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Chris Napolski
February 8, 2023
Bro, A day never goes by that I don't think of and miss you! Luv Chris
jim SIGURDSON
February 8, 2021
MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU KNOW DEAR NEPHEW AND FRIEND , GIVE AUNTIE JOAN A KISS AND A HUG FOR ME MOM TOOAND DAD TOO , LOVE YA , UNCLE JIM
November 14, 2019
Mr Napolski, you were the finest supervisor I ever had. I know others would echo the same. Your intelligence, leadership and integrity were sorely missed when you retired. I often think of the impact you had on my life and I am so so sorry I cannot thank you in person. I am eternally grateful. May you rest in eternal peace.
January 1, 2014
I cant believe it will be 4 years since you left this world for a place where there is no pain and to be with sweet,sweet Heather,we all miss you very much especially your Mom and Dad.Until we meet again. Love Auntie Linda and Uncle Dave
June 4, 2013
Thanks big guy, that was a great birthday present!
Jason Napolski
December 31, 2012
We had a wonderful family Christmas eve but you were definitely missed even though I'm sure you joined our toast in spirit, you are still so missed and loved everyday.
December 24, 2012
Tell Jesus we said happy birthday
February 8, 2012
Bro,
It has been two years today since you left us and you are surely missed. But, I know that you are taking care of Heather and are with Busia, Grandma, Grandpa and the many other relatives and friends. Miss you!
MOM NAPOLSKI
May 7, 2011
DEAR SON,
SUNDAY IS MOTHERS DAY AND I REMEMBER MY 1ST MOTHERS DAY WHEN I HAD YOU. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MEMORY, BUT YOU HAVE LEFT ME WITH SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES AND THE LAST SORROW OF LOSING YOU.
LOVING YOU,
MOM
mom napolski
April 29, 2011
Dear Son,
here I am again crying as usual because I can not think of you without tears. I really do miss you my first born. until we meet again
Love,
Mom
Mom Napolski
March 30, 2011
Dear son,
Sue bought the cutest dog and name it Dixie. I'm glad she has something to keep her company.
It was bad when you lost Heather but why did you have to go too? You know the feeling you had when Heather passed so can you imagine the pain I have when you passed,my first born? I still cry every night. You are always on my mind.
Love until I see you again which may not be too long.
Love,
Mom
your Mom Napolski
February 11, 2011
Dear son,
As I sit here crying for you and missing you so much it is still hard to believe you are gone. Dad and I talk about you more now but still with so much sorrow in our hearts. Please contact me someway like your grandpa Gibbs did. I talk to you so often but don't know if you hear me.
Love and miss you my first born,
Mom
February 8, 2011
Bro,
So many memories in our years past' but, not even close to the recent memories when you came home.
Love you Bro and I hope they have email in Heaven. Keep Heather under your wing and say hi to Busia, Dzia Dzia, Grandma, Grandpa, and Dzia Danny that I haven't met yet.
I want to see you and Heather soon but not too soon if you know what I mean. As you are aware, I still have some issues to clean up down here. Love you Bro and please guide Mom.
Jessica & Averie Napolski
February 8, 2011
Hi Uncle Danny, its me and averie, just wanted to let you know that we miss you so much even though you were tooken from us so soon, its been a year now that you have been from us and i just want to say i miss you so much, and there isnt a day that goes by that i dont think about you or miss you. i just wanted to thank you for everything you have done for me in the past and i just wanted to let you know that you werent just my uncle you were my best friend and that you came second to none. really wish you would have gotten to stick around a little longer to meet your great niece Averie grace, she is the most beautiful , and amazing little girl, you would be so proud. You are forever in our hearts, love you!
Jessica and Averie
February 8, 2011
Miss you Danny and Heather!!!! ALL our love, Auntie Joan and Uncle Jim
gabby and kayla
December 28, 2010
hey uncle danny its kayla and gabby sitting here playing call of duty on the play station 3 and we wish you could have been here with us on christmas eve because it really didnt feel the same and we love and miss you so much..
<3 gabby and kayla
Jason Napolski
October 26, 2010
Uncle Dan,
I think of you so often and am so proud to be able to call you my uncle. The time continues to fly by, hours to days, days to weeks, weeks to months I get caught up in day to day activities and stresses and miss you and all of the family but so many times you come to mind or I have a discussion proudly talking about my Uncle Dan. I am having some tough decisions to make and ask for your help to guide me through, I know you had something to do with some good news I heard recently and I thank you for that. I love and miss you so much my love to you and Heather.
