Daniel Wezelman Bartlett

I have zero idea how I stumbled into such sad news. I attended highschool with Daniel. I knew from our first interaction that he was someone with immense power and perseverance. I am thankful for all he accomplished. I am typing this 15 after his passing. He left a mark, one that I would realize at this very moment a decade and a half later.

Dear Bartlett family;

Five minutes ago, I entered a world of shock and deep sadness when I heard of Daniel's passing. Daniel was an incredible individual who I admired greatly; may his determination, brilliance, and humility live on in all of us who had the fortune to know him.

Please accept my deepest condolences. My prayers are with your family.

To the Bartlett Family,
I was extremely saddened to learn recently of Dan's demise. My husband and I were his tutors in Leverett House, and greatly enjoyed his company over the years-whether hosting him for holiday and Shabbat dinners, chatting in the dining hall, or simply conversing together in the courtyard. Dan rarely spoke to us about his physical suffering; when he did, it was with great maturity. Although it was quite clear that he did not have an easy time, he handled himself with dignity, self-effacement, modesty, and grace. He possessed a mordant wit, a keen eye, and a rare capacity to confront pain through self-mockery.
Among the hundreds of students with whom we interacted at Leverett, and at Harvard generally, Dan stands out quite vividly- and with great affection- in our memories. He was a strikingly unique person, and the world is a poorer place now that he has left it. Please accept my sympathy and condolences, and may God comfort and console you in your sorrow.
Yours sincerely,
Deborah Tor

I had the extreme fortune of sharing Physics class with Daniel during my senior year(His junior) of high school while a UHS. He sat behind me, and we discussed various philosophical and mathematical topics all year long, to the dismay of Dr. Blondeau.

Never in my life, not even at UHS did I ever meet someone as talented, determined, and utterly brilliant as Daniel. I was in awe of his Shylock at the Shakespeare Monologue contest. I remember driving him home from the AP Physics C exam.

I have lost several friends based on my current profession(U.S. Army), but none has hit me as dearly as the loss of Daniel. I grieve for you family, and everyone who knew them.

I read the article about his life in the paper yesterday and I wept. I feel cheated at the loss of an opportunity to say goodbye, due to my being in the Middle East at the time.

Godspeed, Daniel. You are sorely missed.

I never met David.
I knew about him from my dearest friend, Tom Bartlett, his uncle.
I wish I had met David...

Paula Oliveira

Dear Mr., Mrs., and Elizabeth Bartlett,

I lived with Dan in Thayer during our freshman year at Harvard. He has been one of the best friends I have had in my life, and simply one of the best people I have known. He shared my taste in music, which others might deem sentimental and less-than-cool; we had the same fondness for wordplay and intellectual debate; and he was politically passionate. He completed the notoriously difficult Math 55 and one of the most challenging majors at Harvard despite the too-numerous challenges to his health. Because of his bright mind and wonderful personality, we got along superbly and never had a conversation lasting under two hours, once having a dinner conversation that lasted seven.

We met when I was in the Thayer laundry room facing a recalcitrant washing machine that seemed to have gotten stuck. He kicked it with his crutch and got it going again. Later that week he held open the door for me as I was going into the dorm. That was one great thing about Dan: even though he had very enlightened views on feminism, he still had chivalry and a lot of it.

He was a faithful guest at my birthday parties over the years, and was my date to one of the Lowell House Operas. We played Scrabble on the eighth floor of the Science Center, and I brought cough drops to Leverett once when he was sick. When he was applying for a job at the National Security Agency and needed personal references, I was one of three friends whom he named. An official from the Department of Defense then came to interview me, displaying his badge on the table as he asked questions like, "How long have you known Daniel? What is your friendship based upon?" I remember answering, "Actually, it's strange that we're friends because we really don't have anything in common."

This was true on the superficial level: I did not share Dan's enthusiasms for science fiction and fantasy novels, nor did I understand the math and physics that he did. But he and I liked and respected each other highly as people. Knowing him has changed my otherwise cynical opinion of human nature. He always had the right thing to say. He was just so good, so grounded, and so wise.

In the album which I had my friends sign when we graduated college, he concludes his entry with the words "With love." I loved him too. It was foolish to not stay in closer touch when he first told me he was having more problems, but that is the way it goes, and I know he would understand and forgive. Dan, I miss you wholeheartedly and I will never forget you. I don't know when I will quite believe you're gone.

Mina

Dear David, Janice, Elizabeth, and all of Dan's family and friends,



My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will miss Dan very much. I really don't have the words to express what a force Dan was to all of us whose lives he touched. Dan's brilliance, sense of humor, courage, and love for life moved all of us. At 16 years old, when I first met Dan at Telluride Association, I was in awe of his many talents and amazing energy. It has been an honor and a tremendous privilege to have shared a friendship with Dan over the last eight years. My life has been immeasurably touched by Dan's friendship, and I will miss him terribly. I wish all of you the strength to bear this unbearable loss, and you will be in my prayers. Thank you, Dan, for all that you taught me, and for the warmth of your friendship all these years.



