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Daniel Krivitz Obituary

KRIVITZ, DANIEL JOHN February 25, 1973 to May 10, 2008 "ALOHA and MAHALO" Dan lived life to the fullest. He loved surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, dirt biking, camping and traveling, all with his wife Marie. Sadly he was taken from us by an accident near Julian. Dan attended OLPH, TDS and El Capitan H.S. He earned an A.A. at Grossmont C.C. and a B.S. at Cal Poly Pomona. Dan's love of the outdoors led to his own successful landscape architect company. He is survived by his loving wife, Marie, son Chad Tillema of Santee, parents Richard and Shirley Krivitz of Lakeside, siblings Courtney (Larry) Przybylak, Christie (Jason) Martinez, and Nick (Dawn) Krivitz. Uncle Dan will be remembered by his many nieces and nephews for his playful nature. Dan, Danny, "Cricket", "Hippie" will be missed greatly. His radiant smile will forever live in our hearts. Viewing and Rosary Thursday, May 15th, 6:30 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday, May 16th, 10 a.m. All services at OLPH Catholic Church, Lakeside. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dan Krivitz Memorial Fund at WAMU.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on May 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Krivitz

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Tom Parnell (The Godfather)

June 12, 2008

Memories. That is all we really have in life is memories.

I remember your boyish smile when I would give you and Mike Turpin both a dollar bill. This because I was the Godfather!

We all must live in the NOW to have the memories we like to touch with the fingers of our mind.

You my friend lived in the NOW. You experienced life. You viewed the wonders that God created. And you became creative yourself. When God is within, He creates. And you created in your work. God is indeed with you and you with Him.

You gave us memories. Your trips. Peru. Your marriage in Hawaii. Wow, that was great! I am such a stick in the mud, it would have been years before I took Audra there if ever, But you created the chance for us to go and the memory. Thank you.

Now we have our memories, but also the inspiration to live in the NOW! Thank you God for the time you let us know Dan.

Bruce Mikolaycik

June 12, 2008

It's hard to describe the feeling of loss I've had since Dan's death. I've never felt so empty - so affected by anyone's death as by his. My faith assures me he's the arms of our Heavenly Father, by my heart aches for the tragic loss of a dear friend.

Rich, Shirley, Marie, what words can begin to describe the pain you must feel?
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shirley Krivitz

June 12, 2008

Danny,
I've been sitting here just trying to decide what to say in this letter. there are so many memories I have of you as a baby, a child, a teen, a young man and as a man.

I remember the moment you were born and they laid you on my chest, how happy I was that you were here. . . with all ten fingers and toes. How proud I was to tell your Dad that we had a son. You were the happiest baby. You'd lay in your crib until we'd peek in to see if you were awake and then you'd see us and you'd give us that great big grin and kick your legs to tell us how happy you were to see us. And, I remember holding you at the baptismal font at OLPH when you were Baptized. Dad and I wanted you to always be a "Child of God".

You have always been ALL BOY! You had to climb up on everything to explore it, take every toy apart to see how it worked, and if there was a pile of dirt you would be there with your cars and trucks. You would fly out the driveway on your bike, off to new adventures every day.

As a teenager you took us all on a ride. Somedays it was smooth but other times it was bumpy and filled with holes. . . remember the time you decided for a couple of nights it was better to sleep in a hole than to live here? I do!

I think the turning point in your life was when you started college. Oh you still liked to party and have a good time, but you began to take life a little more seriously. And, becoming a Landscape Architect became your goal. I know how extra hard you had to work to acheive your goal but once you put your mind to it there was no stopping you. Remember those flash cards you'd make with the official plant name (usually latin) on one side and the common name on the other. How many times did we go over those? But you reached your goal and got your degree. Yeah!

Dan, marrying Marie was the best decision you could have made. She helped you become the man you were meant to be. Marie will always be a daughter to us.

I'm sorry that Chad didn't get to know you better, but he is a part of our lives now and forever.

All your life you have been true to your family and your friends. You loved from your heart, there is no doubt about that.

Son, I'm very proud of the man you became but I'm your Mom, and I'll never forget the little boy who came into my life and changed it forever. I will miss picking up the phone and hearing you say "Hey Mom" and "I love you, too".

