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April 18, 2011
HI DAN,
Well, you now have Mom there to comfort you. Take good care of her until we all get there. Love you! God bless!
Dave
Dan loved being a kid whenever he could with his boys... always looking for any opportunity for fun and a quick laugh wherever they were!
May 30, 2009
May 30, 2009
In Tribute to your Memory Dan, (which is of course, embroidered in each of our hearts for life) I would like to share the following work of an 'Author Unknown'.
The author's poetic words clearly know of our outcry (which is particularly louder on special days like your birthday) about how we miss you.
I am certain you will agree Darlin' that these are words with more meaning then just poetry...
If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane
We would walk right up to Heaven
And bring you back again
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
And only God knows why
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow
What it meant to lose you
No one will ever know
But know we know you want us
To mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
Life still has much in store
Since you’ll never be forgotten
We pledge to you today
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you’ll always stay
Author Unknown
Remembering your birthday ...
Our broken hearts miss you and continue to seek healing as we celebrate your life that you so generously shared with all of us!
...
We Miss You So Very Much!
Barb
Daniel & Rebekah
Jonathan & Hannah
Colton & Wyatt
Barb
February 19, 2009
Wow!
I am not so sure I am liking this new look... (Trying to get used to it) Guess it will go along like all changes go along for me - (fairly slow!) - how'bout you? You like it? (sure you do! It's blue!)
(There I go again, talking to you - it's just second nature for me - talking to you.
We Miss You, Every Day; and every day is a new day for muddling and sorting through how to make this work peacefully together and individually, (which finally seems to be going in a positive direction - for all).
As Always ...Forever Yours,
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Dave Hase
September 8, 2008
Dan, We all still miss you more than anyone knows. Your family,
Mom, Dave, Donnie, Rae and Nancy. Love ya!!
Barbara and Daniel, Rebekah, Jonathan and Hannah
May 30, 2008
A few photos have been added to the Photo Album to this Guest Book about the Ride held in honor and Missing of Dan...
Anyone who wants to view all of the 113 photos that were taken from the 1st Annual Dan Hase Memorial Ride [ held this past Saturday, on May 24th, 2008 ] can view them on this web page =
http://starpowersports.com/ride
and then click on the Photos link
Everyone received one of these stickers (many thanks to Barb Guy)!
Your Loving Wife, Barb
May 30, 2008
May 30th ...
Today would be your 55th birthday - Happy Birthday Baby!
The other day I came across three different items (three different times, all in the same day! - don't think that wasn't weird! It was!)
-Anyway -
each of the items had been a birthday gift from me to you.
Ya'know, I think you would have finally got that small travel floor jack you been wanting to replace (probably for last year's birthday - certainly for this year)!
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Remember? The last time I tried to buy that for you? (It was for your 53rd birthday)
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...
55
You would still be looking damn good for 55!
...
It's been such a tough month to get through, but here we are, just one day to go and it's over (for this year).
...
The Memorial Ride ?
Oh man! you would have had such a good time, Darling!
I am sure you have been to the web site and seen all the photos already - but - I will post (here) a few of the many photos that were taken on that day.
It was a great day weather wise for riding!
Jonathan started the lead of the parade, Daniel picked up the lead after the second stop and Kevin took the lead for the last leg which was so awesome winding through the Wisconsin!
You would have LOVED it!
I felt you along side of me the entire way!
Nothing went wrong, there were no 'almost' oops' that happened either - I rode strong all day and that was because you were right there at my side!
I could not possibly have felt more confident (even if you were physically there with me)!
\:':/
God! how we have all been robbed!
\:':/
Love & Miss You Dan! (so-o-o Much)
Once more, Until WE Are Together Again .............
It was a good turn out
May 30, 2008
There we go - We're off!
May 30, 2008
May 24th - here's part of the bikes parked before taking off
Your Loving Wife, Barb
May 30, 2008
Tammy Salisbury
May 12, 2008
Dan,
I can't believe it has already been a year since you've left so many. I too think of all the fun times and the hard times we went thru. We did have a love/hate relationship but it always ended well. We miss your smile and blue eyes. Keep looking in on Barb, I think she still really needs that. Keep the boys and their families close to your heart too.
Oh, BTW I was singin the "Pickle" song yesterday and thought of you. Also, I can never hear Stevie Ray Vaughan without thinking of you and Barb and the many times on Cloud Drive. NEVER! Til we meet again.
Larry and Denise Lamont
May 9, 2008
Dan and Family,
We think of you all the time, even moreso today. We have so many great memories and will always look back on them with a warm smile as "the good old days."
Friends Always,
Bill, Ivan, Otis, T-Fish, Gonzo
May 4, 2008
Well Dad we have decided to do a Memorial Ride for you. May 24th Daniel and I will be escorting friends and family to Eureka. I know you will not be there phisically, but maybe enough to show your presence. I just have no other place to talk to you this is it. Everyone can see what we are going through. Some don't understand some do, man I wish you there in Vegas...We had a good time, it would have something you would have enjoyed! Very untraditional and based around being free and having fun! Friends have came and gone since last May...I can just feel your presence sometimes though. The shop is creepy sometimes, I am trained not believe that stuff but I dunno it scares me sometimes. Daniel and I rode for a guy we knew today. Bucky died 3 months to the day after you did. A young 19 y.o. with so much potential was robbed as you were. I question these motives by what some people call god others call fait some call science. Either way you will be with us on the 24th I am certain of that. Here is the info incase you haven't heard. www.starpowersports.com/ride
We love and miss you
Jonathan and Hannah Banks
Mack Backlund
April 20, 2008
Sincere condolences to all family and friends from ABATE of Minnesota. Please know I will help in any way Barb wants me to. I have written a strongly worded letter to the prosecutor and have asked legislative and judicial friends to help also.
