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for Daniel Ozburn
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January 3, 2015
Today is 9 years since you've been gone. I love you and miss you so very much. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. You will be in my heart and mind forever. You would have been on Cloud 9 enjoying your 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. For me, it is filled with mixed emotions. Why GOD took you away at only 54 and on your granddaughters 21st birthday are still a mystery to me. G-d works in mysterious ways in that you took her out to McMahon's just the two of you exactly one year before to celebrate your 20th yr with the department and her 20th birthday. It has been difficult for her to celelbrate her birthday, especially this year, her 30th without you there. She needs you as her "Guardian Angel" now more than ever! Love, "Arlen the Darlin"
Barbara Applebaum
January 3, 2013
You're forever in our hearts, memories, minds, and lives. We love and miss you more than words can say. Thank you for everything that you did for me and everyone else, you taught me some valuable life lessons. You were/are a very special man. The family isn't the same without our patriarch; one of the major puzzle pieces is lost and the puzzle can never be complete again. I love and miss you so much, Dan.
Barbara aka 'The Problem Child'
January 3, 2012
I miss you so much, Dan; our lives haven't been the same without you and the holidays still feel so incomplete. There have been some real trials and tribulations throughout the past six years; most issues either would've never happened or would not have become as problematic as they were, had you still been here with us.
We all love you, Dan, but I know that you're with us. I wish you were here to play and spend time with your five beautiful grandchildren, and us, of course. Please watch over us, especially my Mom.
16721
January 3, 2012
It's been 6 years and still miss you buddy! RIP
"Arlen the Darlin"
December 30, 2011
Happy New Year's Dan. It's now 6 years since you G-D took you from us. The day is felt with mixed emotion and bitter sweet. I will always love you and I think and talk about you each and every day. It is so,so lonely without you. Very sad and lost without you. The other side is for all of us is to celebrate Jenny's 27th birthday. Hard enough time trying to understand why G-d took you at such a young age and on top of that it was on our granddaughters 21st birthday. G-d works in mysterious ways in that you took her out to McMahon's just the two of you exactly the year before to celebrate your 20th yr with the department and her 20th birthday. Who knew .............. Love Always and Forever Your
John
September 1, 2011
Happy Birthday Oz! Wish we could have done a SD 1-dayer for your birthday in August, and yes, Oz you could have had two small bogart yogurts cause it's less calories than the 1 large :-)
Marlene Miller
January 4, 2011
Not a day goes by that I dont think of you!!!!I love and miss you dearley.....
January 1, 2011
Happy New Year Oz. It's been 5 years and I miss you so much and still love you very much. Slowly, it is getting a little easier daily but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you and talk about you. We would have been together 26 years. We were a great team. Love "Arlen the Darlin"
John
November 25, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving Oz. I can still remember some of those funny Thanksgiving day stories. LOL
August 3, 2010
Happy, Happy Birthday Baby.
Love "Arlen the Darlin"
July 28, 2010
Happy 59th Birthday. It has been 4 1/2 yrs and I miss you more than can be imagined. Life will never be the same. I think of you and about you daily. Anyone who will listen hears me talk about you and how I miss and love you. I still can't believe you are not walking in the door. You will always be in my heart forever and ever. I will celebrate your birthday. There never will be anyone like you. The mold was broken.
Love, Your #1
Retired 16721
February 6, 2010
Sorry this is a little late Oz but here it goes. On January 29, 2010, we both were to retire together. It was both Sad and Happy on the 29th. I was happy to retire, but you weren't by me at the ceremony, although you were there in my heart. We were suppose to have that little get together with the "San Diego 1 Dayers" afterwards, but we didn't, because we couldn't do it without The OZ.
Happy retirement anyway Oz, if they have a San Diego in Heaven, keep that Starbucks vacant, we will have a lot of catching up to do sometime.
Barbara Applebaum
January 8, 2010
It's been four years since I've seen you, but I think about you every day. I'll always love you, Dan, and I'll miss you 'til the day I die. It would be such an awesome sight to see you playing with Connor and Kylie, and Tyler and Faith.
Our family get-togethers are fun, but it still seems so incomplete without you. The holidays were difficult this year, as they have been each year since we lost you; however, something about this holiday season made it even harder to push forward.
