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Sarah Kasch
September 2, 2019
Not sure what to say. Love you, Christine.
Dominique Wallace
September 1, 2019
Christine and Daniel have been united once again. We will miss your gentleness, Christine. It was my deepest pleasure to know you and share life's journey. Rest in Peace, tender soul
Elaine Geyer
September 1, 2019
For Christine, who joined Daniel in heaven today.
Mom
July 1, 2017
Hey my sweet young man that was taken from us way too soon in life. You were not supposed to go before me that's for sure and it still breaks my heart every morning waking up to a new day without you. I am doing the best I can to keep positive and try to always laugh and smile just as you always did. You loved life and loved people so when you left us here you left a lot of people that truly miss you always. People say life's too short and most of them have no clue as to how short it really can be. I know that you and Michael had no idea that on that Wednesday on April 7th that your life wiould be too short. I like to believe you are still walking with me through this journey of growth as a parent that lost a child, it's harder than I can express. I know you and God have to be helping me because I couldn't do this alone that's for sure. I often think of what Heaven must be like. One glorious day we will be together again and until then I will keep my promise to you that I made after you passed and also to your brother and sister Tiffany to never give up and always do the best I can. I love and miss you so much buddy and now that I know this is still open I will write more often xo buddy, I love you
July 1, 2017
This candle burns for you Daniel. You will always be loved and missed
LINDA SCHIRO
March 15, 2017
YOU LIVE DANIEL IN OUR HEART EACH DAY. SO LOVED NEVER FORGOTTEN. I KEEP A CANDLE LIT FOR YOU EVCERYDAY LOVE YOU JOEYSMOM
Mom
October 6, 2015
I love and miss you every day Daniel. It isn't getting better but it is getting different. Wish you were here. Thank you for all the signs, keep them coming! Love you always
I love you angel
mom
April 14, 2012
Thinking of you today and always Daniel. Every breath I take pains me to know you are not on this earth with us anymore. We have really struggled the last few months with your birthday and angel day so close. It is getting harder not easier and I hate it. I am still and always will be speaking at MADD on behalf of you and Michael and want you to know that every word I share I thank you for. I love you baby, always... This poem kinda sums up my pain right now.....I am wearing a pair of shoes. They are ugly shoes. Uncomfortable shoes. I hate my shoes. Each day I wear them, and each day I wish I had another pair. Some days my shoes hurt so bad that I do not think I can take another step.. Yet, I continue to wear them. I get funny looks wearing these shoes. They are looks of sympathy. I can tell in others eyes that they are glad they are my shoes and not thei......rs. They never talk about my shoes. To learn how awful my shoes are might make them uncomfortable. To truly understand these shoes you must walk in them. But, once you put them on, you can never take them off. I now realize that I am not the only one who wears these shoes. There are many pairs in this world. Some women are like me and ache daily as they try to walk in them. Some have learned how to walk in them so that they don't hurt quite so much. Some have worn the shoes so long that days will go by before they think about how much they hurt. No woman deserves to wear these shoes. Yet, because of these shoes I am a stronger woman. These shoes have given me the strength to face anything. They have made me who I am.. I will forever walk in the shoes of a woman who has lost a child
Courtney Palen
March 15, 2012
Dan. I did not know you. But Chris wanted me to say Happy Birthday! She loves you, misses you, and talks nothing but greag things about you! RIP HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Teri, RememberKala, FMO
February 19, 2012
Hello handsome. I can just see you telling your stories with such conviction....even wrestling an alligator and bald eagle to earn that scar on your forehead! What an enchanted child you must have been! And what fun for your family, friends, and teachers!! I hope you've met my precious Kala and are great friends. Please visit your mom often, whether in dreams or with special signs she knows can only be from you. We moms need so desperately to hear from you guys. Love to you and a promise of friendship to your mom as we walk this path of grief together.
