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Daniel Brandhorst-Gamboa Obituary
Paid Notice published in THE BOSTON GLOBE on September 30, 2001.
Proud Adoptive Parents
Daniel Brandhorst and Ronald Gamboa changed their flight plans so they could return to Los Angeles from Boston on Sept. 11 with their son, David Gamboa-Brandhorst, on United Airlines Flight 175.
Mr. Brandhorst, 41, was an accountant for PricewaterhouseCoopers in Los Angeles and Mr. Gamboa, 33, was the manager of a Gap store in Santa Monica. David, 3, who was named for Daniel's brother, was adopted in 1998. He had, said Donato Tramuto, the friend they had visited in Maine over the weekend, "the spirit of Ron and the intellectual curiosity of Daniel."
Mr. Brandhorst and Mr. Gamboa had been introduced at a party 13 years earlier. Mr. Gamboa was the lighter side of the two. "He could make a rainy day look happy," Mr. Tramuto said. David Brandhorst, Daniel's brother, said "Ron was the other side that kept Dan civil."
In 1996, Mr. Brandhorst and Mr. Gamboa moved to Los Angeles, when Mr. Gamboa became a troubleshooting manager at the Gap and Mr. Brandhorst got on the road to his partnership at PricewaterhouseCoopers. David arrived in 1998, with Mr. Brandhorst and Mr. Gamboa there at his birth. Mr. Brandhorst, said Scott Pisani, a senior consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Los Angeles, "was very intense and focused at work." But with the arrival of David, "he made a tremendous amount of time for his family," including taking his son to work with him.
Few people on the work side knew about Mr. Brandhorst's family. "My brother led two lives," David Brandhorst said. "A private personal life and a business life."
Mr. Tramuto said that Mr. Brandhorst himself was "very skeptical about what this lifestyle meant." But after years together with Mr. Gamboa and their success as parents, Mr. Tramuto said, "I told him that `you and Ron have convinced me that two men can really raise a child.' " The proud parents, Mr. Tramuto added, had planned to adopt another child.
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Susan
September 11, 2024
Wow can´t believe it s another year without you! I will always wonder about meeting you and your son after a meeting at the college. Our two three year olds meet each other. So sorry it never happened because a change in plans. You are missed. I miss our ski trips out west. Sue Meyers
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2024
Daniel, my friend and trusted professional advisor. Hi.
I miss you, and know that many others feel the same.
Time goes by, quickly, and every September 11 I pause to remember you like it was yesterday.
I continue to share your story, mostly with those that were born after you left us, and I’m sure they will pass it on. It’s an inspirational gift that keeps giving.
Keep a light on for me.
Gary
Pasadena
Gary Marcotte
September 15, 2023
Dan
Gary here again. I was looking at the messages many others left for you, Ron and little David. It’s a tribute to you that so many keep in touch and have their own memories to share, year after year.
I happened to see a note I left for you back in 2016 that was saved in David’s book. Here it is again, and every word still comes from my heart
Gary
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Hi Dan-
I'm staring at my TV, on this early Sunday morning in Pasadena, as your name scrolls across the screen from the memorial service in Manhattan, and my heart lurched when the bell tolled.
I froze the screen, and smiled at my memories from working with you at Disney.
A tearful smile, for sure, but it comes from your gift of being my friend and the good times we spent together.
I can almost see you smiling now.
Always,
Gary
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2016 | Pasadena, CA
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Peggy Brizuela
September 14, 2023
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Michele Morgan
September 12, 2023
Hi Dan -
It is hard to believe that another year has passed since
you, David and Ron left us. When I shared a post about
you on my Facebook page, several Oscar production staff
who worked with seatfillers remembered you. They said
you were a great seatfiller!!! I know how much fun you
had participating! Brings a smile to my face! Miss you
my friend! Much love!
Mary Hughes
September 12, 2023
Every year I try to post a remembrance of Dan and his family. He was such a warm person in the office next to me at PwC. And meeting his brother after 9/11 and hearing stories and helping him through this tragedy. I just wish this never happened.
Nancy Browne
September 12, 2023
People are worried that the younger generation will not understand what happened on September 11. It isn’t something that can be explained fully. How can you explain the loss of a beautiful family and a wonderful friend and then multiply that by 1000? I still think about the fun times in the office and the ski trips with Jildy and Kyu Hong. You got me through some tough times and were always there for your friends. There is a tree in Central Park in your memory.