Love,
Jason
Mom
August 6, 2010
Dear Dan,
I think of you so much and really miss you? Why did you have to leave so soon/
I hear your last words to me all the time.
Mom Napolski
June 11, 2010
Dan,
You are always in my mind. I love and miss you so much. How do I go on? Faith has not helped. I wish you would have let me know sooner how bad you were. It hurts to remember how I may have been able to help you.
Bill Paul
June 8, 2010
"In a bar in Toledo across from the Depot" I will never forget the time we spent together and the pleasure I had of watching your progress thru the ranks. You were special man even when driving across North Dakota in a Scout with no heat and working out to go to Seal training, you always sucked it up and got the job done my Brother, Kiss Heather for us.
Sharon Paul
June 8, 2010
Sue,we were sorry the hear of Dan's passing. I will never forget the times in Detroit when we were all together there and having a great time doing what they had chosen to do. I remember Heather so well and what a wonder little lady she became. Our thoughts are with you and will be always.
Don Charobee
June 4, 2010
Mrs. Napolski,
I heard of the passing of Dan this morning. I was saddened to hear the news. Dan was my first supervisor in Cleveland and I learned so much from him and I carry those lessons to this day. I reminisced with a couple other folks from Cleveland of the good times we had and the cases we worked together. I always enjoyed the yarns he would spin and the discussions he would incite.
The first time I met him, he dragged me to the Leather Bottle with Ripa, Hoglund and Berg. Being new to the Federal service I was tenative as to what was going on. Dan made me feel like one of the guys. Though I never developed a liking for Asti Spumate, one thing he taught me that I hve not forgotten was not to play pool for money. I think I nearly made a car payment for you folks.
Please accept my condolences.
Timothy Feltus
April 17, 2010
Dear Sue,Carole,Ron,Mark,Chris and Becky,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Danny's passing.
May you find comfort in your time of sorrow.
Carole Napolski
April 5, 2010
Oh how much I miss you! all I hear is your last words. I wish I new why you had to go??????
Love,
Mom
Angela Napolski
March 14, 2010
"Thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart."
I love you.
Diana Hughes
March 4, 2010
My heartfelt condolences to you...Ron & Carol and your entire family. My family and I are praying for you that the comfort and peace of God will help you through this difficult season.
Sincerely,
Diana Hughes
Chris Napolski
March 3, 2010
Bro,
This will be my last entry into your guest book. You know that I will miss you everyday that I'm on earth, but I also know that you are with Heather, Pammy, Busia, and Dzia Dzia and many other family members looking down on us.
This being said Big Bro and in order to maintain my sanity, I have to stop visiting Your's and Heather's Guest Pages. I know that you know that I will never forget you and Heather, so I am signing off.
With your wisdom, please watch over Sue, Mom, Dad, Mark, and Becky.
Love you forever and cannot wait to someday join you, Heather, and family...
Jessica Napolski
March 3, 2010
Uncle Danny, even though you are gone you are still in my heart, you are terribly missed. I just wanted to thank you for believing in me when i thought no one else did, and for always being by my side with every decision that i made, even if it was not the right one.Before i go I have one favor to ask, please look over Averie, keep her safe when I am not able too. I miss and love you so much.!
Jason Napolski
March 2, 2010
I always knew how wonderful and amazingly loving parents and people both my Uncle Dan and Aunt Sue are, but just recently it was reinforced even more for me when my mother shared with my that upon divorcing my father there was a small debate over who was going to take care of me as an infant, and they spoke up with their desire to do so even on top of raising Heather which blew me away and made me feel really special to hear so. I thank and love you both so much for that.
I find it very difficult to deal with the fact that I was unable to make it up to Ohio, or even speak with you before you passed. You are the closest person I have ever lost and really wish I could have spent more time as we did this summer just sitting and talking. Although I struggle with not being able to see or speak with you I am so thankful that I was able to make it up this summer to see you and remember happily how when I pulled up to your home you were the first person down the driveway to greet me with a huge hug, which now looking back was just a little longer and more special than usual. You were such an intelligent, loving, giving person, always looking out, protecting and offering help to any family member in need. I wish I could've had told you personally before now how much I loved and admired you. I remember often how you told me that "Love bridges all divisions even those of hurt and pain, Love easily bridges the division of geography. You are loved by many, many people and you have shown the depth of your love as well. That is the bounty of life." in a response email after I told you how I wish I could've have made it up to Ohio to spend Thanksgiving with the family. This helps me greatly as one of the most difficult things I have had to endure is living so far away from all of those I love.