In sympathy,
Mack Backlund
State Coordinator
ABATE of Minnesota
Paul Snyder
April 1, 2008
I was with the boys and thier friends Saturday for Jonathans stag party. We all kept saying how we thought you would have enjoyed the time that we spent at the paint ball place. You are very missed but I know you are watching over the boys and Barb when they are thinking alot about you while they are getting ready to celebrate your Sons and Hannahs wedding.There isnt a day that goes by and I dont think about you my brother.You are dearly missed my friend Love you always.
Helen Hase
December 11, 2007
To the family of Daniel Hase, first of all my deepest sympathy for your great loss and grief. I lost my beloved son 20yrs old, on Feb 06' and it is a real heartache. I noticed this obituary from being on Google with my name, which is Helen Hase, and so is my mother named Helen Hase. I wondered if we were any relation.
roger nordeen
October 9, 2007
barbi;
i have tried to post before but... i heard the news that day. i was with steve j over at john p and he told us. hang in there gal. i suppose you do not remember when we jammed into your '67 or so mustang with julie, the anderson girl and headed north from the alley between jefferson and madison. we let julie off in mcgrath and not soon after the anderson girl. we soon hit mcgreagor. it was you that introduced me to my first wife and the most beautiful and gracious girl on this planet. your dad was taken way before his time and your mother too. memories are what they will be. let the tears flow not cold, but warm.
Cody Boy Hase ... Born approx: Late Fall of 1993 - Died: Sept 27th, 2007
a note from Barb
September 27, 2007
Dear Loved Ones,
It is with deep regret I must inform you of our 13 years with our Samoyed, Cody came to an end this morning when Cody took his last breath between 7 and 8 AM.
His last 24 hours were a bit odd - no warning - after a long walk out to the shop in the late afternoon, he just couldn't get his stamina back and he then collapsed into a restful state for the next 13 hours. I am very surprised how quickly it all came about and ended.
Cody was a "rescue" from the Minneapolis Humane Society in July 1994.
He was estimated to being about 6 to 9 months old at the time.
He was found in a nearby neighborhood trying to survive by going through as many garbage cans as possible.
At first sight, Jonathan and I fell in love with him and it took some coaxing (from us) for Dan to see past how scruffy Cody was - And, oh my! - he definitely was scruffy looking ... he was matted to the bone over 75% of his body.
Cody liked all of us immediately and even though he came home as a family dog it wasn't long before it was clear he and Dan were best friends - but - that didn't stop him from taking runs out of the yard whenever he became inspired! It seems we spent his first year at our house chasing him as much as we fed him! It was good when that came to an end!
Cody began travelling with Dan soon after taking up homestead with us... back then, Dan's job at Sid Harvey's was done out of a blue "smurf" cargo van making weekly contact stops with hundreds of HVAC service shops, and contractors. Nearly everyone back at Dan's St. Paul office knew Dan had a co-captain riding with him most of the work days (except for the boss, but eventually she feel in line to liking Cody just as much as the guys did and decided to look the other way - rather then order Cody to staying home).
After Dan stop travelling Cody just tagged along with Dan & I on most every ride we ever took - short and long trips or overnight visits, it didn't matter - Cody always came along.
It was nearly two years afater having and loving Cody that he was introduced to Kyla and they immediately became great pals for the next 11 years... until this past May when Kyla gave up her fight to live (only 3 weeks after Dan's accident).
Cody was such a wonderful friend to all of us, but he especially has been looking out for me -
We know how he made an extra effort to sticking around to help me get through these past 4 months.
Cody had been seriously ill earlier in the year from the poisonous pet food and it seemed he also had some internal issues that would eventually take his life...
But!
He held it together just long enough to knowing that I could handle another good-bye... And so this empty loneliness will grow some more.
All our family loved him so dearly! He was so playful and gentle and quick to make you smile with a kiss for every petting hand presented - he will always be dearly missed.
So long to Our dearest friend, Cody! Yes, we have great solace in knowing you are back with your Daddy and your best friend, Kyla!
and... So, until we meet again ol' friend. We love you and miss you forever.
Paul Snyder
September 10, 2007
Yesterday we were at dans grandson birthday party.All i could think of is dans glowing face when he was at partys for his grandson.My friend you are still very well missed and it is such a joy to be able to go to these function with your beautiful family.we hope we are always included in these partys.
Rebekah Banks
August 28, 2007
Dan,
It has been a week today that your new grandson was born. I have thought about you every day, but the deep sorrow did not hit until today. I should have been doing this a week ago, but I wanted to let you know that Wyatt Avery Banks was born on August 21, 2007. He will never meet you, but he will know you because those around him will make sure that he does. Still, I am deeply saddened that you are not able to hold him in your arms. I am sad that we will never have pictures of you holding him and glowing the way you did on Colton's birthday. Please watch over both boys and keep them safe. All my love,
Rebekah
gordy campbell
July 17, 2007
Barb, It was great talking with you the other day and I am so sorry for your loss..Dan was a wonderful person and will be missed by many people..Remember you have many friends also..
