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Daniel Harlin Obituary
Daniel Edward Harlin looked forward to the start of deer-hunting season all year long. But when he and his friends finally arrived in the Catskill woods in November, he always offered up the best spots to someone else.
"He was a very unselfish guy," said Charles Foulds, who grew up with him and had hunted with him every year since they were both teenagers. "He never took the best for himself."
A quiet man with a contagious laugh, Firefighter Harlin, 41, had worked with Ladder Company 2, Battalion 8 on East 51st Street for more than a decade. But he loved the outdoors so much that he and his wife moved to rural Putnam County 10 years ago, settling in Kent, before having their three children. "He looked forward to taking the boys hunting when they got old enough," said his wife, Deborah.
This year his friends held their annual deer-hunting gathering in a Catskill cabin without him for the first time. "There wasn't a dry eye in the house," Mr. Foulds said.
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Scott B
September 11, 2017
My friend Chris and myself headed down to a funeral in early 2002 (I think it was 02) and it was Daniels. We are from Toronto Fire. I still think about that trip. RIP Daniel.
Amanda
September 11, 2014
Never forgotten.
January 11, 2013
my son and his friends were in new york this week and went to ground zero and my son took pic of memorial walland eook a pic of some of the names and your name was in the centre of pic and i just wanted a chance to leave a message ro you x
Maryellen Laird
September 12, 2011
I did not know Danny Harlin personally, but we were connected. His family has remained in my thoughts and prayers for the past 10 years and will remain in my prayers forevermore. May Danny's wife and children grow stronger with each passing year. Although there was no blood relation, Danny's dad was someone that we referred to as "Uncle Red". My dad is Ray Vogel and he and Uncle Red grew up together in College Point as best friends. My dad was Danny's godfather. Danny's story has touched my life and, on this 10 year anniversary, I want to say thank you. God bless.
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Christine Oman
September 11, 2011
You never knew me and I didn't know you but I wear my memorial braclet that bears your name. you are truely an american hero and I think of you and your family often. I pray that their pain had lessened over the years, You will never be forgotten and my braclet will be handed down to my grandchildren and I make sure they never forget how you gave your life to save others, 9/11/2011
Although we never met.... we remember
Megan Miller
September 14, 2010
Balloons were released in honor of those who lost their lives in 9-11-01, last Saturday. I was between the Manhattan Bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge when a balloon landed in front of me. The name.... Daniel Harlin
Kristine
November 6, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
October 31, 2006
In remembrance....
Glenda Bellis
September 16, 2006
Dear Debbie,
It's been many years since the New York Air days, but I will never forget you. My prayers will always be with you and your family.
glenda
Linda Raviele
September 8, 2003
Dear Danny,
On behalf of the Raviele Family (College Point), I want to say that our thoughts are with your family and friends on this second anniversary of that tragic day. We will never forget your sacrifce and bravery.
God Bless you for eternity.
Linda Raviele
Scott Esselman
December 9, 2002
I just received my bracelet today. I am proud of Daniel and all the other heroes from 9/11. I am a firefighter myself, and after that day I have a totally new outlook on a lot of things. My prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong.
Debbie Harlin
December 5, 2002
My name is Debbie Harlin. Danny was my husband for nearly 14 years. We actually knew one another for much longer than that. We share 3 beautiful children, ages 10, 8 and 4. The pain we feel today is the same as the pain we felt on 9/11. I don't expect that to ever subside. However, the support, comfort and caring expressed by each of you is extremely touching and means so much to myself and Danny's entire family. Thank you so much for your genuine concern for us all.
With great appreciation,
Debbie Harlin
Marilyn Marshall
September 13, 2002
Received my 911 bracelet in the mail and put it on immediately. I will wear it proudly. May you, his family, be proud and strong, knowing that is the way he left us. He died doing what he loved... helping others. May God bless...
Barbra Tugman
September 11, 2002
To The Family of Daniel Harlin:
I just received my bracelet today with Daniel Harlin's name on it. As I put it on I was overwhelmed with pride. I will wear it proudly in his memory. He will always be in our hearts. His bravery will be remembered always. God bless.
Janice DiPerna
August 20, 2002
To Daniel’s Family:
I wear a bracelet with Daniel’s name on it with great pride. Every morning that I put it on I say a prayer in his memory.
Tinamarie Cutrone
July 26, 2002
You will never be forgotten. I met you when I was 2 years old. It was great to be part of the family and
especially to meet a man who was such a warm-hearted,funny,friendly,
family man and of course as we all
know, a Hero. There were many great
times and I will always remember you.
Linda Raviele
May 24, 2002
Danny was raised in my home town, College Point, he played sports with my brothers, Jimmy and Tommy Raviele, he trained for the Fireman's test in my ex-husbands gym. Rest in peace Danny.