I find it helps also to be at peace with losing such a wonderful uncle by thinking of how truely happy you are now to be reunited with Heather. I know that you are both looking down and protecting us and one day we will all be together again, laughing, talking and playing cards.
Love,
J-PO
February 28, 2010
Sue, I just heard about Dan and wanted to let you know that I can't imagine such a loss. I am so glad that God gave me the chance to meet both you and Dan. The short time that I've known you both "it has been my joy"! Please call me someday. I miss you a lot. Sue, you had a great soul mate. Some could only dream of having the relationship that you and Dan had. There is nothing anyone can say God will bless you and keep you strong in the very sad time in your life. Love, Cheryl
February 27, 2010
We miss you! I am glad you and Sue decided to move back, and it gave us time with you. I know you are with Heather now. Dan you are my big brother and always there for me and our family. You had such a positive impact on us. There isn’t a day that goes by that I wish I could tell you how much I love you! I remember always asking you how you felt and you would always change the subject and ask how I/we were doing. It is not going to be the same without you playing cards at mom, & dads. You always made it a lot of fun especially between you and Chris. Know that Sue is part of our family, and my best friend. I thank you for this. You will always be my Big Brother!
"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy".
Love,
Your Sister Becky
Uncle Dave and Auntie Linda
February 26, 2010
Sue- I can't imagine the terrible loss you have had the past three years. Always know that you part of our family and we will always be there for you. We love you!!!
February 26, 2010
Carole, Ron, Sue, Becky and all of your family -- we are so sorry to hear of Dan's illness and passing. I feel as if I knew him because you always shared your family's life with us. I know he was a great husband, and that he loved Heather more than ever can be put into words. Carole, I know how you feel with the loss of your son -- I'm glad you have such wonderful memories of Danny and his loving family.
Love you --
your friend always,
Donna
Chad and Julie Vermett
February 26, 2010
Sue - I'm sorry for your loss. May the days after be as uplifting for you as they can be. Dan was a great person, husband and father. Some could only wish for a person in there life as dedicated.
Angela Napolski
February 26, 2010
Aunt Sue, I'm not sure of many things but I am sure that there is nothing that I can say that will make this better. I can't imagine what you may be feeling or going through. Just know that the family is here for you.
Uncle Danny:
I too thought that the longer I waited to do this, the easier it would be--I have been fooled. This is not easy--it's not easy to put into words in this guest book what you meant to me. You were an absolutely amazing, stand-up man and an even better uncle. I've felt closer to you in these last six years than I have to many. I hope you knew how strong of a positive impact you have had on my life in these last six years. Because of you, I will continue to push forward and work hard in life, strive to fully accept others for who they are and be more patient and forgiving. I thank you for this.
I knew this past Christmas would be my last time seeing you, hugging you and telling you that I love you--I'm thankful we got to have that quiet moment--our own goodbye.
Until I see you again, I love you.
Bob & Teresa Cortesi
February 25, 2010
Dear Sue and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of Dan. He was a great man, best friend, and always willing to help others. His legacy will live on far beyond our years as well. He was a great friend. Dan and the family will be remembered in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathy,
Bob and Teresa Cortesi
February 24, 2010
To my dear cousins,
I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I had seen Danny was probably 38 or 39 years ago. He and Raideen were "down home" (in WV) and we had lots of fun and laughs playing cards with Charlene. I'm sure your hearts must be breaking, but I'm praying that God will comfort you as you grieve and that you will feel His peace and presence in your lives as you reflect upon your wonderful memories of Dan.
With love and sympathy,
Cindy (Glaze) Machir
Mom Napolski
February 23, 2010
My dearest son,
in 40 minutes it will be your birthday. I miss you so much and the pain is terrible. Why? Why did this have to happen? The tears will not stop. all I hear are your last words "I love you Ma".
I love you so much my oldest son.
Mom
Richard Hoglund
February 22, 2010
Dear Sue,
I was shocked and saddened upon receiving the news of Dan's passing. We had lost touch over the years since your move to California, but boy, prior to that we were awfully close.
As you know I met Dan upon transferring to Cleveland in 1978 and we hit it off right away. He was a terrific investigator, enthusiastic and tireless. But more than that he was a very good person who could be relied on for an opinion, a good argument, and a good laugh. We spent a little time at the Leather Bottle, and schooled the local pool sharks in the art of 9-ball.
