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Patrick Rooney
July 2, 2010
Dear Alison;
I just heard and sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Patrick
March 24, 2010
Dear Alison,
I am so sorry for the loss of Dan , he was a good man and a good friend he will be missed dearly.
George Tennison
sharon murphy
March 10, 2010
Dear Alison and Family, We have just heard about Dan's passing and wanted to say how truely sorry we are as he was such a super nice person. He put the artful and quality addition on our house back in 2002 and for us his memory lives on in this house. He was so nice to work with, what a friendly person he was. God bless and keep you all. Sincerely, Chris and Sharon Murphy, 2149 Chestnut Ave, Wilmette
February 28, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
We are so very sad to learn of the recent passing of Dan. Please accept our deepest sympathy. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Henry & Phoebe Zayas
Stuart, Florida
Emy Zayas Romano
Wheelling, Illinois
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Peter French
February 23, 2010
Dear Alison and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Dan's passing and pray for your peace in these difficult times. Dan was one of the special guys who shaped my grade school days. Even after all of these years and miles I'll always remember his smile and sense of integrity.
Please take care,
Sincerely,
Peter French
Kevin Murawski
February 23, 2010
Dear Allison:
My prayers and thoughts with Dan, you
and those handsome triplets. I have prayed my rosary and reflected on this great loss during Eucharistic Adoration and will continue to do so.
I'm so sorry and saddened.
Sincerely,
Kevin Murawski(Jewel cashier, John's
bro. and J. Einarsen's cousin)
Barbara Topping
February 19, 2010
Dear Allison,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know how terrible it is to lose a husband and how difficult it must be for the the triplets to lose their dad.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Barbara
Larry & Jeri McCarthy
February 19, 2010
Dear Allison,
I am so sorry I missed hugging you at the wake and Larry and I were in the Ladies Chapel for the funeral as there were so many who loved you and Dan and attended the Mass. Our love and prayers are with you alsway.
Megan Brady
February 19, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Surround your selves with the great memories of your lives together with Dan. May you all find peace at this most difficult time.
Anne Kavanagh
February 18, 2010
Dear Allison, Paige, Jack & Matt,
Dan was so warm and friendly, it was always a pleasure to see him. We are so sorry for your loss. Paige is fantastic in the "V Show." We are sure Dan is cheering her on in heaven. Take care.
February 18, 2010
Dear Alison,
We cant even begin to understand the pain this loss has caused you and your family. Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences.Although we didnt know Dan personally, we knew from our interactions with you what a nice and kind man he must have been.
With lots of love and affection,
Rainas
Kelly Hurley
February 18, 2010
We here at Snap Fitness of Glenview are very sorry to hear about Dan. We were very fond of Dan and he will be missed. Our prayers go our to all of his friends and family, especially his dear wife and children.
Tracey Cascarano
February 17, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences at the loss of your loving husband and father. We know Dan was loved by so many and he was a very special one of a kind human being. We know he had an incredible impact on those he came in contact with, but most especially his beloved family. He leaves an amazing legacy, which I know he was very proud of. May your memories of him hold him gently in your hearts forever and over time provide you peace. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to each of you and May God Bless you and Keep you.
Tracey and Brian Cascarano
Joe Fahrenbach
February 17, 2010
Dear Alison,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dan's smile and friendship will always be with me. I hope with time, your sorrow is replaced with the good memories of your time together.
Mary Ann Ericksen
February 17, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your great loss. Paige was a favorite student of mine in biology at GBS. I have always heard such wonderful things about Paige and her brothers. I am sure this is because of having such a special father and mother. Your are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Ann Ericksen
GBS
February 17, 2010
Alison, Paige Jack and Matt,
What a beautiful tribute you and your family gave to Dan at church on Monday. His eyes are surely twinkling with pride in all of you. We are all better for hearing how Dan lived his life. I will pay it forward in his honor!
Teresa Swafford Kerr
Regina class of 78
February 16, 2010
Dear Pontarelli family,We were so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Our daughter Elizabeth has often spoke of how full of joy your house is and I know you will miss him terribly, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Georgeen Carson, Pat Corrigan, Abe and Liz
eileen (O'Rourke) Alps
February 16, 2010
Alison, Paige, Jack & Matt,
I was terribly sorry to hear about the loss of Dan, especially at such a young age. I hope you find strength and solace in one another during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts.
Genny Manzella
February 16, 2010
Allison
I am so terribly sorry about your loss. I will always remember Dan as such a nice guy. I hope you can find the strength you need to get through this difficult time. My family & I will remember you and your children in our thoughts and prayers.