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2023
Dan
I heard on the radio, as I’m sure you know, that thousands gathered in New York to remember, together, those that passed on this day years ago. I’m in Pasadena, still, but my remembrance of that day is as real for me as for those in New York. Many of them have gathered there every year as my thoughts have been with you every year. Dan, I’m a Grandpa now which has made me think about generations past, here today, and those to come. I have passed your story along to my kids, and now it will be passed on to their kids. Guess that’s what “memories live forever” means. You may not hear from them here, but you will hear from them, always.
Gary
Mary Hughes
September 14, 2022
We have never forgot you Daniel, Ron and David. I also had some time with your brother Daniel after while I worked at PwC. We miss all of you
Nancy Browne
September 13, 2022
Forgot to say I hope you and Kyu Hong have found each other in the afterlife. Too soon.
Nancy
September 13, 2022
Dan I don’t know how we all got through another year. We miss you. Thank you for being a part of our lives.
Gary Marcotte
September 12, 2022
Dan
Another year goes by, lots of changes, but special memories never dim. Thoughts of you and our times together always shine bright for me around the 11th day of September. You passed on but still touch a lot of us in many ways. Not only in sadness, but in celebration of what was and how you showed us what could be.
Always,
Gary
Peggy Brizuela
September 12, 2021
Always remembered...
Vincent Spina
September 12, 2021
I too think of Dan every 9/11 as well as often during the year. He was truly a special man.
Nancy Browne
September 12, 2021
Thought about you throughout the day yesterday. Still miss the office hijinx and just knowing you were my friend.
Michele Morgan
September 12, 2021
Hi my friend -
How can it be twenty years since that day that took you, David,
Ron and our four colleagues from us? It still feels like yesterday.
The pain is still there but fond memories of you and seeing
pictures of you and your family bring a smile to my face. So
blessed to be your friend. Love and hugs always!
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2021
Dan
Hi my friend.
You know all that I want to tell you, so for everyone else, please know that Dan is in my thoughts, now after 20 years, and always.
Gary Marcotte
Cindy Roe
September 2, 2021
Remembering Daniel on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Mary Hughes
August 19, 2021
I knew Daniel as he worked in the office next to mine at PriceWaterHouseCoopers. Every 9/11 I think about the loss of Daniel. I also got to know his brother after that, as he came to the office and brought treats for us as we helped with the estate issues. I had hoped to come out to the memorial 9/11/21, but COVID has prevented that. I will make the trip one day to visit his place at the memorial.
Gary Marcotte
September 12, 2020
Hi Dan ...
Gary here again (and always).
I’m here in Pasadena (still) thinking about you. My daughter is visiting from DC, and she happened to drop In as I was about to write this note.
We reread together my note to you from last year, 2019, where I told my remembrance of “being with my daughter (her), in Old Town One Colorado where PetSmart.com was launched in 2000 with your help - and how I shared your story with her”.
She has never forgotten that day, or the tears in her Dad’s eyes, as I spoke.
And she has never forgotten what happened on 9/11 2001.
Nor have I.
Never will.
And my memories of you will also last, not just for my lifetime, but for my daughter’s as well. And likely for her children’s too.
Cheers, my friend.
Gary
Josiah
September 11, 2020
Praying for you, your family, and all of the victims taken from the tragedy.
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2020
Dan, David and Ron, you are never forgotten! It may be 19 years today, but for me you are the face of this tragedy and it still seems like yesterday. I think of you, pray and reflect what a horrible day this was for America. Many colleagues from PwC were lost on this terrible day, whether I personally knew anyone, my heart is still fragile and hurts every year on 9/11. May you all rest in peace and know that we all care and continue to think about you! God Bless you always!
Michele Morgan
September 11, 2019
Early this morning as I posted your picture on FB in remembrance of you, the tears flowed over the events of this day 18 years ago. The loss of you, Ron, David and our five PwC work colleagues still feels like it was just yesterday. I think of all of you at this time of the year but especially with you when the Oscars come around. (I know that I have told this story before.) Even though I am retired from the firm but being on the Oscars work for 30 years, my mind still is at work on the job. I always get a smile on my face (as I have now) as I remember you "bugging" me about the fact that you have a tux ready and will be able to attend the show on a moment's notice. And thankfully, I could make it happen for you a number of times. You are always in my heart and soul. Love and miss you! Michele
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2019
Hi Dan ~
Its Gary, your old PWc client from Disney, B3 and PetsMart.com, writing again to share my recent remembrances of you. You already know of course, but typing this with my one finger skill gives me joy of sorts to let others share those moments.
