A Very Very Sad Day...

[FMJeff]

From Al Dukes:

I got word today from a mutual friend that 'Circus Boy' Dan Gassler passed away yesterday...unfortunately I don't have any further details as to what caused this...he was somewhere in the neighborhood of 23 or 24 years old...al
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I remember Dan as being a passionate, friendly person who I always got along with. I don't know what happened to him since he left the board. I only hope his death wasn't related to anything emotional that good supportive friends could have helped him out with. He seemed healthy and in good spirits last time I saw him at Jose Tejas on Rt 1 in Woodbridge where he worked as a manager.

This is pretty sad news. Post your memories of Dan here. I will report back with details on where to send cards and donations to the family.


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[IrishAlkey]

No fucking way.

I had so much fun with that kid when we used to hang out.

Damn.

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[Alice S. Fuzzybutt]

This is incredibly sad news.

I didn't know Dan very well. I remember meeting him at the Halloween bar crawl. He was a genuinely nice and funny person. It's a horrible thing when someone so young passes away.

His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.


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[TheMojoPin]

Like everyone else on this board, I didn't actually know him in real life, but he was around when I first started showing up, and he honestly seemed like a great, funny person. I don't have much to add except that no matter the "what's" or "how's", it's always unfair and unecessary to hear of someone that young dying too soon.

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[Reephdweller]

I didn't know Dan myself, except through posts on the board. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. It's very sad when someone so young dies.

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[ag]

fucking a man. I remeber that kid being really cool. It seems like just yesterday he was blowing fire from his mouth at the bar crawl in SOHO. Jeff defantly try to tell us more details if you can.

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[Death Metal Moe]

I never met him. I think If he was on the show, I must have started listening after he appeared or something.

I'm very sorry to hear this happened. I don't wish Death on anyone, especially board members. I hope he did not suffer ans is at peace.

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[SatCam]

I never knew him, but it sounds like this toughed everyone. Does he have any relation to Circus Girl?

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[Se7en]

Damn, that's rough.

He was one of the originals on the show, wasn't he? It seems as if he was on the show early on, within the first year or so that R&F came to New York.

Even though we had not heard from him in a long time.....a couple years or so it seems....I'm sad to see him go. Especially since he's around my age, and should have had a rich, full life ahead of him.

We should do something for his family, if they don't mind. Even if it's something as cheesy as just sending flowers.

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[kc7586]

that is really horrible. wow, just makes you think, one minute someone is here posting and the next minute theyre gone.

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[reeshy]

I remember meeting Dan at a get together a few years ago-I think it was my first one. I remember him as being basically shy but once he got comfortable with me, we had a good time together! I send my prayers to his family and I hope he's at peace.

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[FMJeff]

just consider this the next time you want to trash someone on the board...he left because he thought he was disliked on the board...it's easy to anonymously hurt someone...but we're all people here with feelings...not to say his parting with the board had anything to do with his death, but i get this strong feeling a death at such an early age is either an accident or self-inflicted and if the latter was the case, it would've been better if he had a support group like us...

i am changing relationships to "The Couch". I'd like to use this forum as a medium between those in pain looking for answers and those with the life experiences to help guide them through it.

This will be the most strongly monitored forum on the board, with a ONE STRIKE AND YOU'RE OUT FOREVER policy. Anyone caught defiling a serious post in this forum will be removed forever with no possible chance of return. If you are feeling down and you need some place to talk, that forum is for you.

Let's see what we all can do to help our fellow board members through tough times.


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[Fallon]

Good call jeff. This is very sad news.

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[JerseyRich]

Like Jeff, I considered Dan a friend and would frequently see him at Jose Tejas. He was always very friendly and would hook us up.
I went there for my Birthdaythe year before last and he and the other servers sang to me.

Dan will be missed. He was one of the originals on this board and a good guy. I am proud to have known him.

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[Reephdweller]

i am changing relationships to "The Couch". I'd like to use this forum as a medium between those in pain looking for answers and those with the life experiences to help guide them through it.

This will be the most strongly monitored forum on the board, with a ONE STRIKE AND YOU'RE OUT FOREVER policy. Anyone caught defiling a serious post in this forum will be removed forever with no possible chance of return. If you are feeling down and you need some place to talk, that forum is for you.

Let's see what we all can do to help our fellow board members through tough times.


I like the sound of this. I was confused at first as to why the name was changed, but after seeing your reasoning it makes good sense.

I'd hate to think that someone felt so sad or rejected from a messageboard or anything that they would do something to hurt or kill themselves. We all have our dark days, but need to keep focused of those who love us and care for us. I'm not suggesting this happened in this case, but I do like the idea of this.

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[FMJeff]

Ok, from what I'm hearing now it was not a suicide, that he was in good spirits, and this was accidental.

Please mail all cards and donations to:

The Gassler Family
132 Union Ave
Linden, NJ 07036




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[CYYYFYYY]

I talked to him a couple of times. he always seemed happy and was vvery friendly. It
sucks.................


