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for DANIEL KAY
Steven Li
February 26, 2025
I never knew Dan nor watched his season on survivor. There are a lot of people I never knew about until their passings. Although his cause of death remains unknown to this day, but I respect his family, friends and associates to keep it private. My condolences.
Gillian [email protected]
December 25, 2024
Thoughts of Dan today and often. With love
Matthew
October 22, 2024
I'm thinking of you. You seemed like such a kind, gentle soul. I wish you were with us longer. Rest In Peace.
Gillian Larson
December 25, 2023
I remember Dan with fondness regularly. Now as a new season of Survivor came to an end , he was even more in my thoughts. He and I had many good chats during our season.!
Randa Khanafer
February 21, 2020
I hope you're in a better place now Dan :( My siblings and I recently began to watch Survivor: Gabon after hearing it was an underrated season, and I immediately began to root for you, and even put you down as the contestant I thought would win that season. When I saw that you had unfortunately lost, I decided to look up what you had done after leaving the show. I was shocked to find out that you had passed. Sending my condolences to the loved ones of Daniel Kay Jr.
parker odell
December 21, 2019
as season 40 of survivor comes close to airing, we are remembering all the deceased contestants. dan was so close to winning. you are remembered
John Cooper
May 17, 2019
Dan was a wonderful guy. He was my best friend in high school and we shared a beautiful kiss behind the gym.
Gillian Larson
January 1, 2019
My thoughts with all of you again today. With love.
Peggy Joyce
December 31, 2018
Dear Jean & Andrea still seems so hard looking at Dans photo. So many memories when the boys were young. My deepest sympathy to you & Andrea
Fan
February 18, 2018
Dan I am a fan of survivor and I loved u on survivor Gabon and wish u played again. U were amazing at the game and almost made the merge. I wish u were still alive so u could still have a chance of being on survivor again we all miss u and Rest In Peace.
Gillian
January 1, 2018
My thoughts have been with your family on and off all year and especially today.RIP Dan
C Williams
December 30, 2017
A year later. Big fan of you from Survivor. I know your family was blessed by your time on earth. Rest in Peace.
Jamie
January 30, 2017
Goodbyes hurt when the story is not finished and the book has been closed forever. Rest in peace Dan. xoxo
January 9, 2017
Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14. Lima Ohio ,Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at Hosea 13:14. Lima Ohio
Linda Dugdale
January 8, 2017
I am shocked to hear of Dan's passing. Deepest sympathies to all the families. He was taken from us far too soon. We all have great memories to hold him close to us but it does not lessen the pain of losing him.
In Sympathy and In Friendship and Love, Linda & Peter Dugdale of East Walpole, MA and Daniel Dugdale of Walpole, MA
Susan Dale
January 8, 2017
Dear Jean, I want to extend my deepest sorrow and condolence to you for the loss of your son, Daniel. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Andrea, and Dan's children at this sad time. xoxo Susan Dale
Anonymous
January 7, 2017
Dan I am at a loss for words, it's crazy that you've left this Earth. I hope wherever you are, you're happy. Just remember, there are so many people here that care and love you.
Terry Patenaude
January 7, 2017
Jean,thoughts and prayers are with you at this most sorrowful time. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jim Dirubbo
January 7, 2017
Jean, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you, Andrea, and Dan's children.
Sandra Burns
January 6, 2017
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS
Heidi Helwig
January 6, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Kay Family. My heart aches over the far too early passing of my pal Dan Kay. I smile because I had the pleasure of knowing Dan! He made you laugh, he had you on your toes with his quick-witted comebacks, his smile would light up the room, and a personality like no other. I'll miss seeing him around base but I'll especially miss seeing him on the golf course! RIP Dan, you were one cool dude.
Shawn Desmond
January 6, 2017
Jean and Andrea,
Just this past summer (Andrea) you and I were talking about the good ole Sawyer Lake days and home run derbies in the neighbor's backyard. John, Chris, Brian, Danny, Pete and Mike. All the Sawyer Lake gang. Danny will be missed. Here's to pointing and aiming at the bushes.
Roger and Sue
January 6, 2017
Rest in Peace, Dan. We're still in shock. Sympathy to family and friends.
