe return of all who are still serving their country and for their courage and strength to carry on til the job is done.

Daniel, we love and miss you everyday. There is nothing that will ever fill the void left by your death. You made us so very proud son. Until we meet again in Heaven...

i just wanted to tell everyone thanks for your prayers and all. My family's prayers are with you all also. I can't beleive it has been almost a year already...i miss my brother more than ever but I know that he is watching over each and everyone one of us. I will see you on the other side bubba, i love you.......loving sister

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Winegeart and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

It is still hard to look at that sweet face and know that Daniel is
gone from this earth. He was such a sweet young man. Always polite to me and very respectful. He brought much joy to our community with his funny spirit and friendly ways. His parents have a lot to be proud of. May he spend eternity in the loving arms of our Lord. He will never be forgotten!

Sure do miss you bro. I know that you are looking down at us from the heavens, keeping us safe. Ill see you again in the next life. Peace.

Please accept our condolences in the loss of your loved one.
May God bless you with comfort and peace. Thank you for your sacrifice.


In loving memory of our nephew
Spec Philip Cody Ford
C Co 3rd/509th Geronimos
Ft Richardson AK.
KIA Baghdad 10-Dec-2006
Ron and Kim Baker

As time goes by, those of us who have lost loved ones in the war begin to worry that their sacrifice will be forgotten. May this remind you that Daniel is still thought of, and your family and friends are being prayed for. I'm sure it is such an honor for you all to be able to say that you had the privledge of knowing such a brave and selfless man. He is a hero and we could never thank him enough.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Daniel....The tree you helped us plant has been offically named Daniel's tree. It stands as a reminder of your wonderful personality, and your willingness to help anyone. What Beautiful wings you must have!

Bubba I miss u more than anything in this world and would do anything to have u back, but i know that u r in a better place watching over us all....i love u and u will forever be my little brother n hero...christopher talks of u daily and is so much like u, i hope that one day he will understand what has happen to u..save me a seat bubba i will c you again...love u...

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

I have known Daniel for @ least 17 years, we grew up together and lived next door to each other. Daniel and I were really good freinds, more like brother & sister's. Daniel was a great, loving, silly, crazy, goofy, kind hearted, you name it type person!!! I will truely miss him with all my heart. I want to personality thank EVERYONE that has sent flower's, cards, e-mails and anything else. The Winegeart's greatly appreciate it all from the bottom of their heart.In loving memory May you Rest In Peace Sgt. Daniel Weston Winegeart!!! Love & Miss you always Buddie's Forever Amanda Tatom

Im still in shock..I have been coming here everyday since cammie told me about it..Im just now able to write to you without it tearing me up. Dan, I know you can hear me and you are looking over us all...She loved you very much, still does...I promise to look after her best I can for you! I also wanted to say thanks for keeping me alive all those times you drove and I gunned..You were a good teamate and a better friend. Hope to see you again someday bro!

I want to offer my deepest condolences to the Daniel's family. I can't find the words to express how I feel, I felt my heart sink when I saw his name on the Army Times. I still remember when I enlisted him in the Army. I hope God comforts his family. signed SFC Jorge Gonzalez Jr. NSDQ

I am sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Winegeart family.
My husband is from Kountze and we are currently stationed overseas with the Armed Forces.
Thank you for your sacrifice.

Rest in Peace, Daniel. You will not be forgotten, I promise.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Winegeart family in the loss of Daniel. I did not know Daniel, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Daniel you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

I would like to express my/our sincere appreciation and sympathy to the entire Winegeart family. I had the opportunity to watch Daniel grow from a young agreesive 6th grade student/athlete into a fine young man. He was very well liked and had excellent manners ( a tribute to his upbringing and parents) He had such an infectious smile and attitude that you just knew one day he would make it big. He had such a string dedication and belief in family and values. His contributions to his country and service are to be commended. As it has been said "all gave some and some gave all" Daniel was a excellent example of dedication and perseverance. The fine outpouring of love and patriotism the community bestowed on the family and Daniel was overpowering.
As I was leaving the graveside I remarked to the 2 Generals that were there ( a major general and a 4 STAR.) "That it was a great acknowledgement to the family to have these 2 folks in our community paying tribute to the great hometown hero. There answers were that it was the least they could do to acknowledege and pay tribute to a fine patroit such as Daniel. He exemplified the a brave soldier as he put himself in harms way for us to live in this country and enjoy the freedoms that are affored us each and evryday. GOD BLESS US ALL

I believe I worked with Daniel's mother a long, long time ago in Bmt. and my boys went to school with him. My son, Zachary Lopez died almost 8 years ago and I wanted to say that I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I share the pain of loss as anyone who has lost a child does. I can't say anything that will make this heartache go away, but know that we are proud of your son's service and sacrifice defending the freedoms of the United States.

Thank you for being a good friend to my litle brother in irak you will never be forgaten GOD BLESS YOU!!

Man I still cant beleave this happend im still in shock every time i go to our room after work I can just see you playing Xbox,We bacame such good friends in the past three months we did everything together,I still remember when you called your sister that Sunday and told her to three way you to your parents after you where done I told you Hey why are you gettin all emotional for were gonna be home soon! But you looked at me with that little grin and said I know, I think you kind of knew that you where going to leave and just wanted to say good bye well i really miss you and I promisse im gonna go and say good bye to you one last time im sorry i couldnt go say good bye but i will when I get back home to the states where gonna miss you here in your shop! I dont have to tell anyone how good of a soldier,friend and man you where because everyone knows I will see you someday till then you will never be forgotten!