mom <3
February 18, 2012
Hey Daniel so much has happened since I last visited here. I am now speaking with MADD every month at the victim impact panels. It helps me but it still hurts. Your brother has moved back home with Stephanie and the baby. It is crowded but I love having him home. It makes me wish even more that you were here with us. It is extremely painful to do things as a family and have you missing. I love you so very much and my heart aches for you constantly. My health has not been great but I am doing my best to stick around for everyone. I must admit that some days I think it would just be so much easier if I could be with you. I got a pacemaker in December so it might be a little longer. Tiffany is still very depressed but trying so hard to be ok for others. Francis is also doing the same but he doesn't seem afraid to cry with me. I admit I like having someone that can cry with me but I feel bad for him too. I had a dream about you when you were little. You were running through the trees teasing me so I couldn't catch up to you. I loved hearing your laughter and seeing your impish smile. I hated waking up though. Please come into my dreams again soon. I love and miss you baby always, mom PS the sunflower is for you, I know you like them :)
January 26, 2012
Hey there baby, it will soon be your 21 st birthday and I have been thinking alot about all the things you never got to do, all the things I and so many others won't get to share with you. I hate that you are not with us and my heart continues to ache. I love and miss you forever handsome. Love mom
Barbara Lanieri
September 9, 2011
MY HEART BREAKS I SEE A YOUNG HANDSOME MAN WHO HAD SO MUCH LIFE AHEAD OF HIM.. DANIEL YOU ARE ALIVE... YOU HAVE NOT DIED.. YOUR SPIRIT LIVES ON WITHING YOUR LOVED ONES. MOMMY MISSES AND LOVES YOU SO MUCH ((DANIEL))DANNY'S MOM
September 8, 2011
Today marks one year five months and one day since you and Michael went to Heaven. It has been a very difficult road to tread for us all. I love and miss you so much baby and still can't believe it. My heart aches constantly. Never to be forgotten, mom <3
Lisa Schiefelbein
February 18, 2011
RIP Daniel. I never met you in this life, but have met your mother who loves and misses you so much. Sending love to the whole family who must go on now without you. Peace <3
Teri Mero-Martin
January 10, 2011
Daniel I do know if you remember me or not. I was a friend of Aunt Cheryl's. My heart and thoughts go out to your family and friends. Life is much to short. I favorite memory of which I speak of often, you used to ask me to play a video games and you would get so annoyed with me because I would die right away and you would say Aunt Teri don't lose!! But I always did not you though. You could pick up a game and have it figured out in minutes. You were a great kid. I hope you have peace where ever you are. Much love to your family. Chris and Fran I can not even fathom what you are going though.
Mom
December 22, 2010
Christmas is coming up so fast and it is really hard not having you here. I can't imagine the beauty you must see in Heaven this time year especially. There must be great celebrations and the most joyous music ever imagined. I wish you were here with us but I know its not meant to be so knowing you are with Jesus gives me a little comfort. I miss you like crazy and love you with all my heart.
November 22, 2010
Dearest Daniel,
God took you so early....I know he has big plans for you....I know you are now one of his most beautiful of angels....I also know that you are taking good care of your friends and family....Understand that your loss can never be replaced for you mom...take special care of her because she loves you so....and that love never dies..May God bless you and your family....May he keep all of you...May he let his face shine upon all of you....and May he give all of you peace!
``````Mysticbutterfly`````
Sahuaro
November 20, 2010
I am happy to have visited. I feel certain that Daniel experiences, perpetually the most profound love and joy that can be felt.
Mom
November 8, 2010
Thank you everyone for all of your kind words and memories of Daniel. We all appreciate you visiting and leaving such sweet comments. Please feel free to visit and comment often. Daniels family
Denise Fallis
September 24, 2010
Daniel I've just become friends with you Mom, and am here to honor your life, may you comfort her in every dark day without you.
Lisa Berry
September 23, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son Daniel. A fellow sister in grief
September 16, 2010
I am sad for you my new Friend...It is an honor meeting you....
love
Senior Scholar
Rhonda David's Mom
September 16, 2010
Daniel ... am thinking of you and mom. You remind me so of my son David. I just know that you are fast friends and that all of our beautiful angels are together ... RIP Daniel
CHERYL ROY
September 16, 2010
LOVE AND HUGS TO YOU DANIEL,YOU WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. THINKING OF YOUR FAMILY WITH LOVE. KYLE'S MOM CHERYL XOXO
linda scarpa
September 16, 2010
lighting a candle for you daniel i love you so much you and mom are a part of my new world. i keep you in my heart daniel just love you and your smile
Aida Dib
July 30, 2010
this candle for your memory angel Danny, May you REST IN PEACE. sending Hugs to you and my thoughts and prayers with your family.
Aida angel Mary's mum
Debbie Kasch
July 30, 2010
Danny, I've lit a candle in your memory tonight...I'm learning all about you from your mom. (((HUGS))) to you both.