I know you were only on loan to us from God but I thank Him everyday for choosing us to be your parents. You truly were a gift from God. Until we are united again, know that I love you Dan.
Mom

Laurie Mikolaycik

June 12, 2008

On May 10, 2009, the world for everyone who knew and loved Danny changed forever. For Rich and Shirley, for Marie, for Cori and Larry, Christie and Jason, Nick and Dawn - and for all of us who know and love them too. While all of us rejoice for Danny in the certainty that he is at Home with God, our hearts are heavy with sadness, for we are all so Homesick now. How can we help but long to be together again, where all of our tears are wiped away forever?
We pray that faith, hope and love come easily to Rich, Shirley, Marie, and all the rest of Dan's amazing family as you travel through this valley of tears. Just as you know that God is with you all on the journey, know that there are many of us who travel this most difficult of roads with you in love and support.
And when finally we all make it Home, I have no doubt Danny will be there with wide open arms and his beautiful smile to welcome us in - and more than likely he may also want to show us what he has been doing with the Garden!

Shirley Krivitz

June 12, 2008

Danny,
I've been sitting here just trying to decide what to say in this letter. There are so many memories I have of you as a baby, a child, a teen, a young man and as a man.

I remember the moment you were born and they laid you on my chest, how happy I was that you were here....with all ten fingers and toes. How proud I was to tell your Dad that we had a son. You were the happiest baby. You'd lay in your crib until we'd peek in to see if you were awake and then you'd see us and you'd give us that great big grin and kick your legs to tell us how happy you were to see us.
And, I remember holding you at the baptismal font at OLPH when you were Baptized. Dad and I wanted you to always be a "Child of God".

You have always been ALL BOY! You had to climb up on everything to explore it, take every toy apart to see how it worked, and if there was a pile of dirt you would be there with your cars and trucks. You would fly out of the driveway on your bike, off to new adventures every day.

As a teenager you took us all on a ride. Somedays it was smooth but other times it was bumpy and filled with holes......remember the time you decided for a couple of nights it was better to sleep in a hole than to live here? I do!

I think the turning point in your life was when you started college. Oh you still liked to party and have a good time, but you began to take life a little more seriously. And, becoming a landscape architect became your goal. I know how extra hard you had to work to acheive your goal but once you put your mind to it there was no stopping you. Remember those flash cards you'd make with the official plant name (usually latin) on one side and the common name on the other. How many times did we go over those? But you reached your goal and got your degree. Yeah!

Dan, marrying Marie was the best decision you could have made. She helped you become the man you were meant to be. Marie will always be a daughter to us.

I'm sorry that Chad didn't get to know you better, but he is a part of our lives now and forever.

All your life you have been true to your family and your friends. You loved from your heart, there is no doubt about that.

Son, I'm very proud of the man you became but I'm your mom, and I'll never forget the litttle boy who came into my life and changed it forever. I will miss picking up the phone and hearing you say "Hey Mom" and "I love you, too".

I know you were only on loan to us from God but I thank Him everyday for choosing us to be your parents. You truly were a gift from God. Until we are united again, know that I love you Dan.
Mom

Courtney Przybylak

June 11, 2008

Danny, we were siblings, who at times couldn’t stand to be in the same room with each other. Of course, that was when we were young and Mom and Dad used to tell us it was because we were so much alike. Then we grew up and things changed…

We went our separate ways but our appreciation and love for one another grew. Hailey & Michael loved being with their Uncle Dan. Their memories of growing up with you will forever be cherished, but the best and most important thing you shared with them and so many others was your ability to succeed and still make time to enjoy life.

Nathan & Aaron are young but blessed with the recent memories of you playing Legos with them. I am so proud of the man you have become. Your wife, my sister, Marie
will be a constant reminder of your love and carefree spirit. I will forever miss you, for life as we knew it, has changed once again…

I love you Danny ~

Your Big Sis, Cori

Anne Powell

June 10, 2008

Dear Krivitz Family,
I feel blessed to have known Dan for the past year. He was a talented Landscape Architect and a really nice person. We are building our home now in San Diego and feel honored to be executing Dan's amazing landscape designs. He will be graciously remembered by our family.

