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Shirley curtis
November 8, 2021
Oh Holly I just looked you two up and saw Dan passed in 2016. Jerry passed in 2018. This ole world sure lost two wonderful men. My belated condolences sweet lady. Hope you are ok.
Linda Milligan (Oxley)
December 23, 2016
Dear Holly,
I just learned about Dan's passing. I'm so sad. He was a wonderful man and an excellent teacher and scholar. Plus he was a very funny, kind and talented person that made the Department of English at OSU a wonderful place to be a graduate student. I will really always remember him for the great person he was.
Doug Brandt
August 21, 2016
I just learned of Dan's passing today. This is very sad news for me. I remember listening to Dan play the piano at the Worthington Inn, when he worked with the violinist Linda Senter. He was a wonderful guy who was exceptionally bright and had a great sense of humor.
My sincere condolences to Holly. I'll never forget the song he wrote for her.
Phyllis Cole-Dai
June 21, 2016
To Holly, especially, amongst all who loved Dan: Since learning lately of his passing, I think of how much joy I experienced in his presence through his jokes, his storytelling and his music. I will always remember the gift of his piano-playing at my wedding reception. It's been years since I've seen him, yet memories of him (and you) are fresh, and filled with gratitude. Holly, may you be well. May you have all that you need as your journey continues.
May 4, 2016
Holly, My sympathy to you in your loss. Dan was a great guy, I loved the evenings at King Charley's in Roscoe Village. His piano music was awesome and he would always play my favorite "The Rose". He will be missed and remembered by many. I will forever cherish the CD's I have and listen with many musical memories.
Diane
May 4, 2016
Dear Holly and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Danny's death. It was so nice to meet you and to see Danny again in Florida, after so many years. He was a special friend. Bob and Anita Wilson Wilsdon
Wildwood Music
April 24, 2016
We were so sorry to learn of Dan's passing. We always had so much fun singing with him ! We could NEVER ,EVER stump him on a song...even the "Child Ballads" which are a favorite of ours and turned out to be a favorite of his as well !! With Love and Sympathy from your friends at Wildwood Music, Marty and Don.
April 24, 2016
Peggy, Ron and Holly, I am sorry to hear of Danny's passing. A great guy and so talented. Janet Oyler Schmick in Salamanca
April 24, 2016
Peggy, sorry to hear of Danny's passing. He was so talented. Janet Oyler Schmick in Salamanca.
Salamanca High School Memory
Johanna Haley-Brown
April 16, 2016
Johanna Haley-Brown
April 16, 2016
Dear Holly,
I recently learned of Danny's passing and wanted to extend my sympathies to you and your family.
I grew up in Salamanca and last saw Danny in High School. I have fond remembrances of him as an unassuming, bright, talented classmate who always had a ready smile. His musical abilities were a gift and we were all the lucky recipients of his artistry.
Please know I am very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Johanna Haley Brown
Catherine Benjamin
April 14, 2016
So sad to read that Danny had passed away. He lived next door to my family (McLarney) in Salamanca, NY. A close friend of my uncle Peter. He was always so nice to me when I was a young girl visiting my grandparents. I know my Grandmother adored him. My sympathy to you and your family
Catherine McLarney-Benjamin
sabra webber
April 13, 2016
Holly, I remember when your love was new. What a darling couple you were 'til the end. So many sweet times I remember of you even when I was new to the Columbus scene. Very sweet memories for me. Thank you for the inspiration.
Anne Marie Costello Jarvo
April 13, 2016
Dan and I have some "shirttail" connection. He helped me when I was putting together the family tree. May he rest in peace.
April 13, 2016
How sad I am to have lost such a beautiful, talented and fun classmate. He will be missed by many, especially all the 1958 classmates. I am so thankful to have some of his CD's and and so happy to have known him and been a part of his world in the early days in Salamanca. It has been a few years since I saw him and I wish his family my sincere symphony and know that he was a wonderful person and loved by so many. Sheila Hart Flick
Woody Wantz
April 13, 2016
Molly and I loved to visit with Dan whenever we visited Coshocton. I think we have all of his CD's.
Our condolences to Holly and family.
Woody & Molly Wantz, Muncie, Indiana
James Laskowski
April 12, 2016
He will be missed. He was one of my best friends in Salamanca High School.
I may extend my sincere sympathy to his family.
