Danielle M. Graves

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Graves,

I was so very, very sorry to learn about Danielle's death. I know that there is little that I can do to soften your grief, but I hope it helps to know that Danielle was so special and touched so many. I was her teacher when you moved to Westgate. I remember a beautifully dressed little girl with long, freshly curled hair and a delightfully irreverant sense of humor. I think of her often and will continue to have her among my most special teaching memories.

Mr and Mrs Graves,

I had the honor of having your daughter as a student at Westside Middle School and was so sorry to read of her passing. She truly was one of the special students that brings light into a teacher's life. Her generosity of spirit, her willingness to help others and her gentle soul truly touched those around her. I can still see her sitting in her desk puzzling over her reading assignment and then the light going on in her head as she "got it." I know that your...

Dear Gary and Mary,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. When I worked with you at Sportmart in Illinois Gary--Danielle was just a toddler. Even then she was just beautiful. You certainly raised and exceptional child. May you find comfort in God's abiding love. Again, I'm so sorry.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Graves,
i am so sorry for your loss. i worked with Danielle at the Zoo. i was extremly close to her. and she was the one who taught me everything i kno about working there. i just wanted to tell you that i feel ur pain and Danielle will always be in my heart.

luv her and always thinking about her

sherry

Danielle was like my other big sister. She was a loving and giving person. We always played Mario Kart and watched movies together. She always smiled and loved to laugh and make everyone happy. She also taught me some Latin and told me to work hard at school and get good grades. Thank you for all the things that you taught me, Danielle, and I look forward to seeing you in heaven some day - where we will play again. I love you, miss you, and will never, ever forget you.

I was very sorry to hear about Danielle. I had met her a few times with Austin and she was very fun and loving. She will be missed dearly and I know that she is in a good place and the angels are taking care of her.

Sheila Stricklin
Friend of Austin's

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Graves

I'm very sorry to hear about Danielle. I worked with Danielle at the Henry Doorly Zoo, she was a sweet, kind and loving person.She always had a smile on her face when she was at work. She will always be in my thoughts and will not ever forget her.

Mr. and Mrs. Graves,
I was so saddened to hear of Danielle's untimely passing. I was her reading teacher when she attended Westgate Elementary. We all enjoyed her positive, cheerful personality. She was one of those students who always "stays with you" after they move on in the grades. May your fond memories of her sustain you at this most difficult time. Know that she brought many smiles to teachers and students while she was at Westgate.

Sincerely,
Kathleen Brady

Danielle was a saint amoung sinners. She would give a dime if she only had a nickle. Which is why its so hard for me to understand; why her. She was the best thing that happened to me, and many others. The world is a lesser place with out her.

All we can do is be thankful the lord gave us the time that he did.
Its obvious the lord only hand picks the best. I know she is better off than us, but it still hurts; this was to soon.

I'd like to thank her parents for...