Melissa Henderson
January 6, 2017
I am so shocked and very sorry to hear of Dan's passing, he truly was a genuinely good person. I worked with Dan as an attorney for years in Quincy/Boston and he was truly one of a kind. I will always have fond memories from those years and thankful for having known him at that time in life. My deepest condolences to his family, may you find some comfort at this time in knowing how many peoples lives he touched in a positive way. Rest In Peace Dan.
Noel Cordero
January 6, 2017
May you most cherished moments give you peace.
January 5, 2017
RIP Dan , hope you're at peace . Your family are in my prayers .
Donna Burns
January 5, 2017
Jean and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences are offered out to you. May your most cherished moments give you peace.
With sympathy
Donna and Rick Burns and family
Elizabeth Arigo
January 5, 2017
I am deeply sorry for the loss of not only a son but a loving father and caring man to his girlfriend. I will always remember Dan with a smile on his face when he came into our salon for his haircuts as he always talked highly of his family. He will always be remembered as someone who was so full of life. My deepest thoughts and prayers to the family
Hedda Schaffner
January 5, 2017
Jean, I am so sorry to hear this. My Thoughts and Prayers are with You and Your Family at this difficult time.
Fred and Mary Cabral
January 5, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Jean and Andrea . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Renny
January 5, 2017
Dan was a friend of ours at UMass and I am so sorry and sad to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to his entire family, his girlfriend and friends. He had a kind heart, contagious smile and even though we graduated so long ago and haven't been back for Homecoming in a number of years, it still feels like yesterday. Dan, you were too young for this to happen. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will be missed.
John Palmer family
January 5, 2017
Dearest Jean and Andrea, Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Dan was a wonderful person and one who will be missed by many. We will always have fond memories of times spent together on Sawyer Lake and skiing at Gunstock. We will always remember Dan's great smile. Love, Buzz, Ginny, John, Brian and Tina (Palmer)
Pat Mulhearn Mellen
January 5, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Donna Garvey
January 5, 2017
To all of Dan's family, friends and his Mother, children and girlfriend, I was so saddened to hear that Dan had passed suddenly. Please take comfort in knowing that Dan will live on in the hearts and memories of all who knew and loved him. I knew Dan from the Contracting community at Hanscom Air Force Base and certainly remember that bright smile of his! He will be missed. May the Lord comfort all of you. Rest peacefully Dan.
Tina Wesson
January 5, 2017
40 is just so young!!! To Dan's loved ones, know he is still with you. Just not where you can see. There are no words, only prayers and people holding you up while you try to find your way through your new reality. My heart felt sympathy! Tina Wesson
Jillian Segarra
January 5, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Dan when I was working at Hanscom, and he and I were part of a large group of young people they made supervisory Contacting Officerers. I also took a few contracting courses with him on the base. He was always so kind and willing to share his knowledge. He will be missed.
Ken Chambers
January 5, 2017
I cannot feel enough for the family. While I am saddened by the news, I cannot be more thankful he was a devout Christian and is now with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Jennifer Ferris
January 4, 2017
My deepest condolences. Saddened by this tragic news. Dan always had a great smile on his face. Prayers for the family.
M. P.
January 4, 2017
God bless him. He is now onto a new journey. We will all meet up with him one day. May he watch over his children with joy and happiness and become a real guardian angel. Travel on Dan! We know you will be watching.
Michael Grappo MJ Grappo Realty Associates
January 4, 2017
I had the pleasure to meet and work with Dan in the mid 2000's in boston. I'm a real estate broker and I often referred clients to him. Dan was one of a kind. Overly helpful, too nice, so kind, killer good looks and dressed all the way every time I'd see him. He went out of his way every time. I never met anyone like him in my business. He loved to be great and what he did. He loved to help others. I wish I got to know him better. I can't imagine the loss to those he loved. I offer to all concerned my deepest sympathy and condolences for this tragic loss. Dan had so much to give.
Rich and Ruth Dziubaniuk
January 4, 2017
Much love to you and Andrea. Wish we could be there to hug you Jean. We will be there in spirit and you are in our prayers❤❤
Deborah Brissette
January 4, 2017
Jean & Andrea, With Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your son and brother. My thoughts & prayers and deepest condolences are with you and your family at this difficult time. I remember Dan growing up on Eleanor Road as neighbors who lived across the street from each other at a very young age. Dan was a true star and may he rest in peace.