I was in Old Town Pasadena a few weeks ago with my daughter when we walked into the One Colorado area. She asked me about my startup venture selling dog food on the internet in 2000, from cramped office space above the El Fornio restaurant. As I told her about those crazy days in the dot com boom, I thought of you.
We had worked together on a big project at Disney headquarters, with the spacious conference rooms and bountiful drinks, donuts and fruit bowls ... then later I asked you to help me at PetsMart.com, my post-Mickey IPO adventure.
You like a good laugh, and when you first came to my new offices above the restaurant, I will always remember how you struggled to be professional as you saw my desk of an unfinished door laying across two file cabinets, lined up with a dozen others for my team. No walls or even cubicles, but we did have $1,000 Aero chairs following the Amazon startup office model.
And then the only private space: a conference room with all glass walls.
Oh, you so enjoyed teasing me about leaving Disney for this !
I recalled this to my daughter and again told her about you and this fateful day.
This is just one story, but there are more as we shared several years of working together from 99-01.
I will always remember you and will keep sharing our stories, and the joy of telling them.
Gary
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2019
Dear Dan.
18 years and it still feels like yesterday. As with every passing year, I remember you, David, Ron and all our colleagues from PwC on those flights. I pray for all those souls that were lost on the horrific day and I pray that we never see the likes of this event again. Always remembered....
Nancy Browne
September 11, 2019
Dan I will always remember your happiest, most mischievous self.
Frank Casaine
September 11, 2019
Dan, another year passes and it is still hard to believe. You will always be remembered and we will never forget your kindness and good spirit. God Bless you in Heaven.
Kathy
September 10, 2019
Never Forgotten!
September 12, 2018
Thinking of you again and cannot believe it has been 17 years. Missing you very much.
Nancy
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2018
Always remembered...
Denise
September 11, 2018
Missing you today as I do everyday.
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2018
Hi Dan ...
Another year, and I'll l never forget you, or forgive those who stole your life.
Now, my rememberance of you comes from the happiness we shared at Disney and PetsMart.com, not from dwelling on the evil that took you, but they are intertwined in ways I cannot express.
I still speak of you often, as an example of what a wonderful life can be had, despite the challenges, much more so than how you left us.
In that way, you continue to inspire others, like that candle that is extinguished, but then comes back to life, over and over again. Forever.
Thank you for living that life.
Your friend,
Gary
peg and dave bruno
September 14, 2017
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Michele Morgan
September 12, 2017
Hi Dan -
It is so hard to believe that another year has gone by. It seems to just fly by. Think of you often and always will, my friend. Will never forget that day...
Love and hugs,
Michele Morgan
Denise Kelly
September 12, 2017
Daniel my brother,
The girls and I have just returned from a weekend in LA. We had a picnic in West Hollywood park. They are remodeling it and it's going to be beautiful. Davids rock will be located by the new playground. I know you were there with us, I could feel it and it was so comforting. We miss you terribly. I love you.
September 12, 2017
Well my friend, another year has passed without you here with us. Mass was said for you all yesterday and the new priest here asked me about you all. He's a nice guy, young, jovial and full of new ideas, but mindful of the past and traditions. You guys would be in the thick of it I know. I miss you so much.
Love, hugs and kisses to you all.
Johnny A
Frank Casaine
September 12, 2017
Dan,
Another year and it still seems like yesterday. We miss you and will always remember. Thanks for being a leader at LeMoyne and a welcoming presence. You made a difference. God Bless.
Frank Casaine
LeMoyne '91
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2017
Dan .... 9/11/17 ....
I'm watching hurricane Irma pass over my brother's house in Florida, with all the power of Nature poised to take and change lives.
He made it thru.
I thought of you, and how lives that continue, and those that should have, are fragile.
You made my life better during the times we spent together at Disney and PetsMart, doing good work for others. Thank you. That work lives on !
Your family, friends, coworkers and just guys like me, remember and celebrate life, especially today.
I'll keep passing your legacy along with smiles and somber reflection. Never forgotten.
Recently, I've told a dozen folks about you, and the glorious part of your life I came to know only after you moved on.
They all are thinking of you today, I know.
