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Dan and Denise Delahunt, Sonoma CA.
Mary DelaHunt
August 13, 2013
Tammy Wiggin
August 13, 2013
I had the honor of talking to Dan on the phone the day before his passing. We worked together for years. He was one of the funniest, most optimistic, people I have ever known. He could always make me smile & laugh. He will be greatly missed. My sympathy to his family.
Kit Murphy McNally
August 2, 2013
How beautifully you all embrace the lives of your remarkable family. I'm so honored to have known and advocated for justice with Kay at the Benedict Center and later meeting others of the wonderful Delahunt clan. My warmest thoughts reach out to all of you -- how lovingly you write of Daniel.
the other doctor
July 31, 2013
A truer friend no one ever had.
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Robert Garcia
July 31, 2013
Hi, my uncle was Daniel's friend for 40 years and he just heard of his passing. We live in Milwaukee and were just wondering if he could attend his celebration of life. Could you email me back at [email protected]? It would mean the world to him since he is in ill health. Thank you very much.
Nancy Simon
July 30, 2013
My sympathies to Dan's family.Us girls adored him, when Dan walked in the door we knew we were going to have fun. I have not seen him in years but I will never forget him.
July 30, 2013
It gave me great sorrow to hear of the passing of Dan. He was a good friend I had in the 70"s and 80"s the old stone toad on Broadway, there wasn't anything he would not do for his friends! He will always be remembered My sympathies Cindy Simon
Denise & Gary
July 30, 2013
Gary & I knew Dan for many years in Milwaukee and were fortunate enough to be able to visit with him & Denise a few times over the years on trips to Napa Valley. We were happy to see how much they enjoyed their life together. We were there last July and are so glad we got to spend some quality time together. He lived life BIG and he'll be missed in a BIG way. Our hearts go out to Denise and the rest of his family.
Lisa Tinault
July 29, 2013
I was rescued by Whale after a divorce in 1995. He was so kind and caring. I loved the nick names he gave everyone. The obit captured him so much. The twinkle in his eyes were always a nice sight to see. I'm glad he found happiness in CA. RIP my friend!
Anne Bower
July 29, 2013
We got to spend Kevin's first birthday with Dan about 1 year ago here in Oregon. My boys were as thrilled by "Big Dan" as my brothers and I were as children. Whether a child's first birthday, a wedding, or family reunion, Dan sure did liven up a party. His big personality and booming laugh will sure be missed!
Glenn Crow
July 28, 2013
Big Dan had the big smile, the big heart, the big laugh, everything he ever did was done in a big way it seemed. I didn't know him long enough or well enough, and we crossed paths all too infrequently over the years, but every time I thought of him, the Big Guy made me smile.
Patrick Lemont
July 28, 2013
My old,old FRIEND Dan was a true one of a kind.Enjoyed life and when he partied everyone did as well !!!The Big Red Head and I were born on the same day,in the same hospital. We went to Kindergarten,St. Robert's, Dominican High ---for one year---and graduated from SHS TOGETHER. The Whaler and I continued to CELEBRATE our common b-day for many more years. Although over the last 25 yrs. we went our separate ways from a local standpoint He will always be one of my oldest and dearest "BUDDIES" in every sense of the word. Pat Lemont Whitefish Bay,Wi.
July 28, 2013
Thanks to all for the calls and messages of support and caring for brother Dan.
Patrick Delahunt
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