I'm glad to hear that you're still hanging out w/Connor. I can't wait 'til Kylie can talk, so we can find out if you're hanging out with her now, too. When Connor says things about you, you seem closer to us.
If you see Dan Forchione, please give him a hug and tell him that I miss him soooooo much! We lost you both way before it should've been your time. We'll keep the memories of you alive in your children and grandchildren throughout our lives.
Hugs...
December 27, 2009
It is 4 years and it doesn't get any easier. I miss you so very much. I will always love you.
Love always "Arlene the Darlin"
December 14, 2009
November 24th would have been our 20th wedding anniversary. I miss you terribly and would do anything to have you here. Love Me
John
August 5, 2009
Happy belated birthday buddy! If only we could have been sitting at Mission & Grand on the 3rd.
Barbara Applebaum
August 5, 2009
I miss you soooo much, Dan! So many things remind me of you and my eyes still fill with tears often. I love spending time with Connor and Kylie, and wish Danny's kids were closer, but you are always in my mind because I think of how much enjoyment and pride you would take in your grandkids. I know how you always felt about Jenny and Cindy, and regardless of blood, you loved them like your own. I have that same feeling with your kids and grandkids, they are my family. We may not all be blood-related, but we're destiny-related, and that my love for all of your family in boundless.
I'm sure that you see what's going on with me personally right now, but at least I know that you're not looking down on my with disappointment because you know the truth. I wish to God that I'd listened to you years ago about getting out of that 'hell hole' and moving to another department or job where my skills, experience, intelligence, and loyalty were appreciated, you must have had a premonition that they'd one day go too far. Well, as you know, they have far exceed that, and I know that you're proud of me for fighting for my rights -- my personal rights, my professional rights, my constitutional rights, and my God-given rights. Thank you for being such a great role model, Dan; you always stressed the importance of strength, courage, values, and morals. This all helped me to endure 23 years at the COT and 12 years of pursuing and completing my college degree.
I love you and words can't describe how much we all miss you. It's so frightening to me how our lives can become so broken and unknown in the blink of an eye. Knowing that you and my other loved ones are my helping to guide me is one of the few things that keep me going.
~Barbara
Daniel Ozburn
June 2, 2009
Dad, I miss you so much and need you so bad at this time in my life....thanks for being there for me from so far away...I love you Dad!
Dan "OZ" Ozburn
January 2, 2009
Dad, It has been 3 years and it has gone by so fast, yet not a day has gone by I dont think about you. You are with me everyday and I thank you for listening to me each night. Thank you for keeping me safe and "out of trouble" and steering me to make good decisions. I love you Dad and I know you see your beautiful grandkids growing up. Skye and I will always make sure Mark, Tyler and Faith know you as Grandpa and I will love telling them stories of us until my time comes to join you. I love you so much and so wish I could see you agian. Thanks for being the best Dad in the world even though your out of this world! I love you Dad, always and forever!
December 28, 2008
Oz: January 3 will be 3 years and it hasn't gotten any easier. I miss you terribly. It is extremely lonely without you. I miss my best friend, husband, lover and everything else you mean to me.
Love "Arlen" the darlin
November 24, 2008
Oz, I miss you and Love you so very very much. Today would have been our 19th wedding anniversary and our 25 years together. I'm holding the fort down as you would want me to. Love Always "Arlen the Darlin"
John
August 3, 2008
Happy Birthday buddy. This would be a great Sunday for a 1-dayer to San Diego. You could have an extra Bogert Yogurt on me.
Marlene Ozburn-Miller
August 3, 2008
Hi oz happy Birthday Mare and I are going to Montana this week ,we are going to miss you so much,Im going to have a big milkeshake for you!!! We all miss and Love you so much Bird...
Skye Ozburn
August 3, 2008
Happy Birthday!
Deanna Johnston
August 1, 2008
Dad,
Our birthdays are coming up this weekend and I wish you could be here to celebrate with us! Kylie is beautiful...I wish you could meet her. I miss you everyday! I think about you everyday and I know you watch over us! Have a happy birthday! I love you sooooooo much.
