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Daniel Morrosis Obituary

MORROSIS, DANIEL Daniel Morrosis, 28, of Thornton. Son of Daniel and Rebecca Morrosis; brother of Amy Burris and Dana Morrosis; grandson of Ted and Edith Morrosis and Bobbie and Joe Bob Franklin; uncle to Gabe Munro and Riley Burris. Visitation Wednesday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Services Thursday 2:30 p.m.; both at Olinger Highland Mortuary. Interment at Highland Cemetery.

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Published by Denver Post on Dec. 28, 2004.

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Dominic Elias

November 6, 2012

Dan,
I miss you my friend. I think about you all the time but you have really been heavy on my mind and on my heart as of late. There is always so many things that remind me of you. So many things I do in my life I wish I could share with you, tell you about them. I now live in Los Angeles and I always think about how we'd talk about moving here together. Sure wish you were on this Journey with me buddy. You were so talented in so many ways I knew you'd be a star. You were always there for me, supporting me in what ever I did and never cared what people thought of you because of it and I will forever be grateful for that. You taught me so much about myself, about life and about friendship Dan, I hope you know that. I love you and miss you Dan and you will always be one of the most amazing people I have ever known.

Anna Marie Sterling

December 18, 2007

This time of year is hard. I think about you always.

Libby Key

May 28, 2006

I miss you Daniel. For the last 2 weeks while thinking of your Mom, Dad & family -there was a song we use to sing; I'll Talk To The Father For You & if I know my Father -Here's what He'll do-He will lay at your feet all the things you pursue-It's no bother -for my Father will fix this for you. You are missed & loved..We hold on to the 'Promise' that our hearts will be made whole again. Forever Aunt Libby

Printess Abbott

January 1, 2006

Danny...it's so hard to sit here and comprehend that you are gone. I found myself speaking of you to everyone I came in contact with. It still feels to me that you are just miles away and that is the only thing keeping us from talking and getting to see each other and our family. This Christmas was so hard without you, I looked at Grandmas face while she opened gifts and all she could do was cry because you weren't there. I've never seen her look so down. She is the strongest woman I know until it comes to the grandkids, you know that. I wish so much that you were here, I wanted my son to know you. I promise Danny I will keep you alive in our hearts and I will make sure my son knows what a wonderful person you were. Danny please help us be strong because our hearts mourn constantly without you here. Merry Christmas Danny...God has a beautiful angel to spread His love. I love you

Your cousin, Printess

Amy Burris

December 31, 2005

I can't beleave its been a year. I still think it was hours ago that you left us. I miss you so much. It was hard getting thru this Christmas without you there. Helping with the tree, helping with putting Riley and Gabe's toys together, hearing your jokes and laughter. It was such an empty Christmas such a sad Christmas. I hope you were looking upon us on this holiday. I hope you got to see Riley and Gabe opening their presents. Riley made a wish hopeing you could come home for Christmas, but she remembered you were with the fairies (that is what Riley calls Heaven and the angels) and that you couldn't come home. It was so hard to hear but it shows how much she misses you. She talks about you all the time. I hope that one day God or what ever power that is out there will give me the answers. I will find away Danny. I know you are still protecting us where ever you are. I love you Danny and I need your guidence to move on. Thank you for being my brother, my friend, my laughter, my spirit and soul, my strength and courage and for always being there when I needed you. You were everything to me and Riley. I love you

Love

Amy and Riley

Amy Burris

December 27, 2005

Danny

I can't beleave its been a year. I still think it was hours ago that you left us. I miss you so much. It was hard getting thru this Christmas without you there. Helping with the tree, helping with putting Riley and Gabe's toys together, hearing your jokes and laughter. It was such an empty Christmas such a sad Christmas. I hope you were looking upon us on this holiday. I hope you got to see Riley and Gabe opening their presents. Riley made a wish hopeing you could come home for Christmas, but she remembered you were with the fairies (that is what Riley calls Heaven and the angels) and that you couldn't come home. It was so hard to hear but it shows how much she misses you. She talks about you all the time. I hope that one day God or what ever power that is out there will give me the answers. I will find away Danny. I know you are still protecting us where ever you are. I love you Danny and I need your guidence to move on. Thank you for being my brother, my friend, my laughter, my spirit and soul, my strength and courage and for always being there when I needed you. You were everything to me and Riley. I love you