Genny Smith Manzella
Laura Lindstrom
February 16, 2010
To Al and the whole family, I'm so so sorry for your loss. I wish I could have been there to give condolences in person.
Please know you are all in my prayers and my love to you all.
Laura
Peter, Barbara Cronin
February 16, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family, although we do not know you personally but only through Eileen and Lynn, whose friendship we hold most dear, our thoughts and prayers go out to all your family. There are no words to express our sadness. May God grant you strength. With sorrow, Barbara and Peter Cronin
Amy Woodworth
February 16, 2010
I am deeply saddened for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the fond memories of his life live in your hearts forever and give you strength in this most difficult time.
Katie & John Nicolau
February 16, 2010
Alison, Matt, Jack, and Paige:
What a great tribute to Dan at yesterday's mass. The retrospective from his family and the outpouring of affection from so many was truly moving. We are glad to have known him and will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
February 16, 2010
Alison, Jack, Matthew and Paige,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that you are surrounded by family and friends and that they will be a great support. Those of us at GBS who know you will be there if you need us...you have a beautiful family and part of Dan is within all of you...
Big hug,
Marianne Gudmundsson
GBS
Suzie and Bob Ziegenfuss
February 15, 2010
For Alison and family,
We wish we could have been with you all in Glenview today to celebrate Danny's life. Our hearts are broken for you and the kids and the many family and friends who loved him so. You will continue to be in prayers.
With love, Suzie and Ziggy
Steve Grundy Family
February 15, 2010
Alison,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Lori Minx
February 15, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
I don't know you personally but my daughter is friends with your children. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My heart truly breaks for you. My deepest sympathy to you all.
February 15, 2010
Dear Alison,
May God give you strength during this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your children.
Sincerely,
Donna Labahn Consolo
Julie and Christopher McMahon
February 15, 2010
We are very sad about your loss. Our family will be holding all of you in our prayers. Dan was a good man who offered to help our family with our home when others were not willing to and he never gave up even when the going got rough. He spoke very lovingly of his family and was very proud of his children who he obviously loved very much. God bless you each day...
The McMahon family
Linda (Madura) Meyer
February 15, 2010
Dear Allison,
I remember Dan from OLPH and obviously, you, from Regina. Although we didn't keep in touch it is hard to hear about former friends experiencing extremely difficult times. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sonia Boon
February 15, 2010
Dear Pontarelli family,
Am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Sonia Boon
Regina class of 1978
February 15, 2010
Dear Alison, Paige, Jack and Matt,
Our sincere and heartfelt prayers and condolences to you all. May your faith, family and friends get you through this very difficult time.
Fondly,
The Macchiaroli Family,
Glenview, Illinois
Mark Newton
February 15, 2010
Dear Alison,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure your memories will keep your heart warm and your great family and church support will lead you through.
We all lost a tremendous human being, unique and inspiring in many ways.
If there is ever anything I can do, just say the word.
Scott Bates
February 15, 2010
Alison,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary & Ruth Wodder
February 15, 2010
Alison and Family,
What a shock to hear from Lynn of Dan's passing. Prayers were said in Moscow and our thoughts are with you. May you find strength from God, friends, and family.
Maureen and Joe Deegan
February 15, 2010
Dear Alison - We are so sorry to hear about Dan. Many prayers are being said for you and the kids. May your wonderful memories of Dan keep you strong and moving forward. xo
Jim & Phyllis Priest
February 14, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Carol O'Grady
February 14, 2010
Dear Allison - I was really shocked to hear about your husband Dan. I send you my heartfelt sympathy, and hope for strength to see you through the difficult days ahead. My love, Carol
February 14, 2010
Alison and Family,
I am sorry to hear about your sudden loss. Your family are in our prayers. May the lord give you strength and peace of mind to get thru these times.You have your memories and know that Dan will always be there with you. We regret that we are far away and have loss touch thru the years. We are here if you need anything.
Bill& Maureen Harte Family
Terrence Dooley
February 14, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss and offer our condolences and prayers.
Rita and Terry Dooley
Andy and Joyce Hedlin
February 14, 2010
Dear Pontarlli Family- We will always cherish our memories of your Daniel and the families visits to Bemidji. His sense of humor and wonderful smile will always be remembered by his extended family in Minnesota.
Martha May
February 14, 2010
Dear Alison and family,
My heart breaks for you and my prayers are with you. I have only the fondest memories of Dan going back to my early days in real estate with Merrill Lynch. Please take care of each other. I send you the warmest regards.