Barbara
May 29, 2008
Dan,
Connor and Kylie are SO beautiful, I wish that you were physically here to enjoy and play with them! When Kylie was born a few weeks ago, it felt incomplete not having you there with us. My Mom and I watched Connor for most of the weekend and you would've loved it. He is so fun to spend time with him -- he's smart, affectionate, expressive, gorgeous, loves to laugh and play...he is priceless! He's only 2-1/2, but knows who you are. He's been calling you 'Papa,' and recently, started calling you 'Grandpa Oz.' You must be around him alot because nobody taught him those names and he displays some of your characteristics. The permanent bond that the two of you developed within six weeks is amazing! Kylie is a beautiful baby, she's your second generation 'Precious!' I can just imagine you spoiling and doting on her. Both Connor and Kylie have been named after you (Connor's baptism name is 'Daniel' and Kylie's middle name is 'Danielle'). I'm very happy that Deanna did that, I know that she misses you beyond words.
Tyler and Faith are adorable children (as is Mark), you would've enjoyed your time with them. I wish that I could see them more often. It would've been alot of fun to have a big family gathering every year, I'm sure that you would've done that. Wow, it just hit me that you now have seven Grandchildren! You would've melted when they called you 'Grandpa.'
We all miss and love you so much, Dan! Without you, things are incomplete...
Barbara Applebaum
January 3, 2008
On one hand, the day you passed away seems like a decade ago; yet, on the other, the pain and loss that I still feel, make it seem so recent. I think about you everyday and there is still a huge hole in my life and heart. You provided a great deal of guidance, support, and stability for me. I also enjoyed my time with you so much.
Thank you for being you. I miss and love you so much. I know that you are here with us; thank you for the signs. I know that they freak me out, but you always told me that you would do that to me. :o)
I am truly blessed to have you as my Stepfather (it doesn't matter if you're here or not). I learned so much from you, Dan -- life lessons. I hope that I added as much to your life as you have to mine.
Arlene
January 2, 2008
It's two long years since you passed away. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and love you. I know you are my guardian angel and watch over me. I miss you more than you will ever know.
Love "Arlen the Darlin"
Marlene Ozburn- miller
November 25, 2007
I miss you so much we cooked our Butterball and thought of you all day love your sister....
Barbara Applebaum
September 2, 2007
Hey Stepdaddy...
As always, I've been thinking about you and missing so much. All of your favorite holidays are starting to come around again: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Everyday is hard without you here with us, but the holidays make the void in our lives even more obvious.
I know that you're watching over all of us and wishing that you could be here to play with your Grandkids... Congratulations on the newest edition and the 'up and comer!' I hope that you've gotten to spend time with them before they arrived here. You were an amazing Grandpa to Jenny, Cindy, and Connor (even in the short time you had with him), and it saddens me that the kids are missing out on their time with you. I promise you that they will all know about their Grandpa Dan.
I love you!
Daniel Ozburn
August 5, 2007
Oops... I meant to say that I'm glad you are resting in peace! I love you Dad!
Daniel Ozburn
August 4, 2007
Happy birthday Dad! I love you and miss you and think of you all time. Thanks for looking over me and my family, and I'm glad you are resting in piece.
Marlene Miller
August 3, 2007
Happy Birthday OZ I miss you and will go out for a milkshake today just for you,Your in my heart!Love Bird..
Arlene
July 31, 2007
Happy Birthday King Oz:
Miss you and love you. I would give anything to have you here. You are in my heart always. Life is just not the same without you.
I will love you forever.
Love,
Your One and Only
Marlene Miller
June 30, 2007
I missing you so much Oz,Im sure mom is in heaven with you and Linda this has been a sad long 3 years for our family.Not a day goes by I dont think of you all, soon your new grandauther will be here with use Faith Rayn Ozburn I know you will be honored and proud of her ,OZ you a great family man hope we all follow in your footprints.I"ll give her lots of hugs for you love Bird...
Cindy Jenkins
June 27, 2007
I love you and I've missed you so much since you've been gone. I know you're still with all of us and watching out for us everyday. I wish you didn't have to go but since you did I can only be happy for the years I did get to spend with and look forward to the future time with you as well. I remember such good things about you and it never makes me sad because I know in my heart that this wasn't the last time I'd see you. I love you and I'll be seeing you...