Patricia Stahler
January 4, 2017
Sorry to hear what happen to him his family are in my prayer
Patti Bernier
January 4, 2017
Jean, Our deepest condolences, sending you and your family love, strength and courage during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, love Dave and Patti Bernier, your PEZ friends from NH
Al R
January 4, 2017
Fly high with the Angels in Heaven under the comfort of God for eternity RIP
Steph San Juan
January 4, 2017
To the Kay's, sending you strength and the comfort of the warmest memories of Dan. I had the pleasure of knowing him through work and mutual friends while I was at Hanscom. Even after years working together, corresponding with him was as if it were yesterday.
Bet you're the best dressed up there, Dan! Miss you, pal.
Karen t Turner
January 4, 2017
RiP Dan You will be miss Dearly my all your Family and friends watch him play on survivor one Great guy
sarah wadstrup
January 4, 2017
Rest in peace prayers to your Family.
Jack & Jean Kirkham
January 4, 2017
This is such a sad time for someone who had his whole life ahead of him. He loved his family, called his mother almost everyday, loved his two children, and his sister Andrea. He loved life and gave everything he did 100%.. He will be missed
Jim Early
January 4, 2017
Rest in Peace Dan, you will be sorely missed. Prayers for his loved ones
Katie Smith
January 4, 2017
I went to law school with Dan. He was so incredibly kind and fun to be around. My deepest condolences to his family. Rest In Peace Dan.
Jennifer and Kevin Kay
January 4, 2017
Jean and Andrea- Our hearts are heavy, we are devastated by Dan's passing. Kevin and I are here for whatever you need. The world lost a kind soul but the heavens gained an angel. May you find some comfort from the all the love and support from family and friends around you. May his light forever shine bright!
January 4, 2017
I went to high school with Dan. We didn't run in the same circles but I knew him to be a great guy. Way too young to be gone. Prayers to his family and children.
Andrea Genduso Krause
January 4, 2017
Jean my deepest condolences to you and your family. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
January 4, 2017
I am heartbroken and shocked.. handsome, smart, loving, deep, caring, a good friend and truly a good man. Your smile could light up any room and honestly you had a depth to you that's unmatched! i will miss you and your beautiful blue eyes and kind heart..you just had a way about you! Gone way too soon my forever friend. My thoughts and prayers to your family and all those who love you. Devastating. RIP. xoxo Love Keri
Jeff Levy
January 4, 2017
I am a Realtor and Dan and I worked a lot together years ago when he was doing Real Estate Law. We struck up a friendship and went to some Red Sox games together. He was a great guy and I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.
Gail
January 4, 2017
I watch him on Survivor and he was amazing. Gone to young. Prayers to his whole family.
Richard Taylor
January 4, 2017
Such a smart, caring man - GONE TOO SOON! Fly High DK!
Jeffrey Kracht
January 4, 2017
Always liked and related to Dan from what I saw on the show. My sincere condolences.
Lynn Thomas
January 4, 2017
Dan was a friend of mine who helped me a great deal over the Summer and up until recently, and I am saddened by this news. My deepest sympathies to his children, family, and friends.
Lynn Thomas
January 4, 2017
Dan was a friend of mine who helped me through some tougher times over the Summer and up until recently. I am saddened by this news and my deepest sympathies to his children, family, and friends.
Lynn - Boston, MA - friend
mary johns
January 4, 2017
Rest in peace Dan
Dena Faccio
January 4, 2017
I met Dan through my brother, while he was in law school. We dated for several AMAZING months and even traveled to Aruba. Not a day goes by that I don't think about the amazing time we spent together. Life took us in different paths and the long-distance would prevent us from dating. (Although I did spend time with him periodically when he was in town (Manhattan).
Dan was always up-beat and and a little ditsy and that is why I loved him! During this time it is important to remember the good times. I never stopped loving Dan. I am going to miss him.