Love

Amy and Riley

LIBBY KEY

December 25, 2005

(FOR MY NEPHEW DANIEL)

OUR TIMES TOGETHER WERE NOT ENOUGH

EACH MEMORY I HOLD DEAR. IT REALLY SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY BUT THIS CHRISTMAS IS A YEAR.

YOUR ARRIVAL AT ST. JOSEPH'S -

YOUR PARENTS PRIDE & JOY

YOUR SISTERS LOVE & LAUGHTER

CAME WITH THIS BABY BOY.

THEN BLOOMED A HANDSOME GENTLEMAN

WITH LOTS OF LIFE TO LIVE-

THE PROTECTOR TO HIS FAMILY

WITH SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE.

FROM THE ROCKIES TO MONTANA-

FROM ALABAMA AND TO ROME-

THOSE SUNDAY MEALS AT MAMMA'S

ALWAYS BROUGHT YOU HOME.

KNOWING THERE ARE ANSWERS WE ENDLESSLY PERSUE - AND WITH OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS - THE ANSWERS WILL COME THROUGH.

MY LOVE FOREVER, AUNT LIBBY

Amy Burris

October 20, 2005

Danny,

Happy Halloween!! Our favorite holiday is here. It is also Riley's favorite as well. She wants you to take her trick or treating. But she knows you can't make it. She wants to show you her costume she is so excited. I often wonder what character you would dress up as this year. I dread Halloween coming up its only a week away. I catch myself picking up the phone and asking "So what are we doing this year for Halloween" "Where are we going" "What are you going to be this year". I don't even want to go out this year not without you. Halloween is no longer fun for me without you, but I put on a brave face and move on and make it the best for Riley because she loves Halloween so much, just like you and I did. I love to see Riley so excited and happy when Halloween comes. She reminds me of you. This is what will keep me going on Halloween this is what makes me happy. I know you will be there in sprit I know you wont miss this. Seeing Riley and Gabe on Halloween and walking along side them as they go trick or treating. I think of you everyday and I miss you. Happy Halloween Danny I love you.

Amy & Riley

Amy Burris

August 26, 2005

Little Brother

I want to wish you a happy birthday! This day is so very hard for me as I know it is for you. Our birthday's are only a week apart and we always plan to do something together. This is the first birthday we are not together and it is so hard. I can't tell you how much this hurts. I can't even think this week. I keep messing up forgetting what day it is or what I need to get done for the day. Mom, Dad, Dana, Gabe and Riley had some of your (our)friends over and we had dinner and birthday cake to celebrate your day. But you were missing. How could Danny be missing he never missed a birthday. You always tried to make it special. I miss you so much Danny, I want to laugh again like I use to with you. Riley often asked about you and asked where you were for your birthday, if you were coming home. It hurts everytime to explain to her where you are. She was so excited for your birthday to get here. There are days I still don't beleave you are gone. Waiting for your call to see what I want to do, where do I want to go for my birthday. The rest of this year will be so hard. Our favorite holiday is coming up Halloween. Asking each other what we are going to dress up as. Riley's birthday, Christams (the hardest) and New Years. I love you so much and miss you so much that I wonder how do I get up in the morning. I miss you Danny and I wanted to tell you HAPPY BIRTHDAY.

Love

Amy & Riley

Anna-Marie Sterling

August 25, 2005

Happy Birthday, Dan. We love you and we miss you so much.

Love, Anna Marie and Dylan

Angela Scarpino

August 25, 2005

I just found out about Danny, one week ago. I went to Ranum with Danny and had a huge crush on him. I couldn't wait to see him this ten year reunion (hoping he was planning on going). I asked around, and finally on the last day when I mentioned, "Danny didn't come" And someone told me about his passing.