Deanna Johnston
June 27, 2007
I love you and miss you, Dad. I guess you wanted me to sign this since it just "appeared" out of nowhere. I think about you everyday. I wish you could be with Connor now. He is getting so big. I love you so much.
Love,
Deanna & Connor
Barbara Applebaum
January 26, 2007
It was snowed the other day, Dan, and the following morning as I drove to work, I looked at all the beautiful, snow-covered mountain ranges and thought, 'Dan would absolutely love this! Then, a second or two later, I looked up, and in the oncoming lane of traffic and travel trailer was approaching and in large letters on the top it read 'MONTANA.' I felt as though you were giving me a sign that you were there with me. I feel you close so often. I miss you so much. You are in my thoughts daily and I love you so much.
I feel so blessed to have had you in my life for half of it thus far, I just wish that you didn't have to go so early. We all miss and love you so very much, Dan.
I miss you calling and saying,
'This is Step-Daddy, I have a mission for you.' You always did so much for me, so I felt very special whenever you asked me to do anything for you. I made sure that I took care of it immediately!
I did my best to make it perfect because I never wanted to let you down.
I miss your smile, your laugh, your one-of-a-kind sense of humor, watching you turn red when you got upset (it was like a thermometer). I even miss you giving me a hard time, getting on my back to get my life in order, I miss it all! I miss your smirk, your Dan-ism's, the 'Essense of Dan.' You were and will always be one of the most special, important, and loved people in my life. You may not be here physically, but you cannot be any closer in thought, spirit, and love.
I love you!
Shari
January 3, 2007
Its hard to believe it has been a year. You obviously are missed by many people. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and friends. May all those wonderful memories be your comfort.
John
January 3, 2007
Oz, I can't believe it's been a year. You are missed at work and lunch still isn't the same. We all miss you.
marlene ozburn-miller
January 2, 2007
On Jan.2nd I recieved a phone call from Marilyn,Bird she said oz is in the hospital,he had some stomach pain and went to E.R. yeaterday. I guess his blood pressure is low so they want to put him on the vent to help him bring up his B.P. What! as she told me agian the same story.Then I said to her oh Marilyn he"ll be ok he is a young man the"ll get his B.P. up.we spoke for a few mimuntes longer said keep me updated as you hear anything. 20 minutes later the phone rang it was Mare.Bird I just got a call from Chad he said it doesnt look to good his kindys are shuting down.I howled like a rabbit being choke. Ken ran up stairs pick me up off the floor and put me on my bed.I cryed for hour and prayed all night long for my brother to be ok,I told Mare call me if you hear anything..Iwas awake most of the night at 7am I called Marilyn,did you hear anything,she then said he had a rought night with a incress temp just then her cell phone rang she said oh it"s Chad Ill call you back.I hung up and started calling all my friends and kids because I did not want that phone call.When she finally got in touch with me a hour later..Bird he"s gone!!! I miss you so much oz this is just not fare.Tommrrow I plan to go to work becuse if I stay home I might just fall apart knowing that your not here with use anymore Your in Heaven with Linda, James Brown,and the Crocky man.. Our family miss and loves you Oz THE KING!
Carlo
January 1, 2007
As I got up this morning, I feel like I've been punched in the gut & just want to throw up. This is not the product of booze, nor a new years party hang over. One year ago today Arlene called & said " your brother is in the hospital". Marilyn & Marlene (Dan & my sisters) helped keep me informed the next couple of days with many hours of shed tears on all ends of the phone lines. With the loss of our beloved Oz & Linda, we all have been over very rough roads in a short time span. I could say to have a happy new years, but to say this on January first through the third, will never be the same in my lifetime & I know you all feel the same way too! I Love & Miss You All. Carlo
marlene ozburn-miller
December 24, 2006
Oz.last year at this time we were laughing on the phone about how much money we put out each year for xmas,and also felling the great loss of our dear Linda,we were there for each other.now this year Im felling the pain of you not here with use this hurts badly I miss you oz the king..hope your danceing with Linda.This year your haveing xmas with Jesus...Love Bird
Barbara Applebaum
December 18, 2006
Dan,
This has been the most difficult year of our lives. Losing you so suddenly and unexpectedly has created such an emptiness in my life. I don't feel like I'll ever be the same again.
