Daniel Elan Tallan

How has this already been 12 years ago? The ties from our elementary years are strong. He was an awesome roller skater! Peace to all!

I grew up with Danny from elementary to high school and we were friends...had not thought about him until this week, and the funny thing about it is I think about the mohawk haircut first...that's how I remember the fun Danny- with the most awesome mohawk!! Way ahead of his time in that regard. I am deeply saddened to hear of our loss. My deepest condolences and sympathies to the entire family. Danny will be missed by so many...

I was never close to Danny in high school, but I always admired his zeal for life that was evident even back in high school. He added an element of fun and kept our teacher, Mrs. Smith on her toes in our Spanish classes! I will never forget the black leather jacket that complimented his mohawk perfectly! For some reason I also remember he loved animals a lot back then and I admired that as well. My deepest sympathy to his beloved family and dog, Monkey.

I saw Daniel on some good days, and I saw him on some not-so-good days. I saw him generous, and I saw him angry. I always wished him the best. My heart goes out to his family and friends.

Danny my first osu nemesis i will forever be grateful for have growing up with u and always staying out of trouble..I will never forget the nights @skateworld watching u outskate everyone.best on wheels man ! i love you and you will be sadly missed.your ole buddy grimmiss

It is amazing how much this news breaks my heart. I was never that close with Danny, but I did know him from elementary school through high school... To his family- I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you can find some comfort in the memories of Danny. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I knew Danny from high school. He was a great person...always fun and entertaining. Unfortunately, we haven't been in touch since then. My sincere condolences go out to his family.

Danny was my first ever neighbor and my first idol. He influenced my own punk rock and extreme sports phases and I always wanted to hang out with him (but was too young). It's great to see that he influenced others and lived life to its fullest. The world just got a little less cool, and a lot less fun. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

We were the neighbors next door with three young children, when Danny was a kid. We watched him and his brothers grow, as they lived a very full, and sometimes, mischievous, but always energetic, life. Your family is in our prayers in the season of mourning.