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DIEZ, Danielle Nicole

passed away unexpectedly Oct. 13, 2014. Born Nov. 30, 1986, she was 27. Her lasting legacy is with friends and family who found her sweet, vivacious, and always full of joy. A genial motherly presence to her younger cousins, Danielle was admired by her friends and family for her perseverance in life but loved for her constant warmth. Her laugh was disarming, her kindness contagious. The elder daughter of loving parents, Nelson and Sherry Diez, Danielle grew up in Tampa and graduated from Plant High School before attending Florida State University and the University of South Florida. She worked for years on the Yacht StarShip dinner cruise out of downtown Tampa and Clearwater. A trustworthy and empathetic woman, Danielle was a quintessential older sister, there for her younger sister, Kristen, or for anyone looking to share a drink or groove at a concert. She was a compassionate listener and a calming voice.



Danielle was predeceased by her great-grandparents, Nelson and Vera Guerriere. She is survived by her parents, Nelson and Sherry; her sister, Kristen; her grandparents, Albert and Yvonne Diez and Lee and Reva Nichols; her uncles, Dr. Randall Diez (Lori), Eddie Stoltz (Danielle) and Kyle Parks; her aunts, Cherie Diez and Theresa Keesling; her cousins, Randy, Mickey, and Alexis Diez, Brittani and Cameron Stoltz and Tyler, Miles, and Albert Parks; and close family friend, Bill Capkovic (Lynn). She is also survived by her beloved pets, her ferret, Lucy, and cat, Louie, named for King Louis in Disneys The Jungle Book.

A celebration of Danielles life will be held from 4-7 pm on Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Carrollwood Village Golf and Country Club in Tampa. In lieu of flowers, Danielles family asks that donations be made to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. So dont you think twice about where we are tonight, sings Ben Nichols of Danielles favorite band, Lucero, in the song Mom. No matter how far from home, well be back along.

Just a matter of time.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Oct. 19, 2014.

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Patti Calderoni

November 3, 2014

Dear The Diez Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you all! I was working on her Celebration of Life, and heard it was absolutely beautiful! I am sorry for your sadness...there are no words! Much love, Patti

Deanna Kimble

November 2, 2014

Dear Sherry, Nelson, and Kristen,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. I remember what a sweet girl she was and your lovely family as both Danielle and Kristen were in dance, Girl Scouts, and preschool with my girls, Amanda and Kristin. Where words may fail to give you comfort during this trying time, know that your family will be in my prayers.
Sincerely and with sympathy,

Deanna Kimble

Paula Troner-Prado

October 28, 2014

Dear Nelson, Sherry, Kristen and the entire family,

Please accept our heart felt condolences from us and our family. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all and will continue to be.
We love you,
Pepe and Paula Prado and Family

Dan Dye

October 27, 2014

Nelson, Sherry & Kristen,
When words are not enough...there is Prayer. We will continue to pray for your family and for everyone who has been affected by this very trying and difficult time.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Dan & Lisa Dye

Jeanne Marget

October 26, 2014

Sherry, I am beyond sadness for you, Nelson, Kristen and all your family on the loss of your beautiful daughter. Thinking of you daily--sending strength, prayers, and peace to you.

Rosalind Covine

October 24, 2014

Nelson and Family,
Words are not enough to express Our sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Beautiful and Talented daughter. Please know Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Mike "Pop" and Rosalind Covine

Teri Dicken

October 24, 2014

My heart aches for your family. Let the wonderful memories of life with Danielle give you strength during this difficult time.

Betty Fisher

October 23, 2014

Sherry,

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers of peace to you and your family.
Betty Fisher, Thieves of San Lorenzo

Louie Spyridakos

October 23, 2014

To the Diez family..."My wife Tiffany and I have been thinking and praying for you ever since we heard of the loss of your beautifull little girl. You and your daughter are loved by so many, we wish you the strength to get through this difficult time in your lives."

October 23, 2014

Nelson and family...Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you. Troy and Michele O'Nan

Mike & Kathy Metcalf

October 23, 2014

Dear Nelson, Sherry and Kristen,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Daughter Danielle. You and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time. If you ever need anything we are here for you.

October 23, 2014

Nelson ,Sherry, and Kristen , Our deepest sympathies for your beloved Danielle,.Our prayers are with you always Yoel and Sheri Bush

Raul Reyes

October 23, 2014

As your brother firefighter all our families can't imagine your pain but we stand by you and pray with you.

Jeff and Irina Bengter

October 23, 2014

Nelson, Sherry, Kristen and family, Our deepest, heartfelt, sympathies for the loss of your precious Danielle. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you.

