MSgt. Daniel E. "Dan" Kibe USAF

I was in basic with Dan and never saw him again. Came across this photo thought you may like it. Saw that Dan passed. My condolences. Frank Georgia

Thanks for being great friends, Dan, and Carolyn. Dan, you will be greatly missed, and often and fondly remembered. Save some seats at St. Peter's card games.

Carolyn, we were very sorry and sad to hear of your sudden loss of Dan.

I really don't know what to say, although we don't know each other well, you have been in my thoughts...
Sue & Tracy

I served with Dan for many years, It was a pleasure, to serve and have known him

Dan must have been an amazing man. Our sympathy goes out to the entire family and especially to my dear friend, Carolyn.

Ours is not to question why a great man was taken far too soon in our eyes but knowing the grace of God has taken you in his wings there must be be better things in store for him. While the rest of us are left to ponder and reflect all the wonderful memories in the way the power of one gentleman, one truly amazing, kind, generous, thoughtful, funny, smart human being could touch so many lives is nothing short of a blessing. I am glad our paths crossed as I am a better person for having known you. My God comfort your family. God Bless.

I had the pleasure of knowing Dan from the YMCA 6am water aerobics class. He was an inspiration to me and is greatly missed. RIP Dan and prayers and blessings to his family and friends.

(Smartly saluting)
Proud to have had the opportunity to serve with you. Thank you for sharing 'that smile' and drive to keep ' er going....

Dan was one of the finest people I had the pleasure of working with in the AES. A very kind and sincere person. He is sadly missed by this "dinner buddy".
May you rest in peace my friend.

Steve Caraker

MSGT Kibe...Dan you are teaching us in death as you taught us in life "to live every day to the fullest". I know you are in heaven mentoring, leading, smiling. I am blessed to have known you if even for a short time. May God Bless and watch over your family in this very difficult time.

Carolyn you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so very sorry for the loss of you husband.

Carolyn - I just got back to work after being away for a week and was told about Dan. I am so sorry, he was such a good man. My thoughts are with you.

How lucky for us who have come to know and love Dan---how sad for all the rest. God bless. D.Ricci

To the family of Dan: Although Dan and I spent several years together in AES, I never really got to know him until after he retired when he and I had a very nice conversation while watching the squadron softball game. That evening made me wish I had the opportunity to work with him and know him longer. He was a great guy who I know will be missed by everyone who knew him. My deepest condolences to you all.

Dan-The world was a better place having you in it. If they have in-service in heaven I know you will be in the back quietly making everyone laugh. Thank you for your service and the memories.

Uncle Dan you are loved and will certainly be missed. Aunt Carolyn our prayers and love are with you.

MSgt. Kibe you will be dearly missed. Your were always there for your troops and friends. Dan constantly put others before himself during tought times. I was honered to deploy with MSgt. Kibe multiple times. He had amazing compassion for care for the seriously wounded kids coming out of the war zone. Dans advice will stay with and guide me the rest of my life. God speed dear friend

Carolyn and family

The world has lost one of its bright lights. Dan was one of a kind and I will miss his friendship and warm smile. Thanks for all you did for the union and by serving our country. You will be missed. Hold onto the memories they will get us all through this sad time. I am away at a conference but know I am sending good thoughts.

My deepest sympathies to Dan's family. To Dan, Thank you for teaching a young officer how to be a good leader and officer and to take care of your troops the proper way . Thank you for sharing your wisdom over the years. I was honored and privileged to have served with you. You are in God's loving arms. May he bless your family.

I will always remember the many, many conversations I had with Dan in his office in Chenoweth through my 30+ years working at UMass! He was such a GREAT guy and will truly be missed by many! RIP Dan......

Dan, you were a kind and gentle soul and your kindness and generosity will be missed by us all. May the angles be with you during your journey home.

May god smile upon you as you enter into the ever after. Look after your family from above

I am overwhelmed with the outpouring of kind words about my brother. It is so obvious that he touched and inspired so many people in his lifetime. His zest for life brought him around the world, enjoying life to the fullest everywhere he went. We are sad for our loss and greatful to have had the man that he was in our lives. He loved his time at UMass and often talked of the joy he got from working with students. Thank you for your thoughts.

love you, light of my life

MSgt Kibe. I will always have great memories of our deployemnt together. You were a great NCO and lead by example. I salute you as you begin your journey of eternal rest.

May God be with you snd your family.

Major Crotty

We send our love and condolences, Carolyn. Dan was a terrific person and we know how much you will miss him. Thinking of you and sending hugs. Barbara Osborne & Dick Goldsby

My deepest sympathy goes out to Carolyn and Dan's family and his friends. Dan truly lived life to the fullest. He will forever live on in the memories and hearts of everyone that knows him. He was a dear friend and is missed greatly. Rest in peace.

Prayer of peace and Joy for the wonderful spirit of life that has just departed Dan was a wonderful, talented scientist, flyer, friend, husband and military member, and associate, My prayers are with you, his family, Peace Anne Cole

The qualities that Dan embodied as a man has been very inspiring in my life ever since I worked in Food Science back in the 80's. My condolences Carolyn.

Stephen Marvell, Political Science, UMass

I knew Dan from when I was a grad student in Food Science at UMass, and since then as a member of the FS Advisory Board and an employee of Ocean Spray. Dan was kind and dedicated in everything he did. The UMass community - and the world - will miss this wonderful man.