It is fresh for me as I am sure this fresh feeling never fades for his parents, family and close friends. I have not seen him since highschool, he was very handsom, had an amazingly beautiful smile, very hugable and kissable, unique, and "very out of my league" of most guys that I was interested in (I am sure he would say the same about me), but we had fun, and that is what makes him so memorable, I never forgot about him and never will...

Amy Burris

April 6, 2005

I Miss You:

I miss you

I miss you so bad

I don’t forget you

Oh it’s so sad

I hope you can hear me

I remember it clearly

The day you slipped away

Was the day I found

It won’t be the same

I didn’t get around to kiss you

Goodbye on the hand

I wish that I could see you again

I know that I can’t

I hope you can hear me

I remember it clearly

I’ve had my wake up

Won’t you wake up

I keep asking why

I can’t take it

It wasn’t fake

It happened you passed by

Now you’re gone

There you go

Somewhere I can’t bring you back

Now you’re gone

There you go

Somewhere you’re not coming back

I MISS YOU

I Love you Danny

Love Amy

Julia Mercier

January 25, 2005

I just pass your grave a couple of weeks ago and remembered all the good times we had. You were a dear friend for many years and we went through a lot together. You probably know me more than anyone. I miss you deeply and think about you all the time.

After all the years of knowing each other I had never got a picture of us. I was lucky that I was able to get one when we went out this Halloween. I will always charish it.

Josh really thought very highly of you too. I am so glad that you two hit it off so well. He saw you as one of his best friends.

I wish all the best the the Morrosis family,

Julia

Dan Morrosis

January 14, 2005

This is a poem I found of Danny's. So much talent. He wrote others but they were lost. I have read Dan's poems, not all were sad most of them were full of Joy. He wrote alot about his family and friends. We all love you Danny. Love Amy your sister ---

I found that they were mismatched faces

A daily circus, cheap Picassos

I’ve never felt so alone

Remember when we use to sell our souls

For whatever came next

Check and see the next page

Crossing bridges checking your demeanor

I was there just, watching your sad faces

Retriever fetching bones from closets, I’ll sit soundly.

No one will ever know

Sounds of clouds and skies

How the wont’ ever stop from crying

Acid rain how it seems to burn.

I find it kind of funny, I find it kind of sad,

That in dreams in which I’m dying

Are the best I’ve ever had.

I find it hard to tell you.

I find it hard to say.

When people go round in circles it’s a very, very mad world.

Poem by Dan C. Morroris

May you live in peace

Daniel Morrosis

January 14, 2005

Dear Son,

It is hard for me to write down all of the emotions I am feeling right now. The anger, the guilt, but most of all the loss. I never thought I could feel so much pain. I think I have aged a hundred years. I keep hoping that you will walk through the door, or when I get home from work you will be there watching TV or talking on the phone. I can't help but regret the thought that your niece and nephew won't fully remember their uncle. We will always be telling them about you and your love for them, but somehow that just doesn't seem to be enough.

I love and miss you more than anything. I am constantly thinking of you, your sisters and my grandchildren.

I LOVE YOU SON,

DAD

Printess Key

January 11, 2005

This is a poem Prin wrote to Danny. - Thank you Prin - Amy

Goodbye is not the word

You ever want to say

For when I said good-bye

It was only yesterday

Today I’m here without you

Without your smiling face

Without your love and laughter

Your hugs and your embrace

I never thought of losing you

Or of what would come tomorrow

Telling those you love

Of our loss and of our sorrow

Each day that comes and passes

I feel that your still here

That I’ll awaken from this nightmare

That’s become my biggest fear

I wish that I could talk to you

To tell you how I feel

To let you know I love you

But I know that that’s unreal

I know that you’r in Heaven

I know your smiling down

I know you wouldn’t want

A single soul to wear a frown

So I tell you that I love you

And pray that you hear me

You’r forever in my thoughts

And in everything I see.

I love you Danny.