Jeff Leonard
April 11, 2016
So very sad to learn of Dan's passing. A very gifted musician and a wonderful man. Our paths crossed many times performing in the same venues. He will be missed. My thoughts to his family.
Mickie & Ernie Galajda
April 9, 2016
Ernie and I are blessed to have several of Dan's cds. His music was and still is such a blessing to everyone. May the wonderful memories you share bring you comfort and peace. God bless you always. Love and Blessings to Holly and family.
Susan Gordon
April 9, 2016
My husband and I often sought out the venue where Dan was playing, and especially enjoyed going to Raven's Glenn when he was at the piano. He was a most gracious man and will be missed by many.
April 9, 2016
Our condolences and prayers to Holly and the entire family.
Brian & Gay Crilow
West Lafayette, OH
Tim Vance
April 9, 2016
I was fortunate to play a wedding with him ( I play trumpet). He was so gifted and gracious. I have a picture of the two of us in my office and it is a humbling reminder of how blessed we are to have known him
Patrick Courts
April 7, 2016
We played music together, had some drinks together, and some wonderful evenings. He will be much missed.
Kerry McGinnis
April 6, 2016
I will never forget his talks and ability to incite discussion in his American Literature class. I still use his approach to Huck Finn, Walden, and The Blithesdale Romance, in my classes. He was a terrific teacher.
Rose & George Sebouhian
April 6, 2016
We will never forget his humor, grace and courage in his suffering. He played at my mother's funeral, played at our home on the hill. Gave us great joy. Rose Sebouhian
I was his oldest student and he was my youngest professor at Ohio State. We both laughed at each other about the differences in our ages. But we both accepted who we were and I found in him brillance of language and thought and his ability to laugh at himself. George Sebouhian
Sara Lewellen
April 6, 2016
All my love and sincere condolences to Holly and the rest of the family. Dan was dearly loved and will be sorely missed.
Jody Zimmerman
April 6, 2016
Even after 40 years I still have thought of one of my favorite profs. He was a good fellow and a very bright star. Thank you for the knowledge, enthusiasm and fun you imparted on me. God Bless.
Bill Ellis
April 5, 2016
Dan was my dissertation advisor and the best man at my wedding. A penetrating mind in his own right, he was humane in the way that he encouraged his students to challenge orthodoxy and develop as scholars. He was not just a critic but an educator, one who knew how to "draw you out" on a topic. He will be missed and remembered always.
April 5, 2016
The Colopy, Durbin and Carpenter families will always remember Dan and the wonderful stories and music he shared. His beautiful music will go on and on. Love to you and yours Holly and family.
Terry Corder
April 5, 2016
Dan was a true friend, who put a song in your heart, and never let you leave without a smile on your face. He will be greatly missed.
Jim Scarff
April 5, 2016
Dan's combination of brilliance, talent, kindness, and humor will never be matched. I'm so lucky to have had him as a teacher and friend. Love and thoughts to you, Holly.
Linda Senter
April 5, 2016
Dan's gentle, kind soul came right through his fingers, onto the piano and into the music. He brought me much joy through music, through conversations about literature and real-life stories, and through much belly-cramping laughter. I'm grateful more than I can say that I got to know and work with him.
Debbie Snyder
April 5, 2016
Dear Holly & family-Our hearts go out to each of you. Dan was such an amazing person who touched so many many lives. He will live on and always be remembered for the twinkle in his eyes and the infectious laughter and smiles.
April 5, 2016
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we send our condolences. Dan was THE master of the piano and we loved having him here every Friday to play in our dining room. There is a void that no one will ever replace here at Raven's Glenn! RIP Dan, you will forever be missed.
Yvonne Milspaw
April 5, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Dan's family and friends. he was a wonderful scholar, teacher and friend. We will miss him. (AFS)
April 5, 2016
Long time friends, we will never forget you. Don & Barbara Walton
Valerie Hawn (Wears)
April 5, 2016
I knew Dan from the days he played piano at King Charley's in Roscoe Village and I was a server. People came every weekend to hear him play. We all loved Dan and I'll never forget our conversations and bringing him St. Paulies Girl at the piano. He was a wonderful person and he'll be missed dearly.
Barbara/Gordon Grigsby
April 4, 2016
Dan, thanks for all your good music and willingness to share it.
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