Regards, Gordo
May 19, 1994
Barbara
July 12, 2007
For All Our Friends & Family, this is for each of you.
I received this writing (which follows below) in an email message today ...
As I began to read through it - it occurred to me that I had read it once (a long while ago) and that I may not be able to handle what I thought the the end of what the story was to be...
but, I did handle it OK and now I am going to share it with you.
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Here's the story... It's titled:
"Just a Biker"
I saw you; hug your purse closer to you in the grocery store line.
You didn't see me; put an extra $10.00 in the collection plate last Sunday.
I saw you; pull your child closer when we passed each other on the sidewalk.
You didn't see me; playing Santa at the local mall.
I saw you; change your mind about going into the restaurant.
You didn't see me; attending a meeting to raise more money for the hurricane relief.
I saw you; roll up your window and shake your head when I rode by.
You didn't see me; driving behind you when you flicked your cigarette butt out the car window.
I saw you; frown at me when I smiled at your children.
You didn't see me; when I took time off from work to run toys to the homeless.
I saw you; stare at my long hair.
You didn't see me; and my friends cut ten inches off for Locks of Love.
I saw you; roll your eyes at our leather coats and gloves.
You didn't see me; and my brothers donate our old coats and gloves to those that had none.
I saw you; look in fright at my tattoos.
You didn't see me; cry as my children were born and having their name tattooed on my skin and in my heart.
I saw you; change lanes while rushing off to go somewhere.
You didn't see me; going home to be with my family.
I saw you; complain about how loud and noisy our bikes can be.
You didn't see me; when you were changing the CD and drifted into my lane.
I saw you; yelling at your kids in the car.
You didn't see me; pat my child's hands knowing he was safe behind me.
I saw you; reading the newspaper or map as you drove down the road.
You didn't see me; squeeze my wife's leg when she told me to take the next turn.
I saw you; race down the road in the rain.
You didn't see me; get soaked to the skin so my son could have the car to go on his date.
I saw you; run the yellow light just to save a few minutes of time.
You didn't see me; trying to turn right.
I saw you; cut me off because you needed to be in the lane I was in.
You didn't see me; leave the road.
I saw you; waiting impatiently for my friends to pass.
You didn't see me; I wasn't there.
I saw you go home to your family.
You didn't see me, because I died that day you cut me off.
To you I was just a biker, not a person with a family and many dear friends. You didn't see me; and now they will never see me again.
PLEASE PASS THIS ON FOR YOUR FRIENDS WHO RIDE OR HAD SOMEONE WHO MAY HAVE DIED WHILE RIDING A MOTORCYCLE.
Also for those who feel the same way as above about the biker ... Pass this on ... Let's help make people aware!!
__________________________________
PLEASE WATCH OUT
FOR MOTORCYCLES,
THEY ARE EVERYWHERE!
IT MAY SAVE A LIFE ONE DAY,
AND THAT LIFE MAY BE MINE!!
__________________________________
That's it, in its entirety.
It's a little unnerving at first read, but - I thought it out carefully and decided this guestbook was a great place to mention the story for all to read and remember.
Enough is Enough!
START SEEING MOTORCYCLISTS!
Love To All,
Your Loving Wife ........ until You and I are together again
July 10, 2007
My Love,
With the passing of month two, I fretted what I might do with myself (emotionally, mentally) as the date approached.
I thought for a minute or two, that maybe I should brace myself.
Then, I thought for another minute or two, that I should reherse how the day would go so that I could be better prepared; but, mostly I wondered if I would be re-visiting every burned in moment of memory I had about May 9th, 2007 or not... would I be able to?? It certainly was not what I wanted to do; but I couldn't help to wonder if this would be a good thing to do (forcing myself to remember every explicit detail - what if I forgot a detail or two?)
I would have much rathered figured out how to bury my head somewhere dark and cold - yet - somehow I knew that no matter how the day unfolded, the next day would come and still you would be gone ... just another empty day is all it would be - just another day - How simple it was for one more day to be added to my calendar.
Tragedies like this one sure do teach you a lot about time.
How fast it goes, how slow it moves, how little of it you have, how short it is, how long it is and even how it can get stolen from you, how you cannot EVER make any of it up - so what good is it? It's certainly good for history, but it's not a bit good for me.
So why does it even matter about me? When was this notch of time ever about me? If they can give it and they can take it away - it shouldn't matter, should it? Is it a test? It's sure silly to ponder on about time, especially when that is all I have now, is time.
When do you suppose I will know if time really heals?
Will I heal?
Everyone who does not have a single clue about how I feel, is sure to tell me that time will heal - so - how is it, that they know?
If I feel like this at two months, will I feel different at three months?
Common sense and (of course) all of those who know me better then I know me, tell me I will.
One day at a time.
One hour at a time.
One minute at a time.
One step at a time.
Everything is all about time.
On July 9th - I woke up in our bed the same as I have had over these past 60 odd days - nothing's changed since you left... nothing, not even time. [well -there's definitely more dust I would have to say, but not much else has changed].
I wasn't all that convinced I could or even if I should get up; so I slept a while longer and woke again and once more (when I woke again) decided to sleep awhile longer. I couldn't believe it when I seen the next awakening time - I panicked for a moment that I might have missed the day all together as it just seemed to me that it was already a different morning, this time.
It was indeed a different day because somehow I felt a bit more alert, not so confused [this time] and I was hungry too - and I haven't been in a long time!