Aida Dib
July 30, 2010
I am lighting this candle for memory of you Danny may you REST IN PEACE.
Aida angel Mary's mum
July 30, 2010
Daniel I love and miss you so much buddy. I wish I would have held you longer the last time I saw you or talked to you longer on your birthday. I have so much left to say. Save a place for me in Heaven.. Loving you always,Mom
Debbye Dillman
July 30, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Diane ~ Angel Katie Cassidy
July 8, 2010
Danny I'm lighting this candle in memory & honor of you!!
Always Remembered ~ Never Forgotten!!
Barbara Smith/ ForMomsOnly
June 26, 2010
May Daniel find ways to show you he is still nearby, sheltering you with his love. God bless - Barbara/EvansMom
Sheila Rodriquez
June 17, 2010
much love sweet Daniel,Find my sweet Carliser if u havent already.Comfort each other in heaven till we get there. much love xoxoxox to heaven
June 7, 2010
Dan,miss you very much-there is comfort though in knowing you are in good company,
Joe Ronk
Mom Hulda
Grandpa Ralph Ronk
the list could go on but you know, Im sure-rest high on your mountain.
Love Gram Linda
June 7, 2010
Dan,
I to have never met you, but feel connected to you. Please know that I will do what I am able to help your mom through the rough days. Jeremy will have arrived there a few days after you did, find him and you will have a brother and friend always. Sending love and peace to your family, Angela , Jeremy's mom
Melanie Bolender
June 5, 2010
Dan, I know that you can not read this because you are up in Heaven but it gives me comfort to get the words out. You were always a great nephew and I was so lucky to be able to share my pregnancy at the same time your mom was pregnant with you. I attribute that to why you and Courtney were so close. I remember taking her over there to play with you and you were only about 6 months old. She saw your bottle and went crawling for it, crawled over you in the process knocking you down and took it away from you even though hers was only inches away. And you, the sharing heart that you had, allowed her to keep it. At least until we freed it from her grasp and gave it back to you. You were always such a giving person. As you got older I remember the times we went camping together and how you kids would always try to stay up late and tell stories. Oh yeah and who can forget the time when you and Courtney took off riding into our woods on Cheyenne's small four wheeler only to come back with no nuts holding that back tire on. And the talks with Courtney about how you're "technically not really cousins." That's a funny one. Then you moved to New York and we didn't get to see you as much except when you came down to visit your mom. Remember Christmas and who could forget you kids ringing in the new year by banging on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. And the fireworks. Everybody would get together and put on quite a show at your mom's house.
You may be gone up to Heaven but your memories are all still here with us. Hope you are enjoying all the beauty God has up there and we will see you again when we get there. Until then please keep being our guardian angel. We love you Dan, Love Aunt Mel
Nora McGinnis
May 22, 2010
Dear Daniel,
I have never met you, but I am friends with your mom. She has told me about you and how much she loves you and misses you. I hope that you and my Morgan have found each other and given hugs. I send peace to your Mom and family. Love, Morgan's Mom, Nora
Mom
May 19, 2010
Daniel It hurts so much right now. I love you so much and have always been so proud of you. I miss you buddy, tons
Cindy Redmond
May 8, 2010
Dan,I know that God has his reason for taking you home, we may not understand but knowing that you are now safe in his arms is the joy thaat gets us through this time. Uncle Bob and I miss you so much and that wonderful smile of yours will be remembered always and those times at Brant Lake when you kept Uncle Bob fixing that fishing line and untangling it from the tree is our special times and will always be in our hearts. Take good care of Gram Hulda and Uncle Joe. You are in good company. We love and miss you very much Dan and are always in our thoughts Love Aunt Cindy, Uncle Bob and Andrew
Gram Linda Ronk
May 7, 2010
To My Dearest Family:
Some things I'd like to say
but first of all to let you know
that I arrived okay
I'm writing this from Heaven
where I dwell with God above
where there's no more tears
or sadness there
is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight
remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon and night
That day I had to leave you
when my life on Earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said I welcome you
It's good to have you back again
you were missed while you were gone
as for your dearest family
they'll be here later on
I need you here so badly
as part of My big plan
there's so much that we have to do
to help our mortal man
Then God gave me a list of things
He wished for me to do
and foremost on that list of mine
is to watch and care for you
And I will be beside you
every day and week and year
and when you're sad
I'm standing there
to wipe away the tear
And when you lie in bed at night
the days chores put to flight
God and I are closest to you
in the middle of the night
When you think of my life on Earth