Our deepest regrets to Danny's family from the Raviele Family.
Carolyn Delmar
April 30, 2002
I just received my identity bracelet with Daniel's name on it. As the wife and mother of firefighters, I am both exceptionally sad and proud of Daniel and the sacrifice he and his fellow firefighters made on behalf of their fellow American citizens. May God continue to bless them and their families and may He keep them in His care. And may God bless America.
Debie Holsey
April 26, 2002
I just received my bracelet with Daniel Harlin's name he will be forever in our hearts. God Bless you and your family. We will never forget your bravery.
Charlie Cyr
March 21, 2002
TO The Family of Daniel Family:
My name is Charlie Cyr and I too have a bracelet with Daniel E. Harlin's name on it. However, I did not purchase it as it was given to me prior to Opening Ceremonies of the 2002 Olympic Games. I was the Team Leader for the US Figure Skaters. I can tell you that the skaters all wore their bracelets given to them prior to Opening Ceremonies. I certainly wore the bracelet with pride and it now holds a special place of honor in our home. I can tell you that the bracelet was worn during all of the skaters performances so Daniel was there when Timmy Goebel and Michelle Kwan won their Bronze medals and he certainly was there when Sarah Hughes won the Gold. I will be forever grateful for all Daniel did on 9/11.
With Deep Appreciation and Respect
Charlie Cyr
Team Leader
US Figure Skating - 2002 Winter Olympic Games
Linda Vandrell
March 20, 2002
Words can not express the sorrow and sadness that is with your family at this time. I just can't even dream of going through what your family is going through. I also am the wife of a firefighter and I pray everyday that his crew and all the rest of the firemen and women around the world are safe from all harm. The 9-11 event will never be forgotten in our home. As a mother also of 2 active military sons not only grieving for everyone in NY with the disaster but also seeing my son leave for Afganastan to help defend our country made me so proud. Also a little hesitant as a mother also. So as the wife and mother the picture of the flag being passed from the firefighter to the military person was a very strong picture for us. I pray that as you struggle and try and go on with your lives you are so blessed with having such a wonderful family.
Theresa & Lilliana Zimmer
March 18, 2002
Dear Debbie and kids,
Not a day goes by when I don't think of him...I really miss him. I didn't get to spend alot of time with your family these days. I just remember being a kid and the two of you dating. I always smile when I think of those times. They were so precious. We pray for you and the kids every day. God Bless you. See you soon.
Love,
Theresa and Lilly
Anna Wiedemann
March 16, 2002
Dear Debbie, Chris, Katie and Brian, Not a day goes by that I don't say an extra special prayer for all of you, asking God to continue to keep you all strong (you have amazed me and helped me with your courage and strength) and a prayer of thanksgiving for having shared Danny with us and knowing he is watching over all of us now. We pray too for all the unselfish hero's and are especially proud of Danny.
Today I got Jen and Steph the bracelets with Daniel Harlin written on them, as a welcome reminder of the wonderful Uncle they love and miss. His spirit truly lives on in everyone he touched. We love you all. Anna and Danny, Jen, Steph and James
Jean Wright
March 12, 2002
Dear Debbie, It's hard to believe that 6 months have passed since that awful day. Although we had not seen Dan in many years, we will never forget his caring personality. Please know that you and the children continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love from The Siebert Clan-
Aunt Florence, Uncle Eric, Jean and Linda and families
Jane Harlin
March 12, 2002
Dear Debbie,
I am your cousin, though we don't know each other. My father-in-law, Doug Harlin, recently gave us a copy of Danny's memorial book, and looking at his picture was like looking at my own husband's face, or the face of one of his brothers. I cried through every page as I got to know Danny through the stories in the book. I hope we will meet someday. God bless you all.
love, Jane Harlin (and Mike and Eddie, too!)
francis Coppola
March 11, 2002
Man.... God bless and keep your family well. Daniel, "thank you so much for your heroism.
CATHY KANE
March 7, 2002
TO DANIEL'S FAMILY,
I DID NOT KNOW HIM BUT I RECEIVED HIS NAME ON MY AMERICAN HERO BRACELET AND I WEAR IT PROUDLY.
4 OF MY CLOSEST FRIENDS ARE FIREFIGHTERS ALONG WITH MY BROTHER-IN-LAW, FATHER-IN-LAW,RETIRED AND AN UNCLE ALL IN NEWPORT, RI AND MIDDLETOWN RI AND I AM VERY PROUD OF ALL OF THEM. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL STRENGTH THROUGH YOUR MEMORIES OF DANIEL.