To his wife Marie - although I have not met you, Dan spoke of you with such pride and love. The last time I spoke to Dan, you both had just returned from a short stay in Mammoth. He told me that he really enjoyed the vacation. You made him a very happy man.

Blessings and hugs to you Marie,

Karen Jorgensen (Kobliska)

June 6, 2008

To all who were touched by Dan, I'm so sorry that this special person has been called away. My prayers are with you.

Alicia Mikolaycik

June 6, 2008

It is always clear that someone lived their lives to the fullest when none of us here are ready to see them leave... and that, I think, is the hallmark of Dan's life -- living it to the fullest. I will always remember Dan with his sly, mischievous smile, and how blessed we were to have just a little time with him in the grand stretch of eternity.

Rich & Shirley -- a job well done. God must be so proud.

Corie, Christy, and Nick -- also a job well done. We all know it is impossible to turn out the way we are without strong influences from our siblings!

Marie -- how lucky Dan was to have been able to share some of his precious time here with you. When people talk about soulmates, I am confident your match is what they are referring to.

You will all remain in my thoughts and prayers far beyond this day.

Jordan Martinez

June 4, 2008

I can still remember the call I got from my brother Jason the day were from taken from us and the helpless felling that surrounded me knowing that none of us will ever get to see you again.

Dan I will always have a place in my heart for you. I will keep with me the memories of the fishing trips, the motorcycle rides and the time we just sat on the beach all day in San Filipe…. And how can I forget your smile. I thank you for being part of my family and the influential positive vibe that you have stowed upon all of us. You are definitely one of a kind and you can never be replaced. If ever I have an angel looking over me I hope it is you.

Marie, the Krivitz family and to all that Dan loved I send a prayer that we will someday stop grieving and keep celebrating the memories Dan has left us all.

Dan, you will never ever be forgotten

Brenda Martinez

June 3, 2008

Signing this guest book has been a difficult thing to sit down and do...it makes it that more real....and final. How do you sum up the memories and life of such an amazing person.
Dan and I met in Yearbook class at El Cap and later had a class at Grossmont College, but the memories don't stop there. I guess you could say we are family since Christie is my sister in law and friend. Just hearing your childhood stories could have anyone laughing for days!
I will never forget the day we got the call you were gone and how my heart broke for Marie and your family and all those that loved you.
You've left a piece of you with us all and have inspired us to make the best of each day that we are blessed with. Every day I look at your picture on the program hanging on the fridge with a wooden Hawaii sandal magnet and a letter D magnet from Skyler's alphabet and cant help but smile back at you. Your amazing smile is a daily reminder of who you were and how much joy you brought to everyone around you.
Thank you for always making me smile and for just being you.
Enjoy your new journeys and I will look forward to running into you again.

Robert Fisher

June 3, 2008

It has been a while since we were able to hang out, watch motor cross, camping or even take a trip to Mammoth or Tahoe. Dan you always kept a great outlook on live and were able to view the world as beautiful place to enjoy and conquer. My heart goes out your family. May god be with you all.

Paul Turpin

June 2, 2008

When I heard the news, I couldn't believe it was true. You were really gone. Dan "The Man" is no longer with us. I asked myself why God would take such an awesome person so early in his life. I could only assume he was in need of someone very special to watch over his garden. Someone who was caring, loving, honest, a friend, a brother, a husband, a father, and most of all a talented and true gift from God. Well, Heaven has surely gained a great soul. Dan, you were an awesome friend to me and all who surrounded you. You were never one to take things for granted and always took pride in whatever you did. I had so many wonderful memories with you growing up, some I dare not mention on this guest book (Ha). God must of had bigger and better plans for you up in heaven. Maybe there is a new Heavenly Skate Park that needs designed or a never ending wave to be ridden. Well, whatever it is, you will always be remembered as a true friend. I will miss you. Watch over your wife and son, Mom and Dad, Sisters and brother. But mostly keep an eye on your brother Nick...you know why (Ha). Please put in a good word for me up there, God knows I need it. Thanks for being you. Your friend, Paul

