Daniel Ochoa

My prayers go out to Daniel's family and friends. He was a passionate family man, great friend and all around good person. May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.

I will miss Daniel got to know him very well when he worked at NRG Energy. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you, God bless you.

I met Dan several years ago when he was at Texas Genco. He had a great spirit about him and we will all miss him.

I enjoyed the past year I was privileged to work with Daniel at Entergy. He was an always helpful colleague as well as friend. He spoke of his family often and it was evident they were his pride and joy. Susan, Celeste, Cory, Cydney, and Chloe - I will continue to pray God gives you comfort and strength in those lonely days and weeks ahead.

I sat beside Daniel for six crazy years, both at Rio Tinto and Cloud Peak Energy. We called each other "cell mates". Working with Daniel was an adventure... We laughed, kvetched, argued politics and shared stories of our families. I miss him everyday. Thank you, Daniel for placing laughter and joy into our lives.

"Watson"
(Mindy-Watson-Ward)
Cloud Peak Energy

I met Daniel a few years ago, when I was new to the industry. He was always full of energy and excited to talk business. His passion for family, life and career was contagious, and Daniel was often the center of a lively conversation. We lost a great colleague, but more importantly, we lost a better friend. My condolences to the Ochoa family, friends and acquaintances.

Daniel was a person that you always looked forward to seeing. He always made you laugh, and was a truly genuine and caring person. Our prayers and condolences go out to the entire family. I hope those in heaven enjoy his presence there as much as we did here on Planet Earth!

I became friends with Daniel during our short time together at NRG. I consider myself very lucky to have had that opportunity. He helped me through some difficult times. When I first met Daniel at a NCTA meeting, he really got under my skin. I am happy I did not allow that first impression to keep me from taking the time to get to know him better. Daniel had such a great sense of humor. I always went away from conversations with him in such a great mood and with tears in my eyes from laughing so much. He was so funny. Daniel's passing is a loss to us all. My deepest sympathies to Susan, Daniel's children and his entire family. May your memories hold you through these tough times.

Daniel was a great guy and a great friend who helped me get started in the coal business. He had a wonderful attitude and personality and loved his wife and children very much. He will be missed but not forgotten. My prayers and blessings go out to all his family and friends.

Sending prayers to Daniel's family and friends. He was a wonderful person to have known and a great boss.

I always enjoyed seeing, talking, and working with Daniel. He was truly one of the "good guys." His passing is a real loss in the coal industry, and, remembering his wonderful comments about his family, a very tragic loss for them. I miss him, and I pray for his family.

Me and my co-workers have so many great memories from time spent with Daniel. He was the life of any meeting or social gathering and his smile was contagious. He was passionate about the energy business and worked hard. Daniel's love for his wife and children was always evident through stories he would tell. May memories provide strength in the days ahead as we all struggle with this loss.

I feel fortunate to have known Daniel and count him as a friend. His good humor was always welcome and when I needed him, he was there with open arms. May all of his family and friends find comfort and peace at this difficult time. He will be missed by many...

My deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to his wife, children and family. Daniel was a trusted colleague and a great friend. He will be missed by many.

My prayers are with Daniel's family during this difficult time, he was a great friend and colleague and will be missed.

What a great guy, we worked together in Daniel's early coal days, always a smile, a great co-worker. My most heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Susan and the kids, and the entire family.

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends during this difficult time. I've known Daniel for a number of years in various roles in the coal industry, and he will be sorely missed. A great personality and a kind heart.

My prayers are with Daniel's family in this most challenging of times. I had the pleasure of working with Daniel over the past few years and he was always positive and uplifting. I will remember him always as a joyful man.

Many in the coal industry are wondering if a fund is being set up for the children so we show our support.

Daniel was a passionate supporter of the coal and utility industries. His contributions were always articulate, constructive, and perceptive, but never bitter. His pride in and love for his family were always evident in his conversations and his life decisions. Daniel will be missed by his business associates. My prayers are with the Ochoa family.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

I got to know Daniel through our association in the coal industry. I always found Daniel in good spirit, quick to share his thought or a short story. He was a joy and pleasure to be around and I feel blessed to be able to call him my friend. I offer my deepest sympathy to his family, especially to Susan and their four children. May the love of Christ give you strength.

Daniel...you were a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. You were always good at making people laugh no matter what the situation was. And you always went over and beyond to help others and take care of your family. I cannot believe you are gone...but you have a bigger job now. You have angel wings and I know you will be hovering over your beautiful family watching out for them. We have lost a great friend, but we will meet again. You will always be in our hearts and I promise to do my duty and help take care of your babies. Love and already miss you bunches!!!

BeBe... even though I can't be there with the family later on today... I'm praying for everyone! I remember spending Easter at your grandma's house with all the family. And you all always making jokes and playing around. We may have lost a great man, son, brother, husband, father, cousin, friend... but we will never forget you. Keep on making people laugh! Love ya!!