Peace and Hugs to all of the family. We love you Dan! You have been such a special friend since our days sweating it out at Ferguson Lab and stretching our brains together in graduate structures classes at UT. Such memories... An integral member of the Royal Canadian Yachting Society (say hi to Bob for us, Dan!). Fellow Love Boat Award recipient. Professional Leader. One of the most distinguished ever elected to the UT CAEE Academy of Distinguished Alumni. Devoted Dad. A man with such a BIG heart and rock solid FAITH. We will sorely miss you down here but we know without a doubt that you are singing with the angels up there. xoxo, Lisa and David (Laurie - we have a package of both professional and personal information on Dan that we assembled and submitted for his nomination to the Academy of Distinguished Alumni. I would be happy to send it to you - just email me at lpowell@pestructural.com.)

Dear Laurie and family, I took time to read some of the posts before I put something down myself. They all follow the same path: knowing his wonderful faith and trust in his Lord. He must be rejoicing now that he is free of pain and with his Father in Heaven. It’s not that easy for all of you that have to move forward without him. What a beautiful servant to Dan and the Lord you have been Laurie. I’m sorry I don’t know any of your family, I know I met your parents over the years and maybe more of your family, I can’t recall. I’m praying that God will give you all the peace that passes all understanding. Even though your mind tells you how much better he is, your heart yearns to still be with him. My deepest sympathy to all of you. I hope you all can find some peace and joy as you gather together and share your stories of Dan. Much love to you Laurie. Maybe we will bump into each other sometime and I can give you a big hug. ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Love you Snoop! I remember riding my sister's bike down Monroeville Road just to hang out at Snoops. Couldn't do that today. That's how we rolled when we were growing up. So many memories at Dick and Darlene's. You will be missed my friend. I'm glad you are at peace.

No more sorrow or pain. Dan would want us to know that. He is in a wonderful place. He was a great person and wonderful friend. We grieve today but are comforted in the knowledge that we will meet again!

I am so sorry to read this, but also it helps to know Dan is at peace. He impacted Ben so very much. It hurts to know how much he will be missed, but also brings joy to know how we touched so many. What a mixed bag of emotion.

Dear Laurie, Dani and Austin, My heart goes out to all of you as you grieve Dan's passing; this is a huge loss, and you will all continue to be in my heart and prayers. I went to school with Dan at Flatrock Lutheran from Kindergarten through 2nd grade, and have fond memories of having a major crush on him. A cousin recently shared your FaceBook postings Laurie, so I started following Dan's journey on Caring Bridge, and was so amazed at his courage, tenacity, faith and sharing. He was---and will continue to be--an inspiration for how to take an untenable situation, and keep learning, growing, and teaching others how to do the same. My husband and I were recently in a challenging hiking situation and Dan suddenly came to mind; and the thought of all he was going through with such grace gave me courage in that moment. So keep trusting his life will continue to send ripples of influence out into the world as we all continue to remember him. And may your memories, stories and these recent precious days continue to bring you comfort. Blessings...

What a beautiful testament to such a wonderful man. Dan was such a faithful servant of our Lord and Savior, with such a kind and caring soul… My thoughts and prayers of comfort to the family! We will meet again my Brother!

I roomed with Dan one semester (Spring '81). He was a great roommate. A bit crazy, but never overboard, well maybe he was a bit crazy with the funnelator. I was also paired with Dan at the Zook Golf outing in 2021. That was the first time I had seen Dan since college. We had a great time and it was a pleasure to golf with Dan. While we both hit some pretty good shots, we both hit a lot of balls into the woods and water, and a few dribblers.

Your grief for Dan will always be with you, but with God's help, you will grow strong around that grief. Dan gave us all a good path to follow. May God's Blessing always be with you!

In God's Hands,
Kurt

My deepest condolences to you all. Dan was a wonderful friend and colleague, we will remember him fondly and always. God bless.

Dan is truly one of the best people I’ve ever know. He will forever be missed, and I look forward to reuniting with him someday.