Sharon Smith

June 2, 2008

Hey Danny, I guess you know by now that our earthly loss of you is Gods precious gain!! We have our great memories of you, and they are great!, but God is the lucky one now! I know that He really always had you, but I am so thankful that we had you here for a little while. There was always stories of Danny when I would call your mom!! Mostly those Danny and Nicky stories that your cousins, Chris and Ty laughed at, and I told them not to try!!!
You were always so funny and so happy go lucky! I loved your funny, never quite know whats going on, smile and laugh!
You are the only one I can ever remember Uncle Merle calling to say that the Packers won!! and your team didn't! He thinks you are pretty awesome too!
Thank you for being such a great nephew to me and for always making me feel special! I love you and will keep you close to my heart until we meet again! Aunty Sharon
Marie,
Rich, Shirl, Cori, Larry, Christie, Jason, Nicky, Dawn, Chad, and all you sweet nephews and nieces, my heart is with you and I am praying for God's grace for you daily!

Richard Krivitz

June 1, 2008

This is about the hardest thing I've ever done...losing you, Dan, and now, finally letting you go so you can "fly".

What a treasure you were as a baby boy to your mom, 2 sisters, and me. I painted "it's a boy" on my car & front picture window to announce your birth to the world. People thought I was "nuts" but I didn't care..."You" had arrived!

From the beginning, Danny, you had it tough: A full-breech birth & jaundice kept you from coming home right away, a speech difficulty as a young boy, a learning problem in your primary school years, early rebellion at 13, etc, etc. But you were determined and overcame everything life threw at you. You created your dreams and achieved them. You met Marie, the girl of your deams and loved her as no one else could.

We taught you the basics the best we could, especially how to "love" and "be loved". Danny, you learned those lessons very well, picked up a few more values from us, added a few personal values that were distinctively "Dan" and ... WOW!

We were pleased with most of your choices but had to begin the "letting-go" process in your mid-teen years. We let you go a little more during your college years, and then let you go to the love of your life, Marie. What freedom we didn't give, you took...and we learned to love and appreciate you more as time went on. You made us proud by your choice of exceptional friends. Your mom and I recognized the many big and small ways you loved Marie to make her happy.

I'd like to think that the "Danny & Nicky" stories I made up when you were younger helped you to live your life with zest and seek adventure where ever you went.

I had no unfinished business or things I wish I had said before you left, except for the lunch we missed and the cruise we wanted to take with you and Marie. I loved you tremendously and was extremely proud of the man you had become. It was obvious to me that you had reached a pinacle of your life when Our God took you home. I know you are happy, son, with your real Father. I realize you were just "on loan" to me so you could learn about your real Daddy, your Abba, and I hope he judges that I did my job well. I will miss you tremendously until we meet again.

I love you, son!

Dad

Mary (Piebel) Bogensberger

May 29, 2008

To the Krivitz family: I am so sorry for your loss...You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Damon Follen

May 22, 2008

Dan was one of my closest friends. We road together, worked together, and hung together. I will miss him more than words will ever explain. I know he wouldnt have wanted me to mourne the way i am or to the extent that I am but I find it hard losing such a close brother! He was good to me, my wife, and was an ever loving role model to my son, who to this day asks "where's Hippie?" He will be in our hearts forever and We will always be ther for our good friend Marie. Ride on Hippie! I will see you! I love you more than you will ever know.

Jon Spencer

May 22, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Marie and the Krivitz family. May God provide his peace to you all at this difficult time.

I feel honored to have known Dan for the short time I did. I have so many great memories of college field trips, all nighters finishing our projects, football games, the bon fires, and just hanging out.

Dan was always the one to get everyone together. He was always positive. And he was alway up for a good adventure. He lived life to the fullest, everyday.

He was a great friend. I will miss him greatly!

Matt Torres

May 21, 2008

Dan was a great guy. I will never forget our snowboarding and poker adventures. You will be missed!

Jason Martinez

May 19, 2008

It was hard driving back to Arizona without thinking of Danny everywhere I looked, not just the places we have been together, but the beauty of the skies and mountains. That was something Dannny always took time to admire and to refuel his smile to bring back to everyone he came in contact with. Danny is more than my brother-inlaw, he is my brother in Christ and a great friend, his spirit will forever be with me.

Rich & Shirley, you raised an amazing son and the rest of your kids at that. I love you!

Marie, You will forever be my sister and I hope to continue to have many more memories with you in the future. I love you!