and all those loving years
because you're only human
they are bound to bring you tears
But do not be afraid to cry
it does relieve the pain
remember there would be no flowers
unless there was some rain
I wish that I could tell you
of all that God has planned
but if I were to tell you
you wouldn't understand
But one thing is for certain
though my life on Earth is o're
I am closer to you now
than I ever was before
And to my very many friends
trust God knows what is best
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb
but together we can do it
taking one day at a time
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too
that as you give unto the World
so the World will give to you
If you can help somebody
who is in sorrow or in pain
then you can say to God at night
my day was not in vain
And now I am contented
that my life it was worthwhile
knowing as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile
So if you meet somebody
who is down and feeling low
just lend a hand to pick him up
as on your way you go
When you are walking
down the street
and you've got me on your mind
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind
And when you feel the gentle breeze
or the wind upon your face
that's me giving you a great big hug
or just a soft embrace
And when it's time for you to go
from that body to be free
remember you're not going
you are coming here to me
And I will always love you
from that land way up above
Will be in touch again soon
P.S. God sends His Love
--Author Unknown
Mom
May 5, 2010
My dearest Dan, I love and miss you so much.
Melanie Bolender
May 1, 2010
Dan,
I don't claim to understand why God chose to take you so early. All I can find comfort in is that God has a plan and that one day we will meet our loved ones again in Heaven. You were more than just a cousin to Court, you were her best friend. You always knew the right things to say to make everything better. I'll never forget the two of you sitting on the couch together. You hadn't quite learned to sit up on your own yet so inch by inch you slowly leaned on Courtney to prop you up. I think that is why you two were so close, you could always lean on each other. And the way you allowed your Uncle Dennis to come into your life and spend time together doing "guy stuff". He always treated you like the son he never had. I'm sorry you moved to N.Y. and we didn't get to spend as much time with you as you got older. Thanks for the memories, Dan. Always in my heart, Aunt Mel
Debbie Lazar
April 30, 2010
Dear Dan ~ I met your Mom on an online support group for Moms who have lost their precious grown children. Our daughter Corrie left this earth on July 27, 2009 when she was killed by a drunk driver. She also loved to make people happy and was always smiling and up to silly games and activities with her friends and family, just like you. I hope you and Corrie have met and that you are still keeping everyone on their toes with your silliness!
Love to you ~ Debbie Lazar
Linda Ronk
April 30, 2010
A thousand times we needed you
A thousand times we cried
If love alone could have saved you
you never would have died
A heart of gold stopped beating
Two twinkling eyes closed to rest
God broke our hearts to prove
He only takes the best
Love and miss you Dan.
Grandma Linda
My most favorite cousin and best friend. RIP
Courtney Gifford
April 30, 2010
Daniel you were my best friend, the one who told me to never give up on my dreams. You were my inspiration for life. I'm really upset you had to go so early. They say God puts you on earth for you to do what you need to do, then He takes you home. I just wish He could have waited a little longer. You will always be my favorite cousin as I was yours. We always used to talk about it when we were together. Especially when we were causing trouble; you're like my partner in crime:) The only thing I have left of you are the memories we shared and I'll keep them forever close to my heart. Here's a little something I wrote to you.
To Daniel From Courtney
As the sun sets and the days pass,
I sit here reminiscing about the past.
I pray to you and tell you about my day,
Because everything is different in every way.
I can’t hear your voice or see your smile,
And I hate the fact that I might not see you for awhile.
I close my eyes and I see you,
Laughing and telling secrets like we always use to do.
You are there and I am here,
But I know now you’re always near.
Even though we were miles apart,
Now you live in my heart.
Forever you will stay,
My best friend, my cousin, my guardian angel every day.
Dans last Christimas 2009
April 30, 2010
Dan always happy
April 30, 2010
Daniel and cheech
April 30, 2010
Dan and Cheech
April 30, 2010
I know you are with us
Mom
April 30, 2010
Daniel, it's been 23 days today that the angels came to take you to heaven and it still feels like yesterday. I am trying to keep going but it really is tuff. I feel like you would be dissapointed if I didn't take care of myself so I keep plugging along in the fog. I just have so many things left to say and do with you. I love ya buddy forever and ever, Mom
Tara T
April 27, 2010
Daniel, you will be missed greatly by many people. I didn't know you all that well, but in the time that I spent with you, I know I'll miss you dearly. Your in my heart Daniel, and you always will be.