Martha
Mary Beth Wright
February 14, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Mary Beth (Armato) Wright
nancy bollig
February 14, 2010
Alison- I am so sorry to hear about Dan. I will always remember him as a true genuine man, and always smiling. My thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family. Nancy Mulvihill Bollig
Pamela Halloran Adema
February 14, 2010
Alison
There are no words of comfort, just love all around.
My heart brakes for you and your children.
You and Dan will always be a great love story.
February 14, 2010
Dear Allison, Paige, Matt and Jack, I can't begin to know what you are going thru. Dan was a great Dad ( I remember all the birthday parties) and person, and will be missed by all the lives he touched in so many ways. I pray that your faith will pull you all thru the many changes your lives have taken and that in time the many happy memories you have as a family bring you some peace in your hearts. If you need anything, please ask. You are in my thoughts and prayers. xo Julie Spellman
Tina Crabtree
February 14, 2010
Dear Alison and family,
You are in my prayers for peace and comfort. The heart knows that a beloved husband and friend lives on and always in the adoration and memories of his family and friends, and that a father's love and spirit shine forth forever in his children's smiles. May the Good Lord keep you close during this difficult time and give you strength. Sincerely, Tina Crabtree
Teresa Swafford Kerr
February 13, 2010
Allison,
I was shocked and so so sorry to hear about your sudden loss in a wonderful man, husband and undoubtedly a great father too! I, too, can vividly remember Dan's twinkling, smiling eyes and adorable dimples that welcomed anyone he talked to. I am confident your amazing family will be strong as you work hard at making any kind of sense to your terrible loss. You have so many who want to do what they can for all of you - add me to the list!
Sincerely,
Jennifer & Steve Farber
February 13, 2010
Alison, Paige, Matt & Jack -
We are so sad to hear about Dan. He gave us a beautiful home and a lovely street to live on. His memory will live on in all the wonderful homes he built in Glenview. We are thinking of you and all of your family.
Mike Banas
February 13, 2010
Dear Alison,
Please receive my deepest sympathies in your loss of your very best friend. It has been a long time since we have communicated but I wanted you to know I always respected and appreciated you and Dan a great deal. Tomorrow morning I will ask my entire church to pray for you and your children. Asking our Lord to give you all the strength and courage you will need to face the days ahead. May our Lord pour His grace out on you and yours in this time of need.
Your Friend,
Mary & Jim Pomerantz
February 13, 2010
Dear Alison and Children,
Please accept our sincere condolances on the great loss of Dan. We have many happy memories from the old Langtry's days and now they are the fondest. Dan was always such a sweetheart and always had a smile on his face. Please know you all are in our thoughts and our prayers. Jim and Mary Pomerantz
Marlene Donovan
February 13, 2010
Dear Alison and Family, I was so sad to hear the news of Dan's passing. He was such a fun and friendly guy. He will be greatly missed by me, my family and all who knew him. My prayers for you, the children and the rest of your family.
Marlene Donovan (Biedron)
Linda Schrimpl
February 13, 2010
To the Pontarelli Family,
I am an OLPH friend of Eileen's. I feel so sad about the loss of Dan. I told Eileen I remember her brother as such a handsome young boy. Remembering the family as I do, I am certain he was a wonderful man. You are all in my prayers.
Linda Schrimpl
Grace Kelly Adair
February 13, 2010
Alison,
Our hearts ache for you and your children. Dan will be missed by many. His beautiful smile(I loved that dimple) and great eyes will forever be etched in my mind. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Grace Kelly Adair and Family
John & Michele Garvey
February 13, 2010
Dear Allison and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Ponto.
Jolee Streb
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison,
I am shocked and so sad to hear of your loss. I only remember your kind words in describing Dan and felt the love you had for him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe Schiele
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison & family,
While Dan & I did not stay in touch for many years,seeing him at the OLPH reunion this past October was wonderful. The friendship we shared during our grade school and high school years will surely last a lifetime.
There is no doubt there is a special place in heaven for Dan "Ponto" Pontarelli.
Michael & Amy LeTourneau
February 12, 2010
Dear Allison and Family,
Amy and I send our condolences. I will always have great memories of Dan in high school and college. You and the children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael & Amy LeTourneau
Krista Flynn Burgeson
February 12, 2010
Dear Allison, Paige, Jack & Matt,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are such a wonderful family and must be strong together and have faith in God. We have great memories of Dan coaching baseball and always being a part of everything at OLPH. All of our love and prayers are sent to your family.