Printess

Anna-Marie Sterling

January 10, 2005

A day doesn't pass where I don't think of you. I miss you. In the rare moments when my phone does ring, I still think it may be you on the other line. I miss your smile, I miss your face, I miss your warm bear hugs. You'll never know how much I appreciated you when you were there for me, especially when you were there for Dylan. He loved you. He was always happy to see you. It's painful to sign this in your memory. It should not have happened to you. This should not have happened to your family. Everybody misses you so much.

Love,

Anna-Marie

Deveni Christian

January 9, 2005

I found out a few day ago about Dan's passing. I went to Ranum with Dan he always hung around with Eli P. and was always so full of life and I remember seeing Dan at clubs after high school and he used to shave his beard in funny ways. I always thought he could be a model. In high School I remeber receiving two dozen red roses for Valentines day from Mr. Dan. Wish we had never lost touch. I truly believe Dan can hear everything we say, He is never going to be too far away from you. To Dan's Mother... I am a mother now and I cannot imagine the extent of this pain for you. You must've always seen Dan as "your little boy" even as a man.I am deeply sorrowfull for his passing and hope each day get's just a little easier for you and your family.

Amy Burris

January 9, 2005

Words can't explain the hurt I feel. I had to explain to my daughter (your neice) where you are. She calls your name and looks for you. I had to tell her you went with the Angels. Her reply was "Can I go see the Angels too Mama?" I almost lost it again. Riley misses you so much as do all of us. She loved to play chase, catch, playing in the sand, being tossed in the air and you carring her up on your shoulders. I miss talking to you and just hearing your voice. And calling me out of the blue asking me to "Bring those babies over so I can see them." You made me laugh so often it kept my mind off alot of things going on in my life. How can I go on. I look at Riley and there's my answer. I still can't believe your gone. And i'm scared of the day it really does hit me. I hope you are by myside to help me through this. There is so much I want to talk to you about. I find myself picking up the phone to talk or going and hanging out or even going into the study at mom and dad's to watch TV and talk with you. I miss you so much and I love you always Danny.

Love

Amy and Riley

Gabe Munro

January 8, 2005

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I love you Uncle Danny!

Love,

Gabe (age 2)

Gabe Munro

January 7, 2005

Uncle Dan,

I miss you. Sometimes I call out your name to see if you're there. You were always kissing and hugging me. You took me outside and played ball with me. Constantly chasing me around and throwing balls for me to catch or chase. You took me outside to play in the sand. You wrestled with me and chased me and I ran screaming with laughter the whole time. You're the best uncle in the world. I got the birthday gift you picked out for me yesterday. I love wearing it and I'm going to have it in my 2 year pictures tomorrow.

I love you Uncle Danny.

Love,

Gabe

Mary Anderson(Hochmiller)

January 7, 2005

I don't even know where to begin,Dan was always such a wonderful part of my life.Never a time went by when Dan couldn't cheer me up either with his energetic personality , contagious smile, or warm heart. He was always there to make light of a dark situation. He made several of our classes in high school worth showing up to everyday.I will never forget sixth grade math either ,Dan always sat in front of me and whenever we graded our papers he would always turn around and hand my paper back to me to see if I wanted to correct the problems that I had missed.(Always looking out for others.) I never would have even thought that our dance on my wedding day six years ago would be our last. He will be greatly missed by many. I will always have a piece of him in my heart and will cherish the many memories that I have. I know that Dan will always be watching over those that he loved and probably even over some that he didn't even know because that is just they way Dan is.We will all miss you so much Danny.I feel confident that you are at peace and not alone right now as I am sure Mike was there to greet you.

To Mr. and Mrs. Morrosis and Family: No words can take the hurt and sadness away in a time like this I just want to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you and to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Dylan Sterling-Bauer

January 6, 2005

I looked for you in your room today. Even though I couldn't see you, you were there. When I cried in middle of the the night, you came to comfort me; when I was hungry, you fed me; when I was antsy, you played with me; when I was dirty, you bathed me and I am thankful. I miss you, my playmate, my caretaker, my friend. You won't be forgotten.

