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Daniel Motta Obituary
Danny, we love and miss you more than you can believe. We will always remember you as our baby boy. You have a beautiful heart, so young and open. You are a loving son, brother & friend. The impact you have had on us is indescribable. Daniel you are an independent & free spirit, drawing many to you, as you look beyond the surface of those you meet, to see the inner truth, judging no one. Dan, your way with younger children, is a gift. All seem to gravitate to you, because of your sincerity and patience.
Dan loves people, sports (more people) & kids (yet more people). Danny loved animals, video games, cartoons, movies, snowboarding and people (again). For Dan, it's all about people, dances, parties, barbeques, or hanging out.
Danny is survived by his parents Susan and Neal, brother Justin sister Jacqui, grandparents Lillian, Charlene & Ray, aunts Teresa, Gloria & Alexzandra, uncles Tim, Gerry, Chris & Grant, cousins Anthony, Brittany, Kalah, Camille & Julian. But Daniel will be missed by so many more. We are honored to have been part of his life.
Dan's Services will be held Thursday, August 4th at Chapel of Flowers, 900 South Second Street, San Jose. You may also come to honor Dan on Wednesday, August 3rd, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, make a donation in Daniel's name to O'Neill Sea Odyssey http://www.oneillseaodyssey.org. Phone 831-465-9390.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Motta
Jess
September 1, 2005
I have known Daniel since the second grade although in recent years we have gone to our own groups. Daniel is such a sweet, kind, and gental young man who will be missed by everyone that he has met always and forever. He has remained to be one of the few greater than great friends that I have for all these years. I will miss you always Daniel and I will never forget your kind smile. Del Mar wont be the same without you Dan, when we are laughing and having fun, its all for you. The senior class of 06 will be the most thoughtful for years to come. We have so much to thank you for Danny, I dont even know where I would begin. To the family and other friends, you are all in my heart. I love you Daniel and all of us will remember you through smiles. Stay happy!
John, Anne, Ian, &Andy Nourse
August 5, 2005
Our son Ian is a fellow senior at Del Mar and although he did not know Daniel, as the parents of two boys I cannot imagine your grief at this time. I hope the wonderful life Daniel led will provide you with memories which will help heal the pain. And I know his spirit will be with you always.
The Dyer Family- Cindy, Jillian and Taylor
August 4, 2005
Our deepest sympathy and support for your family during this painful time. May the Lord bless you and fill each of your lives with many happy memories of your very special Daniel.
August 4, 2005
im very sorry about your lose i went to school with daniel and he was a very nice person. i will miss him very much.RIP daniel we love you
Marina Tilbury
August 3, 2005
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Daniel was a wonderful young man who will always be remembered, and missed by many.
With our deepest sympathy from the Tilbury family
Jenna Skinner
August 3, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Joan & Gary Meade
August 3, 2005
Neil, Sue, Jacqui & Justin - what a terrible loss for you. I don't have the words to describe the pain I feel for you now. Scott has always spoken well of Danny (though when they were younger, as all younger brothers, he could give Scott & Justin some grief at times!) My heart is broken; I have been praying for you all every day. Please know that you were such wonderful parents and we appreciated everything you did with and for Scott. Our thoughts and prayers are with you - a life way too young to be taken.
Joan Meade
Nichole Mortenson
August 3, 2005
Daniel Motta Is the most gental and best person all around. he never had problems with anyone.When I would look at daniel all i would see where smiles!! I love and am going to miss him with all my heart!!R.I.P Daniel!
April McGuire
August 3, 2005
Dear Motta Family,
I am a Del Mar parent. I did not have the honor of knowing Daniel. But as a parent my heart aches for you. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
April McGuire
Aure Santiago Jr.
August 3, 2005
Our condolences and deepest sympathy to the Motta family during this difficult time. From the Santiago family.
Joanna Vermy
August 3, 2005
Sue, Neil & family,
Even though I didn't see much of Daniel the last several years (only in passing at school) I remember him as far back as when he was in the 5th grade with Nick. Last night as Valerie and the boys went through pictures at my kitchen table I saw SO MANY photos of Daniel hugging and laughing with friends throughout the years. Those are the memories I will hold dear and I pray that those photos and love from all his friends will give you and yours comfort in this time of need. Finally, last night, I saw Daniel in my dreams with a hugh smile.
Someone so special will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are you.
Doreen Lucio
August 3, 2005
To the Motta family - your beautiful boy will be so missed by all. We have known Daniel for only a few years but he touched our lives. Both my children Josh & Rachel have fun and fond memories of Daniel, always the joking, vans skate park, and trips in the looser cruiser. Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. We are thinking of you all in this difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy - The Lucio family
Ashley Sedillo
August 3, 2005
I think anyone who ever met Daniel has been affected by the accident, daniel always made people laugh, he was the life of the party and when anyone was around him it was hard to not have a good time. We are going to miss him a lot and i promise to him that every memory we share in our senior year we will bring daniel along with us in spirit. I <3 WBC!
Tammy Ramos
August 3, 2005
To the Motta Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you as you go through this very difficult time. Just know that Daniel touched the lives of so many and will always be remembered. That is how we can keep his memory alive. He was definitely a true friend to many. Ashley and her friends are very shaken by this loss of such a wonderful friend.
Evelyn Ortiz
August 3, 2005
To the Motta Family: Our deepest thoughts of sympathy go out to all of you. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. My daughter, Kristen, tells me that Daniel was always kind to everyone and a willing friend to all. He has touched so many lives in such a short time on this earth. He will long live in the hearts of many. Respectfully, Evelyn Ortiz and Kristen Stanley
Paulette Carney
August 3, 2005
Sue and Neil,
Daniel was a great friend to many. We loved having Daniel hang out with Tyler. Their group of friends miss him so much. They all are feeling great pain and lost and wish there was something they could do. They will never forget the kindness he showed them. They have so many great memories with your son. I will miss Daniel and know that the memories will live forever with the boys.
My condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time.
Paulette and Jon Carney
Ayden Nathan
August 2, 2005
Hi Susan & Family,
Just an old friend from amat thinking of you and your family.
Please accept my condolences and deepest sympathy over the loss of your precious son Daniel.
Paul Kallam
August 2, 2005
Sue:
Please accept my very deepest sympathy for your loss. Stephanie and I are praying for you and your family.
Paul
Stephanie McCain
August 2, 2005
I was an aquaintence of Daniel's, and even though we were not the best of friends, I still feel the pain of losing one of my best friends. He was a great guy, and an all around good person with a great heart. I send my condolenses out to his family and friends. Del Mar High School will not be the same.
Pat Pecknold
August 2, 2005
Neal and Family, it is a terrible thing to lose a family member a son. We can only wish that God is looking out for him.
Our Prayers and Thoughts go out to you.
Sincerely,
Pat Pecknold
Diane Hawk
August 2, 2005
Daniel's spirit still lives on in the hearts of many who he touched. How blessed where those who knew him. He will be missed by all, your family most of all. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Tony Salangsang
August 2, 2005
Please accept our condolences and our deepest sympathy.
The Salangsang Family.
Tim Wright
August 2, 2005
Karen and I express our thoughts and prayers to the Motta Family during this difficult ordeal.
Donna Landry
August 2, 2005
Motta Family,
Your son, the angel, will walk with you, extend his love in every moment as God has given him eternal love & peace. He watches over you and Daniel is ever present in each day that passes. You will think of him often - as it should be.
Donna & Richard Landry
Margaret Vind
August 2, 2005
Words could never ease the pain you must feel. Please know that you are in my prayers at this difficult time.
With love and my deepest sympathy,
Margaret
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