After I moved to Detroit and you all to Chicago we continued to maintain contact (after all, I reported to him). We shared in some difficult work issues which only reinforced my appreciation for Dan's strength of character.
What will stay with me forever in thinking of Dan, was that with all of the time he put into the job, foremost to him was his love and devotion to Heather. I can only hope that his passing brings him lasting peace.
To you, his mother, and his family I am truly sorry for your loss of a good husband, son, brother, and man.
In Sympathy,
Dick (and Carmen)Hoglund
Sue Nitkiewicz Jankowski
February 21, 2010
Carole & Becky - My sincere sympathies are extended to both of you at the loss of Dan. I recall he was much more mature than the other boys in our class at St. Jude's (6/6/66), reading about his accomplishments reinforce his wisdom belied his years even in elementary school. May your wealth of memories bring you comfort during the difficult times in the future.
Chris Napolski
February 20, 2010
I thought that it would have been easier if there was more time before I wrote this. Well, I have determined that there is not a day that I am alive, that I will not miss my my Big Brother. Even though Dan and I fought many times while we were growing up as brothers often do, Dan was always there to protect me.
While I was at his bed side on February 7, Dan asked me to pray with him. I was so distraught, that I had a hard time remembering the Hail Mary....But, we were able to pray together. Dan was also very cognitive to remind me and everyone in the room of the day that his (and our) precious Heather left to be with our Heavenly Father through Jesus February 7 at 2:00 p.m.
Even though I believe that Dan's soul wanted to leave his diseased body to be joined with Heather on February 7, it did not happen until February 8, 2010. While I was at his side and during his final moments of breath, Dan gradually opened his eyes. At this moment, I fimly believe that he left our world to be with Heather.
Dan and Heather, I love you and will always miss you.
Nick Berg
February 20, 2010
Sue:
Marcia and I were truly deeply saddened earlier today when we received a call from from Detroit concerning Dan's passing. Dan was quite a character; you might remember I shared an office with Dan for about 3 years and those were 3 action packed event filled years...working cases and arguing...Dan was exceptionally good in arguments. At work Dan loved to argue about anything and with anybody; Dan loved to argue with Dave Ripa and the arguments were always friendly and a good natured. Dan was one of the kindest and most empathetic individuals I've ever known; always willing to help. Dan was widely respected by many throughout federal and local law enforcement for his professional ability; and, for those who knew him best he was admired becuase of his dedication to his family. Dan was a remarkbale person.
We are sad to hear about your loss.
Nick and Marcia Berg
Jack (Butch) Goodwin
February 17, 2010
I remember Danny as a brother-in-law who always greeted me with a smile.Danny was great to be around at parties.When engaged in conversation, I felt he was tuned in to what ever subject I was talking about. Danny was helpful in getting us out of a bad housing situation.Now I know that while Danny was working on getting us better housing God was creating for Danny a Great Room. Some day I will party there with Danny,Heather,and others.
Auntie Joan Sigurdson
February 17, 2010
Dear Ronald and Carole,
When Danny was born, I became Auntie Joan. I spend many times with your kids growing up. Lots of baby sitting and having much fun. Danny has always been my favorite and I will miss him so much. I loved him and will never forget him. We spend several yrs on Holiday's together and I remember going to the football game on Thankgiving Day to watch Danny play for Bowsher. He was always a loving nephew to us.
Sue, When you married Danny, I remember it was a special wedding and having Heather was special too. Your devotion was on going for many years. I love you and always will. We enjoyed our trip to California in 2001 and had so much fun with the three of you. We will always remeber that week as a special time in our life.
My heart breaks that our chain is broken but Danny and Heather live on in our heart's. We were so happy when you both decided to move back home. We wanted more time to spend with Danny and am thankful for the times we did. He was a special man, so honorable and loving. I miss him so much. All our love, Auntie Joan and Uncle Jim
February 17, 2010
To brother Chris, Danny called me today to tell me about the passing of your brother. So sorry to hear this and my sympathy to you and family. Spencer Stone
Kenneth Lew
February 17, 2010
Dear Sue,
I was very saddened to hear of Dominic's (as I knew him) passing. We've never met, but I worked with Dominic at Customs in Los Angeles and later at SSA-OIG. I will always remember him as an outstanding individual and the finest law enforcement manager I had the priviledge of working with. He was a man of unwaivering priciple, integrity and most of all, a man of honor. My condolences to you and the entire Napolski family.