Much love,

Dylan

Rebecca Morrosis

January 4, 2005

Danny,

My precious son, the light of my life now and always. I still can not accept that you are gone. But you will never be far away from those that loved you. I know you are still watching over those you loved. I find myself listening for your laugh or that special way of walking that you had. I don't think you ever really walked, you bounced. You were never still. You could always cheer me up when I was down and I will never get over losing you. If only, is something we all say at times like this and I am no exception. I wish I could have helped you to find yourself. No mother can bear to lose a child, especially knowing that her child died alone without his family by his side and in the company of strangers. I know that you know how much your family loved you and you will live in our hearts forever.

Love,

Mom

Riley Burris

January 4, 2005

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I love you Uncle Dan. I wrote this for you.

Love Riley (age 3)

Riley Burris

January 4, 2005

I love you Uncle Dan. I miss you so much. I wish I could come see you and the Angels. I will always remember you. I love you

Love Riley (age 3)

Dana Morrosis

January 4, 2005

I guess I'm still in shock about this and it doesn't seem real even though we've gone through the funeral. There is a huge void in my life now and it will never be the same. I look at my son and I cry because I want him to remember your voice, your humor, and the love you had for him, your family and friends. It's my job to make sure that he remembers you always and I won't fail you. I wish we had had more time together and that I had had the chance to hug you one more time and tell you I love you. I do know that you're listening now and that you'll always be there for me and Gabe. I love you. You were a very special person and I know you're at peace and happy now.

I Love You,

Dana & Gabe

Brian Key

January 3, 2005

I will miss you so much! Even though the miles kept us from seeing each other as often as we would have liked, we will always be family, and you will always be loved. Forever and always, your cousin,

Amy Burris

January 1, 2005

I often wished I had said I love you more to you Danny. I hope everyone takes a lesson from me. (Poem)

If I Knew -

If I knew it would be the last time that I'd see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in more tightly and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door, I would give you a hug and kiss and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time, I could spare an extra minute to stop and say "I Love You" instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time I would be there to share your day, Well I'm sure you'll have so many more, so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything just right.

There will always be another day to say "I Love You", and certainly there's another chance to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I'd like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, and today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow, why not do it today? For if tomorrow never comes, you'll surely regret the day, that you didn't take the extra time for a smile, a hug or a kiss and you were too busy to grant someone, what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today, and whisper in their ear, tell them how much you love them and that you'll always hold them dear.

Take time to say "Im sorry", "Please forgive me", "Thank you" or "It's okay". And if tomorrow never comes, you'll have no regrets about today.

I miss you so much Danny. I love you - Amy (sister)

Printess Key

December 31, 2004

I would have never imagined losing you Danny, we got in so much trouble together when we were little, hiding in dresser drawers and putting birds in jars at grandma's. You will be greatly missed, although distance kept us apart you will forever and have always remained in my heart. I love you. Aunt Becky, Uncle Dan, Amy & Dana Im so sorry I coulnd't be there. Your in my prayers.

Your cousin,

Printess Key

Amy Burris

December 31, 2004

I will always think of you and I will always miss you. You were always there for me. I will miss your laugh, your smile, your hugs, our talks and our adventures. I Love you dearly my brother.

Your sister

Amy

Tyson HIcks

December 29, 2004

Dan was a good friend, always their to talk when somone needed him most.

We all looked up to him in some way for his confidence and charisma.

Christopher Flower

December 29, 2004

My man! Your brilliant smile and aesthetic natures lit the room. You will be missed.

Heather Wallace

December 28, 2004

You will be greatly missed, I will never forget all the times that you were there for me and the way you could always make me laugh.

Kaycee Vickers

December 28, 2004

Beckie,

I'm so sorry to hear about your son, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Dana Hernandez

December 28, 2004

Becky and Family,

I can not find may words to express my deepest sympath for what you and your family must be going through. I did not know your son Daniel personally, but I do know a mothers love for her children. I can't begin to realize the pain and sorrow that you must be feeling.

I am so sorry, please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Deepest Sympathy,

Troy, Dana and Family

(Ginger's family)