I know that you're around us because I've felt, heard, and seen a lot of unexplainable things, such as being awakened on my (our) birthday because someone poked me in the arm, Connor taking me in the living room directly to the seat where you always sat and putting his little hands on the cushion to hold your hands (it was as though he could see you sitting there calling him over to you), the knocking on the bedroom door that caused me to yell for 'Mommy,' and the numerous dreams that I've had about you.
On our birthday, I spent two hours typing, but I guess I typed too much and it never appeared on this site. So, all of my written feelings were lost. It was a very difficult day to get through. Halloween, Thanksgiving, were very difficult as well. Christmas is going to be EXTREMELY difficult because you were (and always will be) 'Mr. Christmas.' We finally used the jukebox while decorating the tree in your honor. It looks good, but doesn't come close to your trees.
I'll always love you, Dan, and I miss you more than you could ever imagine. Our royal family is like a puzzle missing it's center piece, and that of course, is you, the 'The King.' You may be far in distance, but you couldn't be any closer in my heart.
Forever your Stepdaughter,
Barbara
Marlene Ozburn-Miller
November 24, 2006
yesterday on Thaksgiving I was so greatfull you were my brother..Missing you so much oz I ate a plate for you Oz ha ha love Bird...
Carlo Vercammen
November 16, 2006
It's the middle of hunting season here in MT. I miss my brothers Sunday night calls to see how my luck has been. I use to dream of the days my brother could maybe ride along with me on one of my outings. It has been a rough year to get through for us all. No luck so far this year Dan, its been hard to get into the hunting spirit this year, seeing lots of game though. It may be time to take a break and go have a Pork Chop.
Marlene Ozburn-Miller
October 22, 2006
Oz ,we just got back from Butte,montana Marilyn and I and Carlo missed you so much,It was so so hard to see all the pictures of you around moms house.On our way to Joels house I keep rembering you and I going down that road last Aug. when we got the flat.Iam so glad for the time we spent together. We eat at all of our favorites places in Butte just for you Oz.... Love Bird
Marlene Ozburn
September 19, 2006
Just woke up this morning thinking of you Oz.I miss you so much planing my trip to Butte with Marilny to see mom in Oct. Hope to see all the family and to see the Kendricks.Illeat a porkchope sandwich in your honor and go to the peking fo chop chop food I love and miss you Oz ..Bird
marlene miller
August 12, 2006
Today is mom birthday oz ,thinking of you two .had a milkshake for your birthday.going to mont.in oct wont be the same without you love and miss you so much your sister bird...
Don
August 3, 2006
Yes Oz, you were in our thoughts as we visited SD yesterday. Missed you dancing on the deck and your great smile. Blessings on your birthday!
John
August 3, 2006
Oz, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Don, Kevin & I were in San Diego Yesterday. Yes, Oz, it just isn't the same without you. We did end up with a Luigi's Chef Salad and a "small" Bogar Yogurt, just one Oz.
July 29, 2006
I am going to celebrate your life on August 3, 2006 and remember all the great times. It was the greatest 21 years of my life and I would do it all over again. I miss you. Love "Arlen the Darlin"
Don
July 27, 2006
Oz,
Hope you had a great birthday, buddy. Sure miss our morning coffee.
July 26, 2006
Oz, Happy 55th Birthday. I am going to celebrate your life. Miss you so very much. You are in my heart and on my mind 24/7. Would give anything to have you back.
Love, Your "Arlen the Darlin"
John
June 1, 2006
Oz, I was just over in San Diego again and it was lonely without you sitting at Mission/Grand @ Starbucks!
May 7, 2006
Dear oz.. I miss you so much,how do I move on ....I know your looking down at use so I better be good Your Sister Bird...
Dan and his Grandson, Connor...The King and The Little Prince...You can feel the love and pride that Dan has for Connor when looking at this photo. Dan only had 2 months with Connor, but he was an amazing and loving Grandpa. Now, he's his guardian angel.