As I got on with my day, it suddenly occured to me to verify the date and as I came to know what day it was, I immediately decided I was required to pay some kind of hommage or something - or else it just wouldn't be right to get on with my day!
HOw could I get on with my day?
Wasn't time suppose to stand still when you felt this kind of pain?
But I just could not figure out what the best action would be for me to take as my head swelled with turmoil -so what was I to do?
It was about then....
that I began to feel this hand on my shoulder and felt my heartache settled down just a little lower then it was a moment ago and somehow I just knew I wasn't alone and I wasn't going to go through this day alone - that for a time being - I would be OK (for now, this one time).
In the afternoon, I sat down at your desk to start working and suddenly everything began to annoy me. I kept looking over my shoulder to ask you for your help with a part question and (of course) no one was there, and no answer would come my way. Aggrevation and irritation began to build ... frustration set in as I knew I would have to make two phone calls and I felt so badly that once again, I would have to ask the boys for their help while they struggled to get through a day - just one day - just one time - without a reminder - without a problem, just one day - and it all happens this way - everyday, because I can't ask you) and so, I cried.
I am so surprised how tears can wash away almost everything you feel, if you cry long enough.
When Gordo called today, ( I know you sent that call to me today, didn't you!) it sounded so weird as those words just rolled off my lips ... as I heard myself saying: "Oh dear, you don't know yet, do you - Gordo?" "Dan was killed - OMG! it's two months ago today."
I didn't know if the tears were swelling in my throat because I had forgotten for a few hours what day it was or that I suddenly found myself re-living all the phone calls I had on that very next day and that Gordo somehow did not get a call from us! I remember being embarassed. I remember saying amny times how I didn't call him and I should have. I apologized to him over and over and told him how I repeatedly said I needed to get ahold of him and felt so bad how I failed.
He was in shock. They always are.
He told me of your last conversation just a few months ago and how he was suppose to bring by his sled here for service and how he wished he had - but there just wasn't any snow to get excited about so he let it go.
I know the two of you would have BS'ed for hours and hours whenever he would have made the trip from there to here. Oh My Goodness, how far a trip it would have to be, too!
Geez, I always knew how much all of the people in your life trusted you so much and gladly would take the extra steps in order to have you work on their toys - but when you started this new business - it never stopped amazing me the distance people would go to see you, to have your hands do the job, to trust you!
I trusted you.
I believed you.
and now, I am scared... I am so scared without you.
When sundown came upon the horizon, I began to remember that horrible night two months ago.
I didn't plan for that to happen - it just did.
Like it does so many nights, it always begins with me wondering why you were taking so long [?] why you weren 't back yet [?] worrying whether your bike might have broke down and that you were having to push her home ... and how upset you'd be and how I decided to get dressed to go look for you ... and how I was interrupted by the knock at the door.
And, then, how come I didn't know that stranger's voice calling out my name and how come that voice knew my name?
How my knees went weak.
How it suddenly was so dark I didn't and couldn't find my way in my own home.
So many things ran through my head in a split second as I made my way to the front door - but - NEVER - not once, did I come close to knowing you were gone - that you had been lying upon that roadway and still were - all this time. All alone.
What if I had made it out the door just a few minutes ahead of those people arriving at our door?
Would it have changed time?
Would I have any easier time understanding how come this has happened to us?
I should have went looking for you.
I should have said to you, before you left, to wait for me, and I would come with you, if only I had, you would have drove the truck and you'd still be here with me. And it wouldn't be 22 days, because we'd still be smiling and still be counting!
Sometimes my memories get all jumbled up and I fear I am losing you and I laugh because of the irony .... geez, haven't I already lost you?
- but -
just as quickly as that happens it also happens that a day comes along and everything is crystal sharp.
It has somethiing to do with time.
Is that why it still feels like there is just nothing left?
It's so scary without you.
There is no future to look to.
There is no love.
There is nothing, without you.
I beat myself up so many times over and over for not being better prepared! I should have went looking for you. I should have raced to your arms before you walked out that door!
How does any of us ever know that it will be the Last Kiss or the last "I Love You" said to one another
Once more ... I say
It's what I say everyday ...
I miss you.
I miss what we had,
I miss what we built,
I miss what we loved and how we loved,
I miss what we dreaded and Oh dear God, how we recovered!
And how we loved one another so deeply.
How did this happen?
Why did this happen?
Can't we please have just ONE do-over?
Gosh, would I love to hear your voice say those stupid words, just one more time!
Please let the time pass quickly, for me and my love.
.
.
.
^
Cindy Beam/Peasley
June 21, 2007
Barb,
There hasn't been a day that I haven't thought about you and your family since I heard this terrible news. I remember when we were younger and lived only blocks from one another. I can still remember having sleep overs at your house. You me and Sue making silly phone calls to people we didn't know. Life was so different then.
You know I only live 5 houses away from your old home on Main St.
When I seen you agian at my 20 year reunion you were with Dan. What a surprise to see 2 people that I loved hanging out with in my younger days were now a "Couple". You know as you get older and think about school. There are always a few people that stay clear in you mind. Dan was one of those people to me. He had the best smile that a person could ever have. He was always so kind and caring.
I use to hang with Dan and his brother Dave. We hung out on the corner of 37th and Van Buren. Didn't do much but hang out and have lots of fun. (doing nothing). Kids now days would never understand that kind of fun. We couldn't wait to get home from school so we could get to "the corner". What fun days they were!