I had known Dan for many years at UMass. He was a great guy and I'll miss him a lot. Rest in peace, my friend.
--Dave Korowski

My condolences to Dan's wife and family. Dan was great person & always had a kind heart. His service to the USA Sick Leave Bank went above and beyond. He will be missed by all.

Carolyn and family,
I can't add anything to what has been said about Dan. One would wonder what God has planned for someone that gave us all so much here on Earth. "Food science" in Heaven ?, medical aerovac in Heaven ?--must be something really special that Dan was needed for. May you find peace in memories of your times together. Blessings,
Karlene DeVine

I knew Dan from the USA/MTA union and he was always so kind and fun and welcoming. He really made UMass and the world a nicer and better place just for being in it. I will miss him a lot.

I have not seen Danny in probably 45 years. We went to school together at Westfield High. And during those four years,he sat right behind me in homeroom. You get to really know someone who sits right behind you everyday for four years!! And what fun we had. He was always laughing and fooling around, that twinkle in his eye always gave him away. Over the years, I have often thought of him. My sister, being good friends with his sister Linda, would mention Danny every once in a while and I would instantly smile. He was honest, loyal, and direct. That is what I remember and admired most about him. My sympathy goes out to his family.

My sincere condolences Carolyn. Peace be with Dan, you and your family.

I have not seen Dan in several years but I do remember all of the years flying with him on various missions- always with a smile. Working in the squadron, after completing his assigned duties, Dan would be available to assist others with their duties.
Dan was a great person to work with, have as a friend and someone we all will greatly miss. Rest in Peace my friend.

Dan brought an inspiration to many of us through his wit, respect, and smile. His true wealth was his enthusiasm for the "Wounded Warrior" and bring them back to a safe place. His ambition inspired all those he came in contact with, truly touched us with joy of memories and the beauty of life. I am grateful to have met him and having him as my wingman. I will be always grateful for the lessons and treasure the memories. RIP Brother..till we meet again.

In memory of Dan, a true renaissance man of quick wit, kind heart and much soul. Love you and Caro...Becky Lawlor

I met Dan during my work at UMASS and am truly sad to hear of his passing. A real loss of a wonderful gentleman, may he be remembered for his many great characteristics: warm, kind, humble, funny, amiable, professional, welcoming and above all for being a great man. I very fondly recall my conversations with him and really enjoyed his company. May the family know no more sorrow.

Dan, I always found you with a smile even in the toughest time. You are one of the people who makes Umass Food Science feels like a family to me. Thank you for being an amazing example in living a great life. It was an honor to have known you.

Dan was a fixture in the Food Science Department, since forever, and when our alumni visit the department, often they ask about Dan. He was involved in the education of many of our Food Science students, and will be greatly missed.

Always a smile even during 'block training' A good wingman, gentleman and a friend to all. It was an honor to serve with him at the 439 AES.

Rest in peace, Brother.
Don Wilson, SMSgt, USAF ret.
911th AES, Pittsburgh, Pa.

I will truly miss Dan's smile and laugh. He was so kind and professional, just a joy to be around. He helped everyone, never wanting or expecting anything in return. We all are blessed to have know him. My deepest sympathy to his wife and his family. God Speed Dan! You are surely with the angels! Beth Donnelly-Barrientos

When we met in 1986, who knew we ended up the best of friends. For 17 years, lunch conversation almost everyday with you was my favorite time. Your wicked sense of humor and open smile will always be remembered. But most of all, thanks, Dan, for bringing the best out of me and accepting me for who I am. You are more than just a friend but one who touched our hearts with your loving and caring soul. Sleep well, my friend. Until then..

Always a smile, always kind things to say about everybody. These and many others are the qualities that seperate the chaff from the real people. Dan was one of the real ones. I am going to miss the old military talks we had, but I know someday we will share that conversation again. Godspeed MSGT. Dan and family. You will be one of the people that others talk about with kind words- the kind of person you never forget. Fly high my friend.

Dan was such an important part of the Food Science family and a favorite of the students. We will all miss him.

It was and honor and privilege to be a friend and colleague of Dan for all his years at food Science. He was a wonderful friend and an understanding, loyal and kind human being. He will be sorely missed.
With our deep sympathy to Carolyn and his family for this great loss
Ferg and Lynn Clydesdale

Dan was the greatest brother-in-law and uncle our family could ever have. He will be grealyi missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carolyn and the entire Kibe family. His memories will fill our hearts and remain with us for enterity.
Herman and Kathy Johnson and family.

Fly west, with Tailwinds always now Dan. Mike A, 74th AES 82-86

Thank you for coming into our lives. A candle to light your way home. Rest in Peace, our friend
Love,
Carlos and Nicole Morales

You will be missed, you were a wonderful man, with a deep boisterous laugh and a million dollar smile. It was great serving with you. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Until we meet again,
MSgt Nicole Morales, 439 AES

God Bless you Dan.

It was my honor to have served with you. RIP my friend. Mary Hurnovich LTC (ret) 439AES

So very proud to have served with Dan. Always a smile & a helping hand.May God bless you & your family. Robin Richardson, CPT, USAF-R

A great man. A wonderful, loyal friend. Thinking of you Carolyn, Dave, Joe and your families. Blessings, Marie.