I know you can feel the love and "howdy-do's" coming your way.
Cheers,
Gary
Pasadena
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2017
Thinking and praying for you, David and Ron today as well as all the others who were lost 17 years ago. Always remembered....
heather schmidt
February 6, 2017
sorry for ur lose
Michele Morgan
September 12, 2016
Hi Dan - It is so hard to believe that it has been 15 years since that day changed the world and we lost you. Even harder to believe is that David would be 20 years old and in college. So glad that Nancy Schultz told me that there was a really cool guy who had transferred to the friend - it was the beginning of a special friendship! Think of you, David and Ron often. I miss you asking me about the Oscars. Your PwC family misses you. I will never forget that day.
Love and hugs,
Michele Morgan
Frank Casaine
September 11, 2016
Dan,
Another year, yet you will not be forgotten. I hope and pray you and your loved ones are in the comfort of the Glory of the Lord.
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2016
Fifteen years and it still feels like just yesterday when our country was changed. Today, I pray and remember Dan, Ron and David and all the souls lost that horrible day. We will never forget you! May the Good Lord bless and keep you forever!
DiAnne Brandhorst
May 9, 2016
We are Larry and DiAnne Brandhorst. I have read about Daniel and his family. We made a trip to N Y and visited the 911 Memorial. I found his names and pictures there. It was very emotional. My son was with Campbell's NFL tour in NY during this tragedy. His group moved to 2 blocks from ground zero and gave soup to volunteers and search teams. I have prayed for Daniel and his families. Such a tremendous loss. We are not sure if our families may be related distantly....love to all. God gives us strength.
deanna parker
September 12, 2015
I will never forget!
Michele Morgan
September 12, 2015
Hi Dan - It is hard to believe that 14 years have passed. This day is still so hard. I retired last October after 35 years with PwC - hard to believe it but I love it! Last year was the first year I did not attend the Oscars in 30 years - your favorite event to attend! Think of you, David and Ron often. Love and hugs. Michele
Gary Marcotte
September 12, 2015
Hello Dan,
It's Gary again checking in with my thoughts today. Briefer than last time but just as real.
A guy handed me a paper today with a casual comment on the date. I told him about you, as I do often to folks I meet, and he was sympathetic.
I appreciated his words, but how could he possibly hear your laughter that is not there, as I do, or marvel at your ideas, as I do.
Til' next time my friend.
Gary
September 11, 2015
Hi again Dan! Of all the students I helped at SU, you were the one that I remember most. At the NYS fair last week ,I saw your photo with your little boy at the memorial. It still brings me to tears. Sandy at Chase..
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2015
Thinking and praying for you, David and Ron today as well as all the others who were lost 14 years ago. Always remembered.....
Gary Marcotte
June 24, 2015
Hi there Dan. It's Gary from our PW/Mickey days.
Thought of you in Sept but didn't leave a note. It seems to have finally "passed" for me, whatever that means?
Don't know how it "passed" for you but Hawkings has
some intriguing thoughts for me to ponder, or even hope to understand.
I miss our talks about " nothing ". And how nothing can be everything. Sorta like some of the financial plans we thought up.
Gotta smile :-)
Del Newberry
June 23, 2015
Hard to imagine that you would have been raising a teenager by now. Taking time out today to reflect on how blessed we all are, and to wish well for your friends and family that you left behind. I pray for comfort, for encouragement and for all of us to not waste our time here, for we never know when we will be leaving this world. With love from Texas,
John Crandon
June 22, 2015
Dan,
Happy Birthday!
Miss you and all your advice and wisdom.
Still hard to believe. I think of you every Fourth of July!
John
Denise Kelly
September 11, 2014
Daniel, 13 yrs later and it still hurts so bad. I love you & miss you.
Michele Morgan
September 11, 2014
Hi Dan - Another year has gone by - hard to believe. I think of you often. A friend took pictures of your name on the 9/11 Memorial wall in NYC for me. I hope one day to visit the site myself. Love and hugs.
Peggy Brizuela
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you, Ron and David today as well as all the others lost 13 years ago. We will never forget you! God Bless You all!
Nancy B
September 11, 2014
Dan--I am thinking of you today, as I often do at random points in the year, and every time I hear a certain song or pass a certain spot in NY that I remember from our early days as young lawyers working in midtown. Every TGIF, every ski trip. Your spirit lives on.