I have read every entry in the guestbook. While most of the letters brought tears to my eyes. I did find a laugh or two surface while reading some of the comments. Sure sounde like Dan didn't like pickles! Also from all the comments I caught that Dan was heck of a man and loved by so many.
When the sun shines on your face.It is Dan brightening your moment!
(Class of 71")
Kyla [March 15, 1993 - May 30, 2007] .......... Louie [April 1, 1994 - October 20, 2002]
June 16, 2007
Rick & Susan Bricker
June 15, 2007
Barbara,Daniel,Rebecca,Colton,
Jonathan & Hannah,
A day does not go by with out us thinking of you.
You have been in our thoughts & prayers everyday, since Dan's accident.
We will continue to pray for Healing of your broken hearts.
With our Love,
Rick & Susan Bricker
Joe & Laura Dickson
June 14, 2007
Barb, Daniel/Bek, Jonathan/Hannah:
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Dan could be quite the character (we learned that at the service). We are certain you will miss him terribly. Be assured that our thoughts/prayers will be with you. We trust you will find Peace in the storm. Hugs to all of you.
Rea Ferraro
June 12, 2007
Dan, my dear brother,
I can't believe that a month has gone by already. I miss you so very much. Thank you for all of the love we shared. Thank you for all of the good times. Thank you for always being there for me. I'm sorry my little brother that I wasn't there for you, to protect you and save you. The memories that I have of you and our family, growing up together, I will treasure always. And the memories that I have of you, Barb,Daniel and Jonathon and our family get togethers since we have all made our own families, I will always remember. I wish so much that I could have been there one more time to protect you and take care of you as I did when we were young. You were a wonderful little brother, Dan. I will love you and miss you forever and ever. I know that you and Dad are now together. But I miss you so much. I didn't get to say good-bye to you. I'm sorry. I am so sorry for the fear and pain you must have had. My little brother, Dan. I was so proud of you. Did I ever tell you that? I'm sorry if I didn't. I was so very proud of your accomplishments with your custom cars, your beautiful custom motorcycles, your awards at hillclimbing and most of all for being a wonderful brother, son, husband, father and grandfather. If I never told you, I am sorry. I am sorry that I didn't before you were taken from us. I will miss you and love you forever and ever, my little brother. The family will just not be the same without you with us. My heart is aching for you. I didn't get to say good-bye. I love you. Rea
Kathy Williams
June 12, 2007
I still have a hard time believing that Dan is really gone, I try everyday to help out in the smallest ways even if it is a phone call to say hello. When I am at the house I still catch myself waiting for Dan to walk up and say “hey don’t do that - Let me show you”! He was good for showing everyone how anything should be done. Trying to be helpful and loving yet, working through his compulsive behaviors, I’ll miss chopping wood and grilling out waiting for Dan to complain that we actually want to eat pickles and keep those away from my food (plate)! Gee it is crazy the things we remember!
I want so bad to help heal the wounds and sorrows from loss for Barb – Daniel – Rebecca – Jonathan – Hannah and all that are feeling the loss and sadness in your hearts. This too shall pass just remember the good times – Let me know if I can help in any way! Love to you all, Kathy
Deb Benson
June 11, 2007
Barb and family,
I just heard tonight about Dan. I've had tears in my eyes ever since. I can see his smiley fun face and wish that it simply wasn't true. I am so very deeply sorry that you and your family are suffering such pain. I can't even imagine how much you miss him. Dan touched a lot of people in his life, including me and my family too. I don't know to express how bad I feel for all of you in just this writing, but just know that my heart goes out to all of you. My son Jon is stunned and feels really bad as well. You all know how much fun Jon had with Dan and all you guys -- you were a big part of our lives. This is all just so sad, I'm so sorry.
Debbie Benson
Dan, Laurie and kids Carmichael
June 11, 2007
Barb, Daniel, Bekah, Colton, Jonathan and Hannah,
We were very shocked and saddened by the news of Dan's accident. I am sure this has been a difficult time for all of you. You have been in our prayers and we will continue praying for you.
Jonathan Banks
June 10, 2007
Hello Dad,
Its been a month now, I was at a wedding tonight. I had the hardest time thinking about how your not going to be there for Hannah and I! I miss you so much and wish you still here!
You'll have no idea how much you made me the man I am today! I am listening to Jerry Jeff Walker writing this to you! I miss the Wolverton Mountain and you! I think about you night and day.
Tears stream down my face as I write this, Dan I never thought you'd leave me so soon! Gosh if I could only tell you one more time, "Thank you for molding me" I wouldn't want to be any other way!
I do everything these days in light of how you would do them. I am almost think about giving up pickles just to show others that those things are nasty! I love you so much dad and wish you were here!
Love Your Son,
Jonathan!
L to R: Kyla & Cody (Kyla 03-13-2003 / 05-30-2007)
Your Loving Wife Barbara
June 9, 2007
When 4 weeks arrived and then passed I struggled with lots of emotion. Our boys were nearby and my heart only skipped every third beat that day ---- But now, today ---- it's now a calendar month which is passing and still (whenever) I enter the garage, and I see your truck, my heart jumps for joy (that you ARE home) and then suddenly reality slaps me fast and hard.
I met one of our neighbors today.
Somehow most all of our neighbors know about your accident, hon ...
He is also called Dan.
- Nice fellow - He said something so coOl :
He said:
"I didn't even know the guy, but I felt like I did!" (He said that because he always had a bird's eye view of the shop and knew so much about you and didn't even know you!) My heart skipped a beat as he reviewed what a typical day/evening was to watch you at work or play!