Frankie and Patrick Flynn
Brian and Krista Flynn Burgeson
Lawrence Montalto
February 12, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear the news about Danny, when growing up in Glenivew/OLPH in families with multiple children about the same age, one always remembers all family members at such a time. My deepest sympathy to all of you at this trying time, I prefer to remember the friendly smile on his face from years ago.
Respectfully,
Larry Montalto
Mary and Pat McNulty
February 12, 2010
Allison and Family,
Please know that we are praying for all of you during this incredibly difficult time. May the memories of this sweet husband and father provide some measure of comfort to help soothe the pain.
Love,
Mary, Pat, Colleen, Kevin, Conor and Christopher McNulty
John & Paula Hicks
February 12, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family;
Dan was Always so nice and we will miss him....You all are in our families thoughts and prayers
February 12, 2010
Dear Allison and family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your Husband / Father.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
He'll be greatly missed.
Bastanipour Family
Strong
February 12, 2010
Der Allison and family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you on your great and unexpected loss. If we can be of any help or you have any questions just call.
Rick and Janeelle
Oona Eddleman (Morrison
February 12, 2010
Alison, Paige, Jack & Matthew:
Harry and I send our love, prayers, thoughts and condolences. We are very, very sorry to hear of your sudden loss - of such a dear father and husband. He raised three beautiful children, and I know you will miss him dearly.
God Bless you all during this difficult time. He was such a funny, sweet man, and I am sure his life will be celebrated for many years to come. We regret that we are so far away at this time.
Love Oona, Harry & Madeline Eddleman.
Ann and Joe Lantolf
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison and Children,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Ann and Joe Lantolf
Margo Grogan
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison,
I am so sorry for your loss, you and your children are in my thoughts and prayer.
Will Pfister
February 12, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family;
Although it has been some time since Dan and I had a chance to catch up, I will surely miss not having that next opportunity...
Sudden change is always difficult and my heart goes out to all in your emotional windstorm...
Time enhances the best memories...
Will Pfister
Brian Smith
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison,
Heather and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and the kids during this difficult time.
Christina Franz (formerly Tina Mundy)
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison and family -- my sincere and deepest sympathies on your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts as you cope with your loss.
Mike and Brigid Luxem
February 12, 2010
This will not sink in for many years to come. Dan was a true Gentleman and always welcome you with his great smile.May God bless and keep you strong.
Barbara Ransdell
February 12, 2010
Alison, Paige, Jack & Matt,
We am so sorry to hear about this. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you. I hope that the love in your hearts and the memories you share can help you through this very sad time. Our dearest condolences, Barbara, Jimmy & Michael Ransdell
February 12, 2010
Dear Alison, Matt, Paige, and Jack,
There are no words to describe how sorry we are to hear about your loss. Dan was a very special person. Always kind and always a great person to be around. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Chris Coleman
Roxanne and Mark Matthews
February 12, 2010
Dearest Alison, children and the Pontarelli Family,
We are so shocked and saddened to hear about your loving husband, father, son and brother, Dan. Please know that you are all in our hearts and prayers. We have to trust that God knows what He is doing and that He and Dan will continue to love and care for all of you.
With all our love, Roxanne and Mark Matthews
February 12, 2010
Dear Pontarelli Family~
We are deeply sorry to hear about the loss of Daniel. Please know that there are so many of us keeping you close in our prayers & thoughts~
May God Speed Peace!
Fondly~
Tracy Dowd Molleur & Family
Evergreen, Colorado
Mike Whalen
February 12, 2010
Pontarellis - I am sorry to hear about Daniel's death. I knew him from OLPH. Such a young age -- my deepest condolences.
February 12, 2010
Dear Allison,
Frank and I are deeply saddened to hear the news of Dan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Paige, Jack and Matt.
Danny was such a wonderul guy, he will be missed by so many.
Love, Noel
Pam Hartigan
February 12, 2010
Alison and children, my heart goes out to you. Your family is in our prayers. Pam, Hannah, Connor & John Hartigan
Pat & Sam Calascibetta
February 12, 2010
Dear Allison, Matt, Paige & Jack,
There are no words that can express the sadness we feel for all of you. Dan was always great with all of the kids and “coaching” the boys’ basketball team. He always made Tom feel so welcome in your home and will miss him terribly. Please let us know if there is anything we can do now or in the future. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Robin Billie
February 11, 2010
Dear Alison, Paige, Jack and Matt, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your husband and father. Dan was always so nice to Sean and we always enjoyed his wonderful sense of humor and his love for you all. I am out of town and will not be back until after the services. Please know you are all in and will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
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