Dena Faccio
Dawn Chap
January 4, 2017
I never met Dan but, enjoyed his tenacity and strength on the television show "Survivor," my sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace. Dawn
Randy Ortega
January 4, 2017
I did not know of this man's existence until this very day, but almost immediately I have learned the world has lost a good man. I would have been pleased to have known and called him a colleague as a member of one of our sister state bars. May GOD bless all the family and friends at this trying time and be comforted by his faith in Christ.
Lori
January 4, 2017
I worked with Dan years ago and I can say he was a truly hardworking man with a great personality and a caring heart, he will be missed. May his light shine bright.
My deepest sympathy to his family, friends and loved ones...
Larry Johnson
January 4, 2017
Soo sorry to hear this sad news. I didnt know him personally but this is so sad. I will be praying for his family at this time and that God almighty be with them during this time. God bless the family.
Jordan Beck
January 3, 2017
My thoughts are with the Kay family.
Eamon Woods
January 3, 2017
A good man with a big heart, gone too soon.
Deepest condolences to the family.
Denise Newcomb
January 4, 2017
I am just a Survivor Fan. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.❤✝
Cindy Joyce
January 3, 2017
Jean and Andrea,
So very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He was a huge part of our family growing up, and I remember him with much fondness. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Joyce
Alesha Lane
January 3, 2017
Much love and prayers your way, we are so sorry for your loss
Jonathan Jirak
January 3, 2017
A Survivor super fan here. Anyone who has the courage to go on that show clearly has a drive to live life to the fullest. His life was so much more than an appearance on a reality show, but hopefully it brings comfort to his survivors that he'll always be one of our Survivors. From the Survivor community to your community, sending love and deepest condolences.
Peggy Joyce
January 3, 2017
Dear Jean & Andrea, our deepest sympathy for the passing of Dan, our memories reach back to Bryan and Dan, and there antics on Eleanor Road, his picture is still the Daniel we knew with the big smile
Fondly, Peggy & Marty Joyce
Marci Bacher
January 3, 2017
My deepest sympathies. I enjoyed Dan on Survivor. May you find comfort in knowing he is with the Lord watching over you all. Your Guardian Angel. Thoughts and Prayers to all.
Elizabeth Vander Wal
January 3, 2017
I went to law school at Syracuse with Dan, and dated him for almost a year. I am devastated to learn of his passing. My love and condolences to all of his family and friends. Dan was so much fun - full of adventure and lust for achievement. This is a sad time for all of our crew from SU.
BETSY NEIL
January 3, 2017
Deepest sympathy to Daniels family & friends. Healing prayers to all.
Jeff Probst
January 3, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Dan was a bright light and a joy to have on Survivor. My deepest condolences. Jeff Probst
Aaron Paulter
January 3, 2017
I've never met Dan, but I really identified with his outlook on life and his journey while watching him on Survivor. He showed that sensitivity and masculinity go hand in hand. Kindest thoughts to his family and friends.
Lynda Boyce
January 3, 2017
My prayers to his family. I loved him on Survivor. He will be terribly missed.
Carole & Ray Kavinsky
January 3, 2017
My prayers, thoughts and love go out to Jean and the entire family. This is such a difficult time and beyond understanding. Put your trust in God to help you get through this unimaginable time in your lives. There aren't words to express our sympathy.
to understand. Put your trust in God to help you to get through this
Diane & Daniel Mantha
January 3, 2017
Dear Jean
There's no word that can express how sorry we are to hear about the death of your son Daniel. We were very stunned to hear this news and still can't believe that it really happened. During this difficult moment, our thoughts are always with you and the members of your family.
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Our love and sympathy to you, Andrea and the members of your family.
Diane & Daniel
Chris Terris
January 3, 2017
Just a Survivor fan who loved Dan on the show. I didn't know him personally but from what I saw he was a lovely person and I wish his family the best.
Gillian
January 3, 2017
Such sad news. I am deeply saddened by his passing. He was my "Survivor buddy" on season 17 and I remember his tattoo "Carpe Diem" and his zest for life. My love, prayers and condolences to his family and friends. His Survivor family is feeling struck by his passing too. Many are asking and we are all deeply saddened. RIP Dan.
Jennifer Cetin
January 3, 2017
Andrea and Jean, I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Love is with you as you heal in the days ahead.
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