Lisa Daubert

May 17, 2008

"I am ready to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter."
--Winston Churchill

Sounds like Dan, doesn't it?

Dan, you will be missed but not forgotten. We did not get to see each other too often but the times that we shared were like there was no distance between us at all. You were unique and spontaneous, free and spirited....a true one of a kind and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way!

Marie, Uncle Rich, Aunt Shirley, Cori, Christie, Nick and Chad....You all have been in my thoughts and prayers constantly. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.

Joan McIntosh & Family

May 16, 2008

I am sure that everyone who knows you, in a big way or small, are sharing in the heart breaking pain of your great loss. And many are the prayers that you will be comforted by your deep faith and love of our Lord. I pray that all of your family will feel the loving arms of our Father around you as you walk through the grief and that soon your tears of sorrow will turn into smiles of happy memories.
Love from Joan McIntosh and family.

Barbara Guerrero

May 16, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Rich and his family on your loss. May your memories of Dan carry you through this very difficult and sad time.

Karen and Steve Fleury

May 16, 2008

Dear Rich, Shirley and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We shall be thinking of Dan and all of you and will add all of you to our prayers. May God bless you.

Ken Krivitz

May 15, 2008

Marie, Chad, Rich and Shirley I feel sadness for you on the loss of Danny. Please allow heaven to welcome him to the kingdom while remembering all the good you shared with him during his short stay on earth.

Chris & Jean Whitmore

May 15, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Krivitz family. Hold fast to your faith and beliefs and you will make it through this.

Rebecca Neslon (Ditomaso)

May 15, 2008

I have known you and your family my whole life. You always have been around family function, beach days, kids’ tables, or doing whatever crazy things are Mom’s put us up to, and the best of all when you sucked me into Amway. (Luckily did not last long for us both). I loved seeing you at Halloween when I would bring Seth by and you and your whole family sitting by the fire passing out candy. I am truly grateful and blessed to have known you. Even thought we were not really close, the times I did see you we always had thing to talk about. I have always seen your family as a part of mine. I will miss that smile everyone is talking about, and your zest for life. “My God be with you til we meet again my friend”

Marie,
I only have not known you that long I have mostly seen you at family events; I am so thankful that you and Dan were able to find each other; and able to live your life together to the fullest. I am sorry for your loss and words can not express the love I have for you at this time. May God bless you with the strength to get through this hard time; I will keep you in my prayers.

The Krivitz,
I love you all very much; my heart is full of sadness for you all at this time. Danny was a great person and I was luck to have had him in my life. Rich and Shirley, I want to thank you for raising such a fine man, who had respect for all things and loved to be free, and was not afraid to live the way he wanted too. I know that God will bless you and your family with the strength to get through the hard times, and you will be able to lean on him when ever you are in need; he is always listening with open arms. Love you much and my prayers are with you.

Art & Yvonne Martinez

May 15, 2008

Dan,
You are definitely one of a kind...always had a smile and we loved the tie-tied shirt we once saw you in! Your love for life and your family did not go unrecognized. You were a wonderful and fun friend, son and husband. I can understand why God wanted you with Him now - to be reunited with all those who have gone before, however, the impact of your absence here on earth is going to be shattering. Fortunately we all have so many good memories of you to hold onto.
We will see you someday again.
All our love,

Marno Miller

May 15, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Krivitz's family. It is clear from all that I have read that Dan was a wonderful soul. During his brief time here he has touched the lives of many. May your memories carry you through this difficult time.

Ginger Cornwell

May 15, 2008

I am just so sad Dan is no longer here with us! God must really have needed Dan by his side immediately. My heart and prayers go out to the Krivitz family!

JEFF & PEGGY MARTINEZ

May 15, 2008

WE ARE STILL IN SHOCK & CAN'T BELIEVE THAT DAN HAS BEEN TAKEN FROM US. ALL WE CAN TRULY REMEMBER IS HIS VIBRANT SMILE THAT LIT UP ANY ROOM. WE WILL MISS YOU BUT WILL HAVE MANY GREAT MEMORIES OF YOU. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS GO OUT TO
THE KRIVITZ FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU
DAN!!