I just wanted to tell the family that I will be praying for them. Daniel was a good friend of mine and I will never forget him. He was always there to lend a shoulder to cry on or just there to cheer you up. I will miss him deeply.

What is it about Daniel that makes people smile when you mention his name? Was it his big smile, and his zest for life? I remember Daniel from his days at Kountze Middle School, and also at Brookshire Bros. I think Daniel would have been pleased to see the love and support given to his family. It was so heartwarming to see those in attendance Tuesday night when "Our Soldier Has Come Home," was spoken. Daniel lived about one-half mile from my parents in Honey Island, so I am very familiar with the beautiful outdoors that he so loved. We now have a special hero to watch over Daniel's beloved Big Thicket.

Our prayers are with each one of you at this time of sadness and loss.

My condolences to the Winegeart family. Daniel was a special boy that we watched grow into a fine man. The last time I saw him he was here at the High School, I hugged him and told him to take care. I wanted to tell you know I am so proud of him wanting to serve his country. You raised a fine young man and our community has been blessed having him being a part of it. My prayers are with your family. Psalms 120:1 In my distress I cried unto the Lord, and he heard me.

My heart and prayers go out to the Winegeart family. May God give you peace and understanding during this time of grief. Take comfort in knowing that Daniel is a hero and will always be remembered.

I will always remember his sweet smile. He was a very sweet little boy and I watched as he grew into a very sweet young man. I was his third grade teacher and have many fond memories of him.

I only knew Daniel from his days at Brookshire's, but I've heard so much these last few days that I wish I had really known him. I feel so proud of his service to our country, and so mournful for the family who will forever miss him. May God bring you peace and comfort through these days that only He can get you through.

Although I knew Daniel as he progressed throughout his school years, my fondest memories of him are from his elementary years. I remember him as a blond, curly headed, fun-loving boy who possessed a love of life and enjoyed many friends. Now, as I serve Kountze ISD as Superintendent, I must express how proud our school is of Daniel and his many accomplishments in the service. On behalf of our school district, I offer our sincerest condolences and prayers for the Winegeart family. May God bless you in the days to come.

Daniel 10:10-12

He is a good child, art student, and bus rider.

My prayers are with you in this time of sadness and loss. I will always remember Daniel's warm smile and wittiness as he strolled down the halls of Kountze Middle School years ago. I love you Laura and Winegeart family. God Bless You. Mrs. Thomas

Words can not express my condolences at this time. Just wanted to let Laura and the Winegeart family know that they are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Young

As Principal of Kountze High School where Daniel graduated in 2002, I felt it was important to express to the family the deepest sympathies of every member of KHS, and to let them know that he was truly loved by all! Daniel was a wonderful young man, very well liked at school, and an inspiration to the many who knew him. His smile was contageous, and his compassion for others reached well beyond the parameters of the high school campus. As a fun-loving student, Daniel grew to be a man admired for his dedication to his country and those he served. He will be sweetly remembered for the many visits back to the campus between deployments, and especially his final visit which was the week prior to his last deployment. He would speak often in high regard for his sister, Laura, who is currently a junior. He would brag about her riding his motorcycle and her love for his jeep! He was such fun! He will always be lovingly remembered by the students, faculty, and staff of Kountze High School, and will be remembered in the hearts of those who knew him. God Bless Daniel, God Bless his family, and God Bless America!

Daniel, I don't know you well enough to call you "Dan". I never got to know you on a day to day. I'm sorry to have heard that we lost you. Sometimes I think the people around me are invincible. I'm sorry for not knowing you but I'm glad to have met you. I offer my heartfelt condolences to your family and I pray that you are in peace. God Bless you!

I keep thinking of the last time we saw you, trying to remember the last words we shared. I wish I'd said something more significant, something to let you know how much we valued your friendship along with your enthusiastic patriotism. Your infectuous smile warmed our hearts, just as the memory of you does now. We will miss you forever!

Dan you will be missed. You were more than a fellow soldier more like a brother and part of our extended family. My sympathies go out to the Winegeart family. We knew how much he loved you and knew that you were all very proud of him. He will not be forgotten

Hi Baby....

I miss you more than words right now and I know you are with God and in a better place but it doesn't end my hurt for you. I miss cuddling up and watching tripping the rift and talking about all the stupid things we had done in our lifes. Thank you for inspiring me to draw again and I am glad you found peace with God baby. Thank you for listening to my fears without talking me down and always supporting my dreams. I remember the way it felt to have that kiss at the end of the work day and know there was no place in the world I would have rather been....
I know I will see you again and we will make our camping trip baby... Till GOD brings me back to you... I love you Daniel and I miss you everyday!

Dan will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. We will be always grateful for the sacrifice that your Soldier, Daniel, made. God bless you and your family with comfort and peace. We will not forget.

My condolences to the Winegeart family, Daniel, may you rest in peace. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.

"And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand."

Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)

Rest in peace and may the joy of paradise be yours.