Robin Atkins

October 23, 2014

Dear Nelson, Sherry and Kristen,
I have been thinking of you every day since I heard the news about your beautiful Danielle. Her loss is unfathomable. You and your family are in my prayers.

Terry Regan

October 23, 2014

Nelson and Sherry, It's hard to find the right words to say so I will just write this. You guys are loved and cared about by so many people. This would include Stacy and myself. Be well.

Robin & Cherlyn Stokes

October 23, 2014

Nelson & Sherry,
Our hearts hurt with and for you. Your family is in our prayers.

Jeri Nehall

October 22, 2014

Nelson & Sherry, please accept my sympathy for your tragic tragic loss of Danielle. And may god help you somehow in some way to be able to cope with this awful heartbreak..

Deborah Durrett

October 21, 2014

My prayers are with you Sherry and your family, I didn't know Danielle. But what I have read she sure was special.

The DeMarsh Family

October 21, 2014

Our prayers are with you.

Audrey Boston

October 21, 2014

Danielle was a ray of sunshine. I will always remember her on our front porch swing with her sister and my kids. I send my prayers to Nelson, Sherry and Kristen. Much love, Audrey Boston and family

Stephanie Brooks

October 21, 2014

I would like to extend my sincere sorrow for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this extremely difficult time. May God continue to give you the strength and hold you up where there is weakness. Be blessed always and know that my heart is also breaking for you.

Celeste Napodano

October 20, 2014

Nelson,Sherry and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. All my love, Celeste

Yoli Oram

October 20, 2014

My heart aches for the family as words cannot express your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you."perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy"

Randy and Jennifer Cutro

October 20, 2014

Nelson and Sherry, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter.

October 19, 2014

Dear Albert and Yvonne we are so very sorry in the loss of your Granddaughter. You Are in our prayers. Fred and Irene Jones

Rebecca Buehrle

October 19, 2014

Dear Nelson and Sherry, I'm so sorry for the sudden loss of your beautiful daughter, Danielle. There are no words I can offer that could possibly comfort you, just know that, in time, you'll be able to live life, with loving thoughts and memories of Danielle every single day. Sincerest condolences to you and your entire family.

Chuck & Desiree Marsicano

October 19, 2014

Dear Nelson and Sherry, we are so sorry for your loss. I know first hand what your going through. Now is the time to lean on family and friends and know that we're all praying for you and your family.
If you need anything at all, please do not hesitate to ask. Love and Respect, Chuck & Desiree...

Angela Maurici

October 19, 2014

Dear Nelson and Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family. God has a beautiful Angel in Heaven!

Kitty Handwerk

October 19, 2014

Sherry and Nelson,
So sorry to hear about your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dave Pacer

October 18, 2014

I called her "Daniella." 'Always a joy to work with. 'Loved a good time. We loved her.
Dave Pacer
Yacht StarShip

Janie Ambrose

October 17, 2014

Danielle I see you the beauty in you more than ever. It was a pleasure knowing you in the physical world. I admire you for always speaking your mind. And I am happy to have connected with you since the leaving of the body you were in. I hope more know that you live on and can connect with you. My prayers are with loved ones and may angels comfort the family and all grieving.

Bruce Koehler

October 17, 2014

Nelson and Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine the pain that you are experiencing. Please know that Karen and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Matt Herndon

October 16, 2014

Danielle you are loved and missed only your body has passed see you again in eternity , love always from your co-worker and friend

Lori & Vernon Horne

October 16, 2014

Nelson and Sherry, you have our deepest sympathy, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless!

Jen Wead

October 16, 2014

I just want you, Nelson, Sherry, and Kristen to know how much we all loved Dani at work on the boat. I enjoyed the times that I got to visit with you guys when you would hang with us all after work. She was a beautiful soul and I am beyond priveleged to have had her as a friend. My heart is with you all. Xoxo

Janet Lorenz

October 16, 2014

Dear Nelson, Sherry and Kristen,

I am so sorry for your terrible loss. Danielle was a kind and beautiful person and she will be dearly missed. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. I am thinking of you all and sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.

- Janet

Ryan Cuason

October 16, 2014

Missing u terribly Danielle!! Our prayers and deepest sympathy go out to your family... Starship will never be the same without you

Wayne & Joani Henderson

October 15, 2014

Nelson & Sherry, we are so sorry for your profound lose. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Anne Vincent

October 15, 2014

So very sorry to hear about Danielle. It's never easy. My prayers are with you and your family - Anne

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