With love,

Our thoughts are with you.

Dan was a true treasure. We were both in Leverett House as well as in HRSFA together. During difficult times, I could always count on Dan to listen with a sympathetic ear, offer sound advice, or crack a joke. He always chose the right response. And he had the rare ability to inspire others. The world will seem dimmer without him.

I am so sorry to hear about Daniel’s passing. We were in Leverett House together, and I have many fond memories of enjoying meals together in the dining hall. He was always friendly and vivacious. After college, Daniel’s emails continued to brighten my days. Please accept my condolences.

I was deeply saddened to hear that the world has lost Daniel. I was a fellow classmate and resident of Leverett House with Dan and have memories of sharing meals in the dining hall or a hello in the courtyard. He was always kind, witty, and fascinating to talk to - it was a joy whenever you saw Dan coming your way. I hope that Dan's family can find solace in knowing how many people Daniel touched...my thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time.

Daniel was usually the only one in a roomful of cynics with a genuine sense of humor. At Harvard, I participated in a live-action roleplay with him and we spoke at length about recreational outlets in HRSFA, the student sci-fi group. Even though he didn't know me as well as half of his other friends, he always wished me a happy birthday and wanted to catch up with me when no one else would have remembered.

I was impressed with Daniel and enjoyed chatting with him. I remember his excitement just after Arizona won the World Series. He sent the following message to all Of Leverett House, "On behalf of my home state of Arizona, I would like to say

YAY!!!!!!!!!!!"

To Daniel's family and friends,



Daniel was a tremendous individual who characterized strength, grace, and joy in the face of difficulty like no one else I have ever met. He is and always will be an inspiration for me and many others.



Chanda Prescod-Weinstein

I was a classmate of Dan's at Harvard and a co-resident of Leverett House. I have several fond memories of him. He was in one of my music theory classes and wrote a charming composition at the end of the year, playing piano and providing his own vocals, too. He was also in my section in a core class on Shakespeare, and one evening at our TF's apartment, as we snacked on wine and cheese by the fire, he delivered a wonderfully devilish rendition of one of Iago's soliloquies from "Othello." It was a pleasure to know him and I wish both him and his family peace.

I personally admired Daniel for his brilliance and for his seemingly unshakable optimism and good nature. I can only hope that, despite his passing, his parents can still take pride each day in remembering what a wonderful person they raised.

Please accept my condolences on the untimely loss of Daniel. He will live on in the fond memories of his many friends.

Please accept my condolences on the loss of one of the greatest minds and toughest individuals I ever had the pleasure of working with. Daniel was an excellent, hard working member of the St. Gregory Chess Club and helped the team, both with his outstanding performance and positive attitude. My prayers are with your family.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I took piano lessons with Daniel for years, and he was an inspiration! God Bless you.

I remain shocked to realize the loss of such an anchored and ingenious individual as Daniel. I am glad to maintain my memories of the brave, strong-willed, and thoughtful student who I looked up to as my peer growing up. My deepest condolences to the family.

Friends,

Please take note of the Photo Gallery. I have uploaded some pictures of Daniel over the years. Perhaps others have some to add. My personal favorite is of Daniel in Neil and Olive's back yard with David, perhaps age 2?



Daniel, CUNAYL.

Your Uncle

I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your son. Please accept my condolences.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will miss Daniel very much.

Dear David, Janice and family,



I heard about Daniel's passing from a Residence Life bulletin, since he had been a La Aldea resident (I work for Residence Life at the University). I'm so sorry to hear of his death. Please know that I'm keeping you in my thoughts at this difficult time. Much love to you, Jan.

Daniel was a wonderful friend--a very special person. I am grateful for all the time we spent together. I will miss him terribly. Jan, David and Elizabeth--my heart goes out to all of you.

Dear Jan, I am so sorry to have heard the very sad news of the loss of your son. You, and your family have my deepest sympathy, and will all be in my prayers. May you find some solace and comfort from family and friends as you deal with Daniels leaving. God Bless.

We are shocked and saddened, today, to hear the devastating news about Daniel. Please accept our sincerest sympathies for your loss.

So sorry to hear of your terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Heartfelt sympathy on the death of your son. You are in my prayers.

David, Jan and Elizabeth,

Our deepest sympathy from all of the Nichols family. Daniel was a remarkable young man. We are holding all of you in our thoughts.

Sorry for your loss. We know that Daniel will be sincerely missed.

What a brilliant soul, with so much to offer the world with his undisputed genius and energetic spirit. I thank him for lessons learned, and offer thanks and condolences to those who knew and loved him best.

I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Jan and family,



I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

David, Jan and family:

So sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

David, Jan, Elizabeth and all Members of family:



I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.



Sincerely,



Renee Lippincott

So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. May God comfort you during this time of loss.

Heartfelt condolences over your loss of Daniel. He was a wonderful, loyal friend, with a challenging mind and a truly caring heart. He will be greatly missed.

Daniel was a wonderful friend. I will miss him dearly.