April 23, 2010
It's been over 2 weeks since you left us Dan-you will be in our hearts forever-we miss you terribly-- love ya
Grandma Linda
Ruth Wood
April 23, 2010
The short time you were here made a ton of good memories for me to remember you by. The talks, the cooking breakfast and rice krispie treats, and other things like the sardines. You will always remain in my heart. Love, Ruth Wood
Nicole Dennington
April 22, 2010
R.I.P Dan! To a guy that could make you smile no matter what the situation. I will miss you forever buddy!! Until we meet again, Pound It!!
Rest in Peace Dan...You are loved forever
Mom
April 20, 2010
Daniel we love and miss you so much. Mom,Bill,Francis,and Tiffany
Waiting on a girl to call
April 20, 2010
Cutest lil baby face
April 18, 2010
Dan,Francis,and Tiffany
April 18, 2010
Dan with his sister,brother and niece
April 18, 2010
April 18, 2010
Mom loves and misses you terribly. RIP
Dan and his cousin Courtney
April 18, 2010
Daniel loved having fun and making others happy. His infectious laughter and beautiful smile was pure heaven. I love ya buddy
Jo-Lynn Ronk
April 18, 2010
I rember playing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with you and Fran!!!! Good times..... Love ya always and forever!!!! Your aunt Jo-Lynn <3
Charles Black
April 18, 2010
R.I.P Dan to a cuz inever got to meet as a young man.
Aunt Sherry
April 17, 2010
Love always Dan
christine ronk
April 17, 2010
Daniel my heart is aching so bad right now that words can never describe. I only find comfort in knowing what a wonderful son you have always been. There are so many things I still wanted to share with you and its hard to except that we wont ever have those opportunities. I will always hold every memory close to my heart and never let a day go by without keeping you in it. I love you always,Mom
cassandra ronk
April 16, 2010
saying goodbye to you is the hardest thing i've ever had to do words can't express what you meant to me you were the only one who could make me smile when my whole world was falling apart and your smile could light up any room, not a day will go by i won't be missing you i can only hope your in heaven watching over me and that we'll see each other again one day i love you more than words can say. Rest in peace daniel you will be forever missed
Jessica Decker
April 14, 2010
Dan, I give my condolences to your family and the one you loved the most. You were a great person to be around. You always knew how to make someone smile even when they were at their worst. we will all miss you greatly. I hope we can all look past all the hurt and remember the good times each and every individual shared with you. You will be missed by so many, you touched so many of us. Untill we meet again in the future. Love always Jessica Lynn Decker xoxo
Betty Quick
April 13, 2010
i send my heart felt prayers to all Dans family and his best friends.Dan was the most funest person to be around he always new how to make me smile when i could do nothing but frown ,he always made the worst into the best .he was one of the best people i could ever meat .u will be missed one of my best friends ill never forget or regret.ill be seeing u.with all my love ~*Betty Quick*~ muah i love u Dan xoxox
keeping watch...
Dawn (Peck) Wilson
April 13, 2010
Dear Daniel, it is a comfort to know you are safe in the arms of our Lord although my heart is broken to know I cant hug you one last time. Please watch over us all as you did here in this picture with Tiffany in the cradle. I love you forever my dearest nephew,
love Aunt Dawn
Ricky Bishop
April 12, 2010
Rest In Piece my friend. My condolences go out to your family and friends. We will all miss you at Brant Lake this summer and you'll be in our hearts forever.. Ill miss the times we had my when we were just little kids without a care in the world..
Rest in Piece
"Only the good Die young."
Bruce&Sue Mitchell
April 12, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family'...
Mary Paladin
April 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this terribly painful time. Dan will be missed by many of us at Brant Lake. Our deepest and most sincere sympathy... The Paladin/Cassidy Family
April 12, 2010
Dan's smiling face will be missed by all of us at Brant Lake. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family - he was much too young to go.
The Kissel-Bishop Family
April 12, 2010
My most heart felt prayers go out to the family and friends of Daniel.
Gretchen Tschumi-Foertsch
April 12, 2010
Dearest Fran and Rachael,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
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