January 31, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG HERO FIREMAN DANIEL HARLIN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY THE BIBICAL DANIEL GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN... AMEN
Chris, Louise & Christiana Sorensen
January 17, 2002
To our soulmate & his family:
We never knew you, but received our prayer bracelet last month as Mass & we pray for you & your family daily. God bless you for your unselfish bravery, God bless the beautiful family you left behind...give them strength, faith, love & peace in every day. May our world be a safer place because of your dedication to others & God's grace be always with you & those who will carry on your legacy.
Marian Simnor
January 16, 2002
I only found out Sunday January 13th, that Daniel, who was the brother of a childhood friend, died on 9/11. I remember my friend and her family well, they were ALL wonderful people. And I remember Danny too, he was a sweet boy. Imagine my sense of irony, when I realized that Danny belonged to the firehouse right up the block from where I work. Ten men were lost there and everyday since September I never pass by it without feeling sad and ready to cry. I always looked at their pictures, but for some reason never looked closely at the names. Monday morning, I saw for the first time the man I knew as a boy. It is very sad.
Teresa Jahn
December 30, 2001
We thank Daniel tremendously for the lives he has saved over the years as a firefighter. Such dedication comes with a heart full of love for his fellow man. May Daniel's unselfishness, his life and love continue living in those who love him and in those who have been helped by him. Our hearts cry with you for your loss of Daniel.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
J Cherbonneau
December 25, 2001
Dear Daniel,
I never met you, but reading your tribute struck a cord with me. My father prepares for deer hunting season, one week after deer hunting season is over, for the next year. Deer hunting season in Vermont, where I grew up, always took place during Thanksgiving. The attire at our Thanksgiving Day table always included men dressed in red and black checkered wool outfits! I was under the impression for years, the pilgrims wore those same outfits at their Thanksgiving table, too!
All kidding aside, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the loved ones you left behind when you became an Angel on September 11.
I know you are living with God because that is where Angels live.
Rest In Peace, Daniel and may your Angel star shine ever so brightly each night.
SEAN CONNAUGHTON
December 18, 2001
TO,DANNY&FAMILY
OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOREVER.THEY SAY SOMETIMES LIFE IS SO UNFARE AND LOOSING A GREAT QUALITY PERSON LIKE DANNY PROVES IT.TO KNOW DANNY WAS TO LOVE HIM,WHEN DANNY LAUGHED,YOU LAUGHED.WHEN DANNY SMILED,YOU SMILED,HE MADE EVERYONE FEEL WARM INSIDE,YOU NEVER WANTED TIME SPENT TO END.IN OUR LIFETIME FRIENDSHIP THERE ARE SO MANNY GREAT TIMES,AND I WILL CHERRISH THEM ALL.THE BOYS WENT HUNTING THIS YEAR AND IT JUST WAS NOT THE SAME,I GUESS IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AFTER LOOSING A FRIEND LIKE YOU.DANNY YOU TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES,YOU WILL NEVER KNOW.THE HARLIN ROCK,A DEVOTED LOVING HUSBAND AND FARTHER,A TRUE FAMILY MAN I AM PROUD TO BE ABLE TO CALL YOU MY FRIEND,SO I SAY HAKUNA MATATA MY BUDDY.I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU
Roe Wick
December 17, 2001
For Danny's Family:
I still can't believe this is real. I keep thinking it's a bad dream I can't wake up from. I can only imagine how all of you feel, being so much closer to him than I ever was. What can I say about Danny? Well, being a "newcomer" to the College Point group, I've known him for about 21 years. There's honestly not a bad thing I could say about him. Anyone that knew Danny has to agree with that. I remember hanging out and partying the most when I think about Dan. He sure loved that! He always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. As he grew up, those things didn't change. Over the last 20 years he grew from a boy into a man. A good man that I know you're all proud of. He loved Debbie, his kids and his family more than anything. I think Danny was an angel when he was here with us and now he's got the wings. I believe he's watching down over those he loved. I consider myself lucky to have known this man; I know he will be missed by me as well as the many other friends whose lives he touched.
Roe Wick
Mark Comella
December 11, 2001
For Daniel & Family,Friends,
Today I received my bracelet at church Dec.9,2001. Being a brother firefighter my thoughts and prayers are with the family/friends of Daniel. I will keep Daniel in my thoughts daily and pray for him and those he may have left behind. For Daniel and his fellow firefighters I thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you gave for others in the call of duty. May GOD BLESS Daniel's family and all the other families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001.
Truckman HFD #160
susan Byron-Landon
December 2, 2001
To Daniel's family,
Today at church I received my bracelet with Daniel's name inscribed. I will wear this bracelet with pride in remembrance of the ultimate sacrifice Daniel made to help his fellow man in the tragedy of Sept. 11th. My thoughts and prayers are forever with Daniel and his family.
Barbara & Alexandra Capalbo
December 2, 2001
I hope it helps to know that we have not forgotten what happened on 911. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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