March 19, 2006
Daniel Ozburn
March 13, 2006
Hi Dad! I miss you so much and think about you all the time!!!! I know you are with me and all of us. I love you Dad and you will be in my heart forever. I miss talkin to you on the phone for hours, now I talk to you in my mind and I know you hear me! Love you Daddy!!
Jody Applebaum
January 26, 2006
Dan I miss you terribly but through my tears I know that you are helping God. I always knew that you were an angel.
The Oz with his two sisters, Marilyn & Marlene.
(brother) Carlo Vercammen
January 20, 2006
Here is a cute photo of my Brother Oz & my two beautiful sisters. This was taken in Butte Montana at Easter Time.
Skye Ozburn
January 19, 2006
As a gift to all family and friends, I have sponsered the guest book so it will remain online permanetly, rather than having it expire in January 2007.
Skye Ozburn
January 19, 2006
Being Oz's daughter-in-law for just over a year, I didn't get much of a chance to witness all the wonderful things that everyone has said about him. However, I did get a couple of opportunities to spend time with him, and I loved every minute of it. He's definetly a man worth remembering and he and his family will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all!
Marlene (Bird) Ozburn-Miller
January 17, 2006
Dear Oz, It's been now over a week and a half since i got that phone call saying how sick you were. I prayed so hard to God to let you stay here with us on earth. But he had other plans for you. I feel a deep emptiness missing you. I was very touched to see the out pour of love from your family and from the Tucson Police Department. I have many great memories of the things we did as we were growing up. They have become my treasures. I am very proud to be your sister. I love and miss you with all my heart. Birdie
Loree Wirt
January 13, 2006
Our sincere sympathy to Carolos brother & family. It's always sad to lose a family member, but when they're so young it's even worse.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. He's in a better place & at peace now.
Donna (Harper) Rankin
January 13, 2006
Dearest Arlene and Family:
I have known you for over 30 years, but never has my heart ached so for you. I pray that G-d gives you peace, strength and comfort. In my heart, I am by your side. Arlene, dear, know that my thoughts are with you, the girls and Dan's family. Love, Donna
Carlo Vercammen
January 12, 2006
Carol & I made it home okay today. We miss you so much, & will think of you often. Oz, You & I have a beautiful family & friends. From Carol & myself, Thank you everyone, who I met & who I did not get to meet, and a special Thank you to the TPD, for a very special & beautiful, & professional service you provided, & the outpouring of love & respect you showed for my brother, he will miss working with you all. I love you Dan, your little brother Carlo.
Patrick Soden
January 8, 2006
We lived across the street from Dan and Arlene for 18 months, and no finer neighbors or people can be found. Warm and helpful from the start, we felt immediately welcome to the neighborhood. I got to know Dan over the course of a number of long after dinner walks we took in the hope of losing a pound or two. The list of wonderful things about Dan is so very long, but for me, the quality at the top was his deep and genuine care and concern for his large circle of family and friends. The little things he did for me and the encouragement he gave me came from a man with a huge heart. I saw first hand the depth of the grief Dan felt when those close to him were hurting, or when they were taken from this world. Thanks for everything Dan. Yours was a life well lived. Patrick Soden and Mary White (Tucson)
Darlene Briggs
January 7, 2006
To Cousin Danny's family,
My thoughts and love to you all at this time. I have many wonderful memories of Dan from our childhood. He was always there at Grandmas at 1010 Nevada when we would show up in Butte for vacation. Off we would go all over town having a ball. You never knew what adventure he was cooking up for Jim and I. Dan dared me to ride the rollercoaster at the Gardens and I finally did. I think we rode it about 6 times in a row. Dan, thanks for the memories.
Love always, Darlene and Family
Jim Ryan
January 7, 2006
I was Oz's cousin and we grew up together in Butte, Montana. I remember when we were six or seven we traded Grampa's sluse box for two ice cream cones. Boy did we get in trouble. I am so sorry we didn't keep in touch more often, we lived so close but so far away. We would have had a lot of stories to tell. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Doris Parke
January 7, 2006
I said a prayer for you today
And know God must have heard
I felt the answer in my heart
Although He spoke no word!