Tim Sigurdson
February 16, 2010
Sue, Auntie Carole & Uncle Ronald, I remember when I was younger going over to your house and Danny being there. Mark was closer to our ages and we played more with him. I remember hearing about Danny, Sue & Heather and all the places that they lived. It was nice to see all of you when you would come to visit. I remember the time I seen Danny at cedar point and I went up and asked him for some money. He turned and said " who the hell is this kid". You all our in my thoughts and prayers.
Marlene Hardman
February 15, 2010
Aunt Carol- My deepest sympathy to you, Sue and your families on the death of Dan. Keeping all of you in our prayers, Marlene & Larry Hardman, and Eleanor Pietrowski
February 15, 2010
Carole & Ron - you and family are in my prayers. Think of you often.
Sue Wolfe, Oak Harbor, Ohio
Tom & Linda (Mattes) Shaw
February 15, 2010
Dear Sue,
When viewing the slideshow I was reminded of how good a pool player Dan was. I can't recall anyone who could beat him in his early years. Linda and I would like to offer our condolences to you and the family.
Dan and brother Chris
February 15, 2010
Dan with Auntie Joan, Auntie Linda, Mom Carole and wife Sue
February 15, 2010
Dan with his Dad Ronald
February 15, 2010
Dan with niece Kayla
February 15, 2010
At the condo in Panama City Beach, Florida
February 15, 2010
Chris & Robin Boyer
February 15, 2010
Carole & Family - so sorry for your loss. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb Biniker Peternel
February 14, 2010
Hi Sue - So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I know it's been years since I have seen you but it sounds like you have a lot of wonderful memories to cherish. God Bless you and Dan's family. Your are in my prayers.
February 14, 2010
We send our Love and prayers.Janie and Gary
Paul Bugbee
February 14, 2010
Danny, I have so many fond memories of us growing up together. You were the best man in my wedding, and I will always cherish the great times we spent together. My prayers are with your wife and the rest of your family. Love always, Paul Bugbee.
Mom (Carole) Napolski
February 14, 2010
Dear Dan,
You gave us so many good and lasting memories it is hard to beleive that this has happened. To name them all I could write a book and would still miss something. Remembering you as a little boy and growing into the man you became are the proudest moments of my life.
Sharing some of your family vacations you took us on left an imprint that will never be forgotten, San Antonio, Tx ; Pink Shell Resort in Floria; St. Augustine wher we seen the 15th Century Spanish Forte; Epcop Center in Fl; the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina;
South Carolina visiting the old 18th century homes; stopping along the way to enjoy the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean; the Paddle Wheel boat on the Mississippi River ( where I enjoyed the slots) and the views along the river; The Phantom of the Opera in Chicago, the Field Musuem in Chicago; Marshall Fields in Chicago where we stood looking up at the beautiful Tiffiny Glass Ceiling while other people wondered what we were looking at and were surprised because they didn't realize it was there, and so many more places to nurmorous to mention. You, Sue and Heather shared so much with us.
One of the worse things that can happen is when a mother loses a part of her. Children are suppose to outlive their parents. The pain and grief are so hard to try and understand WHY?. I now live with your last words to me " I love you Ma". I Love you my oldest son.
Mom
Dan, his Sister Becky, niece Kayla, nephews Zach and Joe visiting Aquarium in CA
February 14, 2010
Dan and his sister Becky Christmas 2009
Becky Gwozdz
February 14, 2010
Dan and Sue's house, - Pool Party
Becky Gwozdz
February 14, 2010
Family
February 14, 2010
April 7, 1973 "We've Only Just Begun"
February 14, 2010
Heather and Dad with Lady
February 14, 2010
Florida vacation trip, Dan and his Dad at Fort St. Augustine
February 14, 2010
Eating cheetos with Joe
February 14, 2010
Dan in his favorite spot in the pool in Huntington Beach, Ca. with Lady
February 14, 2010
Dan in his Customs Patrol uniform with Sue
February 14, 2010
Dan coming over a wall at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glenco, Ga.
February 14, 2010
Heather, Mom and Dad at Ronald's retirement party doing ring-a-rosy
February 14, 2010
Heather and "Daad" playing pat-a-cake
February 14, 2010
Dan (right) and cousin Cindy (left) at their first Christmas
February 14, 2010
Dan shooting pool, a passion for him in his youth
February 14, 2010
Dan and His Dad Ronald "dancing" at a family wedding
February 14, 2010
Dan and Sue's 25th Anniversary
February 14, 2010
Heather and "Daad" dancing
February 14, 2010
Bowsher High School graduation picture class of 1970
February 14, 2010
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