Stay close my love - pay close attention to our boys, their hearts are so broken. I miss you so dearly, and even so - I am trying to find the strength (every day) to get through this ( it's like such a blur) but I know somehow it will happen. It always does.
Until we are in each others arms again ...
~~ With All My Love ~~
Tammy Salisbury
May 31, 2007
Dan, We had a wonderful time celebrating your 54th birthday yesterday. Wish you were there, or were you? Loved how you announced your presence with the loudest, ding-dang thunder and closest lightening I and probably others ever experienced. I know you must be freakin out that we are using your toys and abusing your track, but we just wanted to show you that we can party in the "Dan way". Miss you man!
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Bill Bune
May 29, 2007
Goodby Dan, I sure going to miss you.
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May 2005
Barb ... Dan's Wife
May 28, 2007
My Dearest ...
Who could ever know that day was to be our last morning we wake up together and greet one another with that special kiss and that it was about to be your last day on earth with me; that that was your last lunch "time" with me; that that would be your last "I'll be right back" comment that you would ever say to me again ...........
How could you have known it would be just a few minutes later and you would be gone (forever)?
Man, I sure didn't.
I know you didn't either ... or else we would have spent those last few moments together in such a different way!
Oh Dan! GAWD! I Miss you!
Everyday that I am forced to realize that this is not a dream, that I do need to realize that you are gone and never coming home again, is another day that I don't want to believe this is happening!
God!!! Dan!!! I miss You ... so much. Please send your smell back to me, I search and search for you throughout our house and cannot find your scent - is it the denial? Please help me, please guide me through this; please help me to understand!
We are readying ourselves to celebrating your birthday in two days. This might just be the largest turnout (ever) for your birthday party and I know you will be here with all of us as we all try to have a good time.
I miss you ... Our Boys miss you ... Colton misses you and the dogs miss you so much! Kyla is in a massive depression and Cody sleeps on your clothes - Wolfman is wanting for someone to holler at him, he misses you too.
Sometimes it is more than we can stand and this is only the beginning of how we miss you so
cassie dickson
May 26, 2007
Daniel, Bek, Colton, Jonathan, Hannah and Auntie Barb...
I am still in shock over the tragedy that has occured at your expense. Neither do I have any words to offer that will take away the pain you feel, But please know Dan was special to Jon and Ava and I and I am greatly saddened by the fact that my children will not know the wonderful guy that I did. My prayers are always with you, love cassie
Ralph Sharp
May 24, 2007
What a great tribute to Dan and his favorite pastime. Always remember him at his best.
With regards.
Singing Happy Birthday to Dan ...
Dan's Family
May 22, 2007
To whomever Our Friend is that has sponsored Dan's online guestbook to being a permanent presence for all to enjoy for a very long time to come --- THANK YOU so very much!
Your sponsorship provides for anyone who wants to submit and upload any amount of photos to Dan's guestbook photo album at no cost to anyone! Again! Thank You!
Dan's family greatly appreciates your generous gift to all of us who love and miss Dan so dearly.
Bb
Dan: all ready to make his 1986 National AMA Championship ride on Bay City's hill
May 22, 2007
Dan's custom built Triumph
May 22, 2007
Dan: showing his boys how it's done...
May 22, 2007
It was a great day of riding - can't you tell!
May 22, 2007
Kay Maloy
May 21, 2007
Dan,
So sorry to hear of your dad's sudden death. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Kay
Dana Karjalahti
May 20, 2007
Barb,
I heard of your loss and feel sympathy for you and your family. Dan's spirit will always be watching over you. May the happy memories of your life together comfort you in the days ahead.
Jim Kruse
May 17, 2007
Dear Hase Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. I just was told about his passing this morning. There will never be another Dan...may his passion for life always be remembered & celebrated.
Larry and Denise Lamont
May 16, 2007
Dan, Barb, Daniel and Jonathan,
We will always cherish the many memories we have of all the things we did together. From the hill climbs, motocross/sled races, grass drags/swap meets, blues concerts/festivals, to hanging out at your house having fun on the track, Barb’s mini golf course, and Halloween full moon parties, and so many more good times; it’s a time in our lives we will always remember.
Let us know if there’s anything we can do to help at any time.
We’ll miss you, Dan.
Paul Snyder
May 16, 2007
Barb,Daniel,Jonathan,Beca,Hanah and Colton ~ You guys know how much Dan meant to me.He was more to me than a friend he was like a brother.There are no words that can say how sorry i am for your loss but you know i will be there for each one of you and do anything i can to ease you pain He will always be in my heart forever and i will never let anybody i know forget him.I am working on writing you guys a personal letter that i will send when i finish it Love You All Like Family.
Scott Babou
May 15, 2007
Dan,
I am so very sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your father. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Sandy Waite
May 15, 2007
Barb, we will have our most loving thoughts and prayers with you now as you travel through this most difficult time in your life. The angels among us will be following you all the way.
Marilynn Phillips
May 15, 2007
Barb: I am so sorry to hear about Dan's tragic accident. Just know that I am thinking of you today as always. My thoughts are with you for strength during the difficult time. I also send you lots n lots of love and pray that very soon you will only feel happiness when thinking of Dan. Love always & 4 ever.