I didn't ask for wealth or fame
(I knew you wouldn't mind)
I asked Him to send treasures
Of a far more lasting kind!
I asked that He'd be near you
At the start of each new day
To grant you health and blessings
And friends to share your way!
I asked for happiness for you
In all things great and small
But it was for His loving care
I prayed the most of all!
God Bless All of You from All of Us.
With Love.
Jim Filippelli
January 6, 2006
I never had the pleasure of working with "OZ". His sense of humor and personality were classic. God bless you "OZ", All of TPD will miss you.
Flip
Cindy Espinoza
January 6, 2006
Dearest 'Oz Man' Those awesome plaid shirts you wore...yes I will miss those shirts. I never knew it was legal to mix such an array of colors together. My favorite was the purple, red, green and yellow one. Your Montanan sense of humor just made me roll on the floor with laughter. I'll miss that toothpick and your inability to run a computer. I enjoyed working with you these past 4 years. Bye 'Oz' :)
Wayne Martinez
January 6, 2006
Oz. It was a pleasure to work with you, and to know you and Arlene. I will cherish the times that we went to the baseball games with the 'B' team. The times that you and Arlene went with my family to the ball games will be remembered also. I hope that Arlene, and your family will find comfort in knowing that you had a lot of friends at TPD. You will be greatly missed, 'little buddy'. God Bless you and your loved ones. My prayers are with you also.
Manny Galvan
January 6, 2006
Oz, thanks for the many visits to our NCS unit, and a thanks for the phone calls. Will miss you, and prayers to your family.
Nancy Sanderson
January 5, 2006
I only met Dan a few times but was impressed with him as a human being who was extremely good and loving to the family that I love. I know he will be truly missed but hope everyone will cherish the time they were able to spend with him.
Shari Brown
January 5, 2006
My heart goes out to Arlene and the family for their tremedous loss. I hope you find comfort in the many fond memories you have. I know the memories that I have of Oz are wonderful, funny and priceless. Oz and I worked together in Team One, Beat one from day one and then again and again throughout the past twenty years. I will never forget your smile and laugh. The stories and memories are endless. May you rest in peace lil OZ.
Joe Curran
January 5, 2006
I always loved calling Oz, "Dan." Very few people knew that was his name and fewer people did call him by it. What I liked more than calling him Dan was calling him Ozborn. It would always make him laugh and make him say he couldn't sing.
I've had the pleasure of knowing Dan since he became a member of TPD. We spent many days "Bakered" up, driving up and down alleys and looking in peoples back yards for "junk". Sometimes we would see "a treasure" and stop. We would get out , take a closer look and on occasion Dan would buy an item. He had a great eye for anything that had a Coca Cola logo.
I remember one day leaving the station about 6:15 AM, driving through alleys for almost three hours before Dan said to me something about how quiet the radio was that morning. I looked down and started laughing so hard. Dan looked down and started laughing just as hard. You see, neither of us remembered to turn on the radio that morning. That was before MDT's & MTC's.
I have no bad memoried of Dan. I never saw him get mad. He was always somewhat low keyed. What I do have are many great memories of being in the same squad and having many laughs. Much like the one mentioned.
Even though I didn't see "The Oz" much after he was promoted, when I did run into him we would laugh. I would always make a point to tell him to say hi to Mama (Arlene) for me. For reasons unknown, that would alway tickle his funny bone.
I'll miss running into Dan and having a quick laugh. But for one last laugh Ozborn, say hi to Mama.
And, may the peace of the Lord be with you on your new journey. And may it also be with your family.
Olga Ramirez
January 5, 2006
I met Oz after I was promoted to detective in 1998 and assigned to the Midtown Substation. My impression of him then and thereafter, was of a man who possessed a good sense of humor. He was always jovial and fun to be around. You will truly be missed by your extended family at TPD. With my sincerest sympathy to the Ozburn family. Olga Ramirez #29848
Brett Barber
January 5, 2006
Ozzy..I will miss the fun that we had when we worked together. I never laughed so hard as when "THE OZ" would tell us one of his Montana stories. I will miss you OZ!!!!! Brett Barber
Nancy Magoch
January 5, 2006
I worked with “Ozzie” several years in Ops Div. South. He was someone you always looked forward to seeing daily. He was an incredible friend to many, with a forever smile on his face. My prayers go out to Arlene and his entire family. He was very dear to me and will be greatly missed. #19503 – Nancy Magoch
Ms. Katie Lynn Stanley
January 5, 2006
Dear God,
I ask that You be with Detective Daniel Oren Ozburn's family at home and with his TPD family in this time of grief, comfort them O Lord within Your loving arms and give them the experience of Your grace, mercy and peace now Lord when they need You most!