Dawn
September 11, 2014
Hi Dan! I read your name at the Lansing Memorial today. Miss your smile and your wisdom. Love you forever . . .
Sandy Paduano
September 11, 2014
Missing you always,,,, your banker friend Sandy from Chase Bank on the SU hill.
Gary Marcotte
September 11, 2014
Hi Dan... The memories of working with you on my projects at disney and later at petsmart.com keep you in my thoughts, especially today. It was work but you made it fun, creative and we helped a lot of people who never got to meet you. I wish they could but we know we did good. I hope you don't mind, but I talk about you and your family often and tell them how fortunate I am to have known you. Your circle of friends keeps growing, as you must already know. Cheers my friend... Gary
M A
September 10, 2014
Never forgotten even though we hadn't see each other since high school. Always wished you the best. May happier memories bring comfort to your family & friends as the years unfold.
Barbara Boam
May 28, 2014
I walked a mile for you (mile #299) on 5/17/14 as a dedication to your life.
Mark Gorman
September 13, 2013
It is so hard to believe it's been 12 years. I took a picture of your name at the 9-11 memorial in NYC, with the water falling as background. It's been my profile picture on FaceBook this week. Remembering you always.
Johnny A
September 12, 2013
Dan ... you all were remember at all the Masses at St Victor's yesterday. I guess you know that Msgr Parnassus has left us to join you in heaven. We miss him very much down here, as we still do you, Ron and David. There is something comforting in thinking of David as always being an adorable fun loving little boy for all eternity. God bless you all.
Dawn
September 12, 2013
Thank you dear ones. When you post on this website, it eases the pain because we know that our loved ones are not forgotten. It is so important to know that people will remember Dan, David, and Ron and will think about how empty our world is without them. Thank you again for remembering!
Peggy Brizuela
September 12, 2013
Dan, I'm thinking about you and your family today and all the other souls who were lost 12 years ago. I still wear a ribbon in your memory every 9/11 and will continue to do so. God bless you always!
September 12, 2013
Dan I stayed up late last night and read the various blogs that have been created since 911. I focused on one in particular about David and felt the mystery of it all, and hope that someday I will understand the whys and wherefors. At a loss right at the moment, but have got to believe when good things happen to me that somehow you are watching over all of us and keeping us out of harm's way, as you always did when you walked the earth.
RR
September 11, 2013
Dan, I often look where you stood or walked or laughed and remember all you taught me.
Frank Casaine
September 11, 2013
Dan was a great soul. Every year at this time I think of his kindness and unbiased welcoming ways. I never got to meet his family, but as proud as I was to meet know him, I'm even prouder of his social bravery. Thanks again Dan for all your support. You will be remembered as long as those that knew you live.
September 11, 2013
I thought about you today and as every other 9/11 I am still at loss and cannot imagine the horrible pain you went thru. I miss you and will always remember you daniel and ronald. I miss daniel the most because he used to be so alive he always followed me around like a lost kitten when I was at your house. I will never forget the moment shared with him because while I worked on your home and you were away at work he kept an eye on me running the show so to say? I remember him I guess the most because he followed me up a ladder to the roof without my knowledge and he wasnt scared I also remember him always wanting chicken tacos off the taco truck with hot sauce and he ate it them and never screamed from the hot sauce? LOL! The world lost alot that you and has changed drastically
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you today - I can't believe it's been 12 years. What a tragedy.
Denise Kelly
September 11, 2013
Missing you today as I do everyday. Still don't understand it.
Michele Morgan
September 11, 2013
Hi Dan - Thinking of you, David and Ron. A friend visited the 911 Memorial and took some pictures for me. One special photo was of your name with the waterfall behind it. It made me feel good that it was such a serene and special place. xoxo Michele
joe
June 25, 2013
Its been over 20 years and although we were only casual acquaintances I still think of what a tragedy this family's loss to the world was.
John Crandon
June 17, 2013
Happy Birthday Dan. Miss you. Hard to believe over 20 years since we first met.
John Crandon
Drew Foster
May 21, 2013
I saw your name when I was watching a video on 9/11. You inspire me to have a family with my husband one day, at least you were all together. RIP <3
John
January 21, 2013
Just finished watching the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, you would have been so proud.
Sophia
January 20, 2013
You touched my heart today
Sherri (Schneider) Jarvis
October 13, 2012
Dan, I will never forget your caring, kind spirit. I will keep you, Ron, and David in my prayers. God Bless.