Deb Nielsen
May 15, 2007
Dan,
I thought I'd write my own entry besides the one with Steve. I just want to let you know that I had so many great times with you. One memory that stands out is when we all piled in your Bronco (You, Steve, Barb, Craig, and myself) and went for a ride around your dirt track in Blaine. You caught so much air over one of the jumps that we came straight down. When we landed the back seat even broke and Steve, Barb, and I were basically laying down. I couldn't turn my neck for about a week, but it was well worth it! Never a dull moment. I'll miss that about you! Please look down on Steve and help him through this hard time. You were a great friend to him and he will cherish all the memories forever.
Deb
Steve Nielsen
May 15, 2007
Dan,
On May 9th you were taken away. 30 years of memories are here to stay. From the U-P to the Wood Shed . . . no one's ever truly dead.
We'll miss you!!
Steve, Deb, and Alexa
Chris & Roz Salisbury
May 15, 2007
Daniel, Bek, Colton, Baby boy, Jonathan, Hannah, & Barb,
We are so sorry for your loss and hope we may be able to ease the pain a little....you all are like family to our family and Dan is greatly missed. He was truly a great guy and fun to be around. His smile was contagious!!
Let us know if there is anything we can do to help you guys through this. You are in our thoughts...
David Drabczak
May 15, 2007
Dan,
Sadly, you will never know how much of an influence you had on my life. You talked me into, and sold me my first motocross bike from Reliable Cycle. You showed me how to ride it, how to fix it, and how to have a hell of a lot of fun along the way. As I sit here, with tear filled eyes, thinking of all of the great memories I have of you I can't help but smile and laugh! Because, as everyone knows if Dan Hase was involved you were going to have a good time wether you wanted to or not! Dan you dove into life head first. If you were going to do something, you did it 200% and it wasn't done until it was perfect. You weren't afraid to speak your mind and stand behind your beliefs. You knew what you wanted in life and you made it happen, you followed your dreams. On May 9th, you climbed your last hill, it was the biggest and greatest hill you ever had to climb. With perfect form and a twist of your wrist you rode that hill right to heaven's gate. Where first place wasn't the big trophy you were used to, but eternal life in our Father's arms. You will be missed every day until we all ride again. Thank you for letting me be a part of your life.
To Barb, Daniel, Johathan and their families; there are no words that can ease your pain. As you look at the faces around you and see and feel the pain within your heart, know that the pain is a reflection of how much you and everyone loved Dan. So take the pain of Dan's passing and turn it into a celebration of his life.
Kevin, Tiffany Parke
May 14, 2007
Jonathan, Hannah, Rebekah, Colton, Dan and Barb.
We (Tiffany and I) are so sorry for your loss Dan was a great guy. In Life a person is not always looked at on what they accomplished in life, but by the family that they leave behind and the children that they raised, Barb and Dan raised some fine young boys that have turned into Men. They are a great rememberance of Dan and will keep his memory with all of them forever and he will be looking down on you and smiling on what great people you have become. Looking at the two boys people will be able to see how great Dan was in life and the traits and great things that he taught them. We wish we could come there to be with you all in this trying time.
Mark and Erin Wysocki
May 14, 2007
Dan and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very dificult time. Your Dad sounded like a person that enjoyed life and others enjoyed him. Please extend our sympathies to your family and we think of you often as you all take this sad journey.
Steven Jonak
May 14, 2007
Hase Family
My deepest sympathy to you all, Dan will be missed dearly. I am unable to attend the services but please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Sincerely, Steve Jonak
angela erikson
May 14, 2007
We are vey sorry for your loss. We just recently lost a friend to the same kind of accident.
The Vermillion Pine Ranch
Dave Preimesberger
May 14, 2007
Barb and Family
I am so sorry to here about your loss.The class of 71 lost one of the great ones.
Sincerely
Dave Preimesberger
Mike & Deb Parker
May 14, 2007
We are so sorry for your sudden loss. Maybe the good lord needed a great riding partner and Dan was the one he chose. May they ride on forever.
Debra Lee
May 14, 2007
My sincerest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Julie Wright
May 14, 2007
Barb, Daniel, Rebekah, Jonathan, Hannah, little Colton and new baby on the way ~
It still does not seem real that Dan is gone. We (Paul & Jul) have so many good memories of him! We shared many things with Dan and Barb - motorcycling, watching dirt track racing, motorcycle shows, car shows, etc. What a great passion Dan had for bikes and riding them. Thank you for being the 1st one to help me learn how to ride. I knew I had the best teacher in town! I hear your voice in my head when I am on my bike guiding me along the way. Dan had a zest for life and to enjoy it fully. One thing I will never forget when out enjoying a burger with Dan & Barb. No pickle (NFP) for Dan was ever to reside close to the burger, plate or basket!! He knew exactly what he liked and what he did not. We have two voicemails on our home phone and will save them forever! To hear his friendly, calm voice is something that is wonderful to hear over and over again. We (Paul and Jul) will miss Dan so much, what great friend he is, what an honor to know him. For the little grandson on the way ~ even though you will not meet your Grandpa - there will be so many stories that will be told about him that you will somehow feel you have met him.
Much love to the family and all who had the pleasure of knowing Dan.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family,
Love Paul and Julie
Scott & Sue Bruber
May 14, 2007
Barb and Family, We are so sad about Dan. He was such a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we are here for you. Please let us know if you need anything at all.
Michaela Andersen
May 14, 2007
Dan, Rebekah, Colton, Jonathan and Barb-
We are so saddened by your loss.
Although Brian and I had only met Dan a few times, he was every bit the character that Dan described to us.