O God I ask that You brightly light Detective Daniel Oren Ozburn's way into Heaven and take his hand and comfort him also O Lord as You bring him Home to You, In Jesus Name I Pray, Amen.
I only knew this wonderful man for a short time but I am Blessed to have met and talked with him even as few times I had, I could see in his eyes and hear in his voice that he was a kind, loving, and caring man!! My Heart and prayers as well as my family's go out to you all, both his family at home and with his family at the Tucson Police Department! May God Richly Bless and keep you All Always!!
I want to thank you, Detective Fry for informing me and to let you know that my Heart and Prayers go out to you especially as they do his families, I know how difficult it is to lose someone you love and are very close with! May God Bless you Sir in all that you do!
Darrell Mahurin
January 5, 2006
It was just the other day that the 4 of us enjoyed our dinner together. You and your humor will surly be missed.
BILL YOUNG
January 5, 2006
ARLENE, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT "THE OZ" OZ WAS ONE OF MY FIRST FRIENDS WHEN I MOVED OUT HERE 18 YRS AGO. OZ ALWAYS WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR ALL THE LAUGHS HE BROUGHT, "DRIVING AROUND LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW" AND "HUGGING AND KISSING IN A BLACKBERRY PATCH......" LOVE YA OZ
FYNIS BRIDDLE
January 5, 2006
Dan,
You were a great Neighbor and Friend. I will truly miss the time we spend working in your back yard and joking around. You will be missed for a long long time... Until we meet again....
Charlene Conway And Family
January 5, 2006
I know he has his calcutor in his hand and he is at peace.
Jeff Schneider
January 5, 2006
I first met Ozzy in 1985 while working patrol in Team 1. We worked together again when he was a detective. He always had a smile and a good nature. May God be with you my friend.
Jeff
Bob 28718
January 5, 2006
Ozzy, you were a good friend and partner, You and your sense of humor will be missed. Rest in peace.
Ann DesLauriers
January 5, 2006
I worked with Ozzy for about six years and have a lot of good memories. He was definitely one of the "good guys," and I already miss him.
Rich Holley
January 5, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss, Dan will be missed greatly. He was a true friend.
Rich & Laurie Holley
Janet Clark
January 5, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to Barbara and her family. May you all find peace within.
Joel Olson
January 5, 2006
I miss you Dan. Who am I going to sing baudy songs with now? I pray for your hearty welcome to heaven and comfort for your family.
Don Tatman
January 5, 2006
Oz was as good of friend as anyone could ask for. I will miss his great sense of humor, compassion, our early morning coffee and "day trips" to San Diego. Our prayers are with Arlene and his wonderful family.
Bruce Marquis
January 5, 2006
I've known Dan "Ozzy" for well over 15 years. Funny thing, I never really knew his real first name for quite a while. He worked here in ODW just a few steps from my office. What a pleasure it was to visit with him daily! I looked forward to our chats! I will miss him immensely! My deepest sympathies to his family, especially Arlene!! Gods speed my friend....I will "chat" with you when I pray!!
Patti Harada
January 5, 2006
Barbara Applebaum is a treasured friend. Her grief at the loss of her step father is monstrous, and I'm sure reflects the grief of all of Dan's family and friends and coworkers. Plesae join me as you read this in a moment of sending love to all of them.
John 16721
January 5, 2006
Ozzy Was A Great Friend And Will Be Tremendously Missed By Everyone Who Knew Him. Rest In Peace Oz.
Tom Nordstrom
January 5, 2006
My sympanty is with you as Danny was my cousin and a good friend.
He will remain in my thoughts and prayers throught my life.
Tom Nordstrom
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