John
September 13, 2012
Hi there Dan, not my fault I'm late this year, we were away at Grumblenot and didn't have internet, but we did have you, David and Ron in our hearts and lit candles in your memory. You are very missed and I think of you almost everyday ... well, you know if I said everyday that I'd be lying. Love you guys!
Michele Morgan
September 12, 2012
Dan - Thinking of you, David and Ron. Cannot believe that it has been 11 years. I will never forget the day that Nancy introduced me to this new guy from the East Coast - she said that you were such a great guy. You were. You are missed and loved!! Always think of you at Oscar time!!! xoxo Michele
Nancy B
September 11, 2012
Dan I am remembering the ski trips, your practical jokes at work (I fell for them every time), the commutes on Jersey transity, when you chased my mugger to try to get back my handbag, dinner at Pasha when you met my new husband, and so many other fun times. I endowed a tree in Central Park for you, David and Ron. It is near the pond and by a bridge, and the branches are intertwined like a hug.
Michael
September 11, 2012
Dan Ron & David
Everyday you are in my thoughts and always in my heart. Miss you so much. Xoxoxo
Deanna Parker-Williams
September 11, 2012
RIP PWC Alumni. We will always remember.
Del Newberry
December 20, 2011
Dan (and Ron),
We promised we'd never forget that terrible, tragic day, and we haven't. My heart aches for the friends and families who lost so many on that day. My thoughts and prayers go out to the many loved ones you left behind. Much love from Texas.
Margareta von Hohenberg
September 14, 2011
I have fond memories of times spent together as a special family and will always cherish the memories.May you all rest in eternal peace.
Marilyn Rees
September 11, 2011
Dan and family, my heart breaks for you. I worked with Dan at PW-Syracuse. Dan was intelligent, funny and caring. When my young son and I visited NYC, Dan having transferred downstate, offered to pick us up from the airport. He gave us a tour of the city before my son and I met up with other PW-NY friends to go ice skating/site seeing. Dan always gave from his heart. I will never forget him.
Colleen Kempton Procopio
September 11, 2011
Dan,
I said a prayer for you today as I watched the minute by minute on TV. I think of you often and count myself lucky that I could call you friend all those years ago. May God bless you and your family.
Brenda Cohen
September 11, 2011
Dan and family....you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Dalton Katz
September 11, 2011
Dan, you were a high school friend and as I remember, a lot of fun and a really good person. I wish I'd had the chance to know you beyond HS. You have been in my thoughts, especially on this 10th anniversary. Rest in peace-
Tracy Summers Branigan
September 11, 2011
Dan - I will always remember the classes we had together and the bus rides to and from school. I know that your wonderful family is in heaven together.
September 11, 2011
Dan, you and your family are in my prayers. I wish I had known you better. Rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.
Raymond
September 11, 2011
I remember the kindness and friendship Dan showed me those many years ago at PwC. Those lessons remain with me today. Rest in peace with your partner and son. While your families will never forget, may they continue to find peace and a lessening of their pain.
Michele Morgan
September 11, 2011
Dan - It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years. At times, it seems like yesterday. You are always in my thoughts and prayers along with your family. You are missed but I know that all of you are at peace. I feel so lucky to have known you, been your colleague at PwC and been your friend. You are the best!!!
Leslie Moss Carson
September 10, 2011
Ten years ago tomorrow my mom said, "Leslie, I am worried that we will find out later that someone we know and loved was killed at the World Trade Centers. Syracuse is so close to NYC and surely one of your friends ended up with a job in NYC." Three months later she told me Dan and his family were victims. I had not seen Dan in many years--since he and I were college students in different states. We had lost touch as we so often do when children grow up, heading straight out into adulthood focusing on their own futures. I will never forget the fun times we had at King of Kings Lutheran Church in Liverpool. I especially will not ever forget Dan's quiet presence at my dad's funeral when I was 21 and Dan was in his first year at LeMoyne. Dan helped me through that very rough day in a way I will never forget. My prayers continue for Dan on this eve of the tenth anniversary. I carry a picture of Dan, Ron and little David in my wallet to always remember the sacrifices. You are missed.
September 10, 2011
God Bless you and your family. :) Rest in peace.
Tina Gallo
September 9, 2011
Dan, RIP My prayers are with your family on this upcoming 10th Anniversary on such a tragic thing.
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