I know what a huge impression he has had on Dan's life and I thank him for helping make Dan the person he is today.....one of my very dearest friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe Tansey
May 14, 2007
Dear Dan and Family,
I was very sad and shocked to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shannon Erickson
May 14, 2007
While I didn't know Dan personally, I get the impression he was a guy who really knew how to live; in the moment and with a zest for life. My hope for you is that you are able to spend not too much time grieving for your loss, but find comfort, warmth, smiles and hopefully some laughs remembering your time with him and the things that made him Dan Hase. I wish you the courage to continue on in celebration of his life; a life obviously so big, it touched many.
We are so sorry for your loss.
We love you, Jonathan.
Terry Frauly
May 14, 2007
Dear Barb,Dan and Jonathan
I still cant beleave that this happened to Dan. My heart goes out to the Hase family,growing up I had Two familys my own and the Hases. I am happy to have been a close freind to Dan for about 40 years. Man did we have fun I remember as kids racing mini-bikes in pouring rain on your parents land up north and most recently going to motorcycle events on our crusiers.Dan was like a brother to me and I will miss him terribly but will never forget him. I know that Big Don and Dan are sitting atop a big hill on a couple of classic Triumphs looking over us all. May he rest in peace untill we meet again.
Terry Frauly
Glenn & Pam Elsasser
May 14, 2007
Barb & family,
Please know that our thoughts, prayers and Love are with you in your time of loss and sorrow.
Ellen Fisher
May 14, 2007
To Dan, Rebekah, and Colton-
I was so very saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts now and in the days ahead.
- Ellen Fisher
Maria Mesquita
May 14, 2007
Dan and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to ask. Maria
Raymond Young
May 14, 2007
To the Hase family, and my friend Dan Banks: You are in my thoughts and prayers - your loss may come as a surprise here on Earth but it is part of God's plan. It is sad to have lost someone who is so dearly loved, but know that your pain does not go unnoticed by your HEAVENLY Father, who is riding with your Dad on the greatest dirtbike track ever right now. Take comfort knowing you will see Dan Hase again and that he lives on in your heart until you are reunited! Godspeed for your healing and Blessings to all who comfort you. Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
Nathalie & Mike McAllister, Sabrina & Stephane Dion
May 14, 2007
To the Banks Family,
Please know that our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Our little Jeffrey will cherish wonderful memories of days spent on the track with Dan.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our love,
Rex Edwards ( Old Rider )
May 14, 2007
My Prayers go out for the family
Maryann Burmis-Theoret
May 14, 2007
Barb,
I just heard the news about Dan. I am so sorry. He was a big part in your life and your sons lives. My prayers are with you.
Long lost friend,
Tammy Salisbury
May 14, 2007
To my dear friends, Barb, Daniel and Jonathan. You know how deeply sorry Craig and I feel about your loss. Barb, you know how many good times us four had together, which I will miss greatly but will cherish forever. The one thing I will take away from knowing Dan's life - is always do what you love because life is just too darn short. Dan never gave it up for the couch. He got out there and did what he loved to do - playing in the dirt, whether it be on a dirt-bike, a four wheeler or a bobcat. I will always remember how he drove our dogs around in the trailer behind the four wheeler, man what a riot. I will always remember how he loved his hinnelicken beer (that's Heinneken for those who don't know the joke) and how Stretch from the KQ morning show sounds just like Dan. I will miss his infectious smile and how he said "belch" every time he burped. Weird how those things stick in your head. You guys know that we will be there for you to get you through this tough time and we will help to preserve the memory of Dan.
Love you all.
The Wild Ones.
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Dave Hase
May 13, 2007
DON'T THINK OF ME AS GONE AWAY,
MY JOURNEY HAS JUST BEGUN, LIFE HOLDS SO MANY FACETS, THIS EARTH IS ONLY ONE. THINK OF ME AS LIVING IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE I TOUCHED, FOR NOTHING LOVED IS EVER LOST AND I KNOW I WAS LOVED SO MUCH.
Dan, brother of mine, you left us to soon and we will have to wait to see you again. And see you again, we shall! Tell Dad and Augie we love them too. You are loved.
Dave
Greg and Elena Schlichting
May 13, 2007
To Barb, Daniel and Jonathan,
We are still in shock from Uncle Dans passing. It is so hard to believe he is gone. I have so many great memories of him. The best is his great smile and his laugh. I wish Greg would have been able to spend more time getting to know him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all.
Megan Keith (Carmichael)
May 13, 2007
Aunt Barb, Daniel, Rebekah, Jonathan, Hannah, and Colton -
We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much Dan meant to you all. We wish we could be there with you to celebrate his life together with you. We love you all and you are always in our prayers. If you need anything please dont hesitate to ask.
We love you all,
Tyler & Megan
Gary & Lezlie Burggraff
May 13, 2007
Dan we will miss your great smile and personality. Our hearts go out to your family. We will keep them in our prayers.
Your friends with Kiwi Snowmobile/ATV club
Michele McLane
May 13, 2007
Dan had a smile that was sincere and true~just like the person that he was. He will be greatly missed and our hearts break for the Hase family who lost such a wonderful person. Shawn and Michele McLane-Kiwi Snowmobile ATV Club, Linwood MN
George Radke
May 13, 2007
Thanks Dan. We'll miss you here with us. But not forget you.
Doing what I love and loving what I'm doing
May 13, 2007
GOING . . . G O N E !
May 13, 2007
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