Stephen Wilshire

May 15, 2008

To the Krivitz family,

our deepest condolences for this tragic loss.

Aaron, Mandy, and Jace Oltersdorf

May 15, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Krivitz and family,
The Oltersdorf Family is so sorry for your loss and we are praying for your strength and peace during this extremely difficult time. We did not know Dan personally, but being a Krivitz, there is no doubt that he was a kind and loving man. We know he will be missed deeply by many. May you find comfort in God, each other, and your friends.

Sincerely,

Justin & Tracey Martinez

May 15, 2008

Dan was a person to where he was never disliked and he always had such a positive spirit. He just had the personality to where everyone loved him, he has been a part of my family for over 11 years. He will be missed and his smile will be remembered and imprinted in our minds forever. This has changed all of our lives, but we all need to keep his spirit alive and celebrate the times we got to spend with him.
To Rich, Shirley and Family, I am so sorry that such a great man was stripped from you, please remember even though I am far from you, Tracey and I will always be here for you.

Michelle Hicks

May 15, 2008

To the Krivitz Family,
We are so saddened by your incredible loss. You have such a strong and loving family, we hope God, family and your extended family of friends will bring you some comfort.
Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Bill and Michelle Hicks and Family

Andy Berg

May 15, 2008

I only knew Dan in my younger years, but his energy and zest for life left an impression on me that I never forgot. After reading some of these entries, he obviously continued to leave positive impressions with everyone he met. My heart goes out to Dan’s family.

Rich & Sue Misko

May 15, 2008

Dear Rich, Shirley and the entire Krivitz Family:

We have been friends for most of our lives, and shared our families over the miles. We have all had happy, fun, upsetting, and sad stories to share, but nothing has been as devastating as this loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. I know faith and time are great healers, and so are the wonderful memories you have of Dan. God Bless you all.

Dan visiting Paul Turpin in Spokane, WA-1999,Barb, pregnant w/Dylan Turpin.

May 15, 2008

David and Michelle Ditomaso

May 15, 2008

To the entire family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Danny will be missed and this comes as a complete shock. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you all.

Love,
David and Michelle

jeff lust

May 14, 2008

dan was such a positive man nothing could get him down the Lust family will miss him

Rick Wolf

May 14, 2008

Unfortunately I didn't know Dan very long. However, it was immediately evident that Dan was the kind of person everyone liked. He was full of energy, was always up beat and saw solutions not problems. He was a person of rare enthusiasm, talent, vision, and a man of great character and integrity. He always had a smile on his face and took the time to hear what others had to say. Dan was someone you wanted to be around. He was a pleasant person and a pleasure to know. I know he will be missed and I can not imagine the tremendous pain you feel. I truly wish there were more guys like Dan in the world. I heard a song not all that long ago that really speaks of each person's uniqueness, it says "there is just one you, not twenty, not ten, not two. In all of the whole wide world, God only made one you." Dan was surely one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11:25-26

G. Miller

May 14, 2008

I've always look at Dan and Marie's life through a verse in a song,
"Did you ever know that you're my hero, and everything I would like to be?
I can fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings."

Godbless you, sister and the Krivitz family, thank you for giving my sister her Hero and her Wind to fly, Danny-Boy!!

April

May 14, 2008

To the entire Krivitz Family, What a blessing to have lived your life with every beat of your heart, facing the wind and looking for the next adventure! Tuck away the memory of that joy for ever,to pull out when ever you need to smile. I am praying God's continung peace and comfort for all of you in this very difficult time. I am sorry I am not able to be with you all, but know in my heart I am standing by your side .

Dan showing Alex how to ride! (July 2006)

Katie and Joe Daubert

May 14, 2008

Dan, we will miss you so...but are glad to have seen you a lot over the past few years. I will always remember you showing Alex how to sit on your bike like he was going to ride it. you were a great cousin and a good friend. I only wish we could have spent more time with you. A silly phrase from you that will live on at our house is "bit#%en". only in CA do silly phrases like that live on, but now even in WI we will remember your silly sayings and great love for life and family! we will miss you until we all meet again.

Barbie DeRosa (aka Turpin)

May 14, 2008

Dan was such a great guy. I always knew him through Paul Turpin and all the times we had together w/Dan were always fun and exciting and upbeat just like him. He will be missed. Marie, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tracelyn (Powell) Wilson

May 14, 2008

To All of The Krivitz Family~
I cannot even begin to imagine the shock and sadness that you must be feeling. I am so sorry for this HUGE loss in your family and hope that your memories of Danny will carry you through this difficult time and maybe even make you smile. Please take comfort in knowing that he is now in Heaven with Our Lord Jesus.

Dave Sicotte

May 14, 2008

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Wendy Ratzow

May 14, 2008

Mr. Macho Man... What can I say, except I am so glad I got to see you & spend that time with you last year. I will never forget you! You were my Mr. Macho Man!!! I will never forget when you guys came for Darren's wedding...the trip back! You will be with me forever! I love you very much & will miss you greatly! Marie, my thoughts & prayers are with you! Love ya!

Naomi Brody

May 14, 2008

Danny~
As cousins we grew up so far away from each other which made the moments we were together extra special! I am sad that you are gone. I will keep the memories that I have of you as a reminder of what a great person you were! Love you much!

TERI KARLINSKY

May 14, 2008

I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS TO US ALL. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND HELP YOU THROUGH THIS.
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Tammi Michael

May 14, 2008

I have many happy memories from childhood of my brothers and myself spending hours playing with Cori, Christie, Dan and Nick. We always looked forward to spending time with the Krivitz Family. Cori and I stayed in contact and it was a pleasure to catch up with Dan (and the rest of the Krivitz Family) at all their important events. Dan did so much during his time here. Much more than many will do in their lifetime. I admire him for that reason. I'll always remember him smiling and the twinkle he always had in his eyes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cara Luhring (Williams)

May 14, 2008

I knew Danny as Nicky's older brother or Christie's younger brother since the good ole OLPH days. His presence will be sorely missed.

Bradly Ratzow

May 14, 2008

Danny, I'll never forget you. You may have lived pretty far from Wisconsin, but you were always close because you were family. I'll always remember when you & your family always came out here over the summers, & the fun we had at Grandma's. I remember when we came out there for Christies Wedding, I went golfing for the 1st time, on the third hole I tee'd off the ball bounced off my foot & hit me in the head. You & Nick show us how to surf & boogy board. Darren & I couldn't beat you & Nick in Basketball. When you came out here, I believe for Joe's wedding & we went bowling at Radtke's. The last time we saw you was the family reunion (5yrs ago). The last time I heard from you, you congratulated Shelly & I for being pregnant, you told us of that you guys were doing good. Danny, you were a great person, I have looked upto you my whole life & always will. I will miss you!!

Tania deLeon

May 14, 2008

I have so many wonderful memories of Dan; it would be too hard to list just one. My love and prayers go out to the family especially his amazing wife Marie. Dan will always be a part of my happiest memories and hold a huge place in my heart.
Love to all-
Tañia

GORDON MILLER

May 14, 2008

DAN, I WILL MISS YOU FOR SURE AND KEEP THE HAPPY THOUGHTS OF YOU AND MY SISTER. YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE ANGEL WHO GUIDED MY SISTER THROUGH THIS GREAT WORLD, SHOWING HER HOW TO LIVE OFF THE LAND AND ENJOY IT 100%.
I GUESS IT WAS YOUR TIME TO GET YOUR WINGS AND TAKE FLIGHT TO OUR GREAT HEAVEN ABOVE! HAPPY FLYING DANNY BOY..

Valerie Young

May 14, 2008

You will be missed but not forgotten.

'Auntie Bonnie' Rynders

May 14, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to you Marie, Rich & Shirley, Cori, Christie and Nick! I only wish I could say something to help you understand what has happened or do something to make it better! There is nothing but to know that his Spirit is free and will be with us in our hearts forever. I love you all very much and you will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of sorrow!

When I think of Danny I think of this poem about how he lived his life!

"Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of Arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body,
But rather, to skid in side-ways, thoroughly used up, Totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming:
WOW…What a ride!! Author unknown

Oh Danny Boy-you will be missed with that wonderful sunny smile and those awesome green eyes that twinkled ever so! But the memories you gave us all will live preciously in our hearts forever and always be treasured. So Good bye for now and we will meet again soon!

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