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[42nd-delay]

I remember meeting Circus Boy almost exactly two years ago up at the studio, literally one of the first people from the board that I met. When I went to the Halloween bar crawl a few months later, he recognized me and introduced me to some of the others from the board. Dan was always a nice guy, and I regret not doing more to make him feel welcome on this board when he tried to get involved again.

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[JustJon]

Wow. My condolences to his family.

Like everyone, I met him at a bar crawl. Of course, he was the one who decided blowing fireballs in Tribeca was a good idea so soon after 9/11....

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[AngelAmy]

he was a very friendly guy with a huge heart. this is indeed sad news and my prayers are with his family and friends.

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[RF Godfather]

Wow, this is really sad news. I came on the board when he was a staple here. Seemed like a nice guy and I see he really was from what many of you had said.

My heartfelt condolescences to his family and close friends.

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[Gwen]

Dan was a great guy, a nice kid and a sweetheart. I am very saddened by this news. I will keep his family and friends in my prayers. This is a sad day indeed.

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[gone]

the last time i spoke with dan he was concidering coming back to the board but was afraid he wouldnt have been well accepted..
i see now he would have been and that makes me sad. as far as im concerned he was already missed before now.. that boy would have done anything to make you smile. the world is now short one great man..

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[DJEvelEd]

He sounds like a great guy. My deepest sympathies to everyone. Life is just too short sometimes and we need to savor every moment. I'm very sorry.

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I agree BUT discretion must be used. Alot of people need to be cheered up and sometimes a way to do this is to post stupid suggestions that MAY offend some others. I'm a depressed tortured soul and I come here to get cheered up by other shock posters. I hope I don't get banned for telling Moe to crap in a urinal because it may cheer him up. Can we be warned first please? Thank you in advance.

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[EffMeBoobs]

This is very sad and shocking news. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan's family.

I too have memories of hanging out with Dan. I remember meeting him at one of the first bar crawls, I believe it was the night that he wanted to blow fireballs out in the streets of Tribeca. Another memory I have of Dan is partying with him at the Halloween Bar Crawl. I remember hanging out with Circus Girl, a good friend of his that night and her telling me crazy stories of Dan. We all did a lot of shots that night together. He was always a riot to be around. Another memory is the night of my farewell apartment party Dec 1st, 2001. Again one of the most fun guys to be hanging with that night. I will always have good memories about Dan to kick back and laugh about. Dan will surely be missed.

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[FMJeff]

I agree BUT discretion must be used. Alot of people need to be cheered up and sometimes a way to do this is to post stupid suggestions that MAY offend some others. I'm a depressed tortured soul and I come here to get cheered up by other shock posters. I hope I don't get banned for telling Moe to crap in a urinal because it may cheer him up. Can we be warned first please? Thank you in advance.


No. If you want to cheer them up, send them an RFMail. Otherwise you're just making jokes to be funny in the thread and that's not gonna fly.



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[GaryWyze]

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[Tall_James]

If you're gonna put all these rules into place, one more should be that things said in The Couch, stay in The Couch. No using personal info shared there as ammo for another thread.

This is not the thread for that discussion. Save it for another day. Use this space to post your thoughts and prayers for a man who died way, way too young. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

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[JustJon]

What Tall_James said.

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[TastelessGinny]

Every time he saw me, he just lit up. He always had an infectious grin and a hug and always wanted to know how I was doing. I remember him as a polite, sweet, fun-loving fellow. I will miss him, and will always remember that wonderful smile of his.





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I always thought he was a bit of a goof ball, but he was always a nice guy and his heart was always in the right place. This is for CB:

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[mikeyboy]

R&F have some very nice words for Circus Boy on tonight's show.

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[DC Reed]

I only heard him once or twice on the show, but he seems like a great guy. Circus Boy, a buddy even though i didn't know him, take care.

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[DC Reed]

i am changing relationships to "The Couch". I'd like to use this forum as a medium between those in pain looking for answers and those with the life experiences to help guide them through it.


Maybe the "couch" should bear likeness to the late, Circus Boy, as a tribute.

Great Idea Jeff, its a shame there wasnt something like this on the board before.

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[East Side Dave]

He was always good on the show. He's in a better place. Rest in peace, buddy.

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[HordeKing1]

One of the original crew.

A friendly guy with a smile for everyone.

Dan will be sorely missed.

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[FMJeff]

from Al:


hey Jeff...here's the info for Dan...

Just writing to let you know, the wake is planned for Wednesday 2-4pm and then 7-9pm at Kowalski's Funeral Home, Roselle St Linden. The funeral is on Thursday at Saint Teresa's Church.



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[FMJeff]

(confirmed cause of death) ok from what i hear he suffocated in his sleep on his own vomit after a night of binge drinking...i am only posting this because there are a lot of big drinkers on this board and i've seen some of you drink yourselves into oblivion...i used to use that figuratively but now its not a figure of speech anymore...

please, please, monitor how much you drink and try not to go overboard...its not necessary to get completely and utterly wasted everytime you go out...and as you can see, it only takes one time for it to be the last time...

jeff

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[AngelAmy]

wow just wow, that's so sad :(

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[Tall_James]

(confirmed cause of death) ok from what i hear he suffocated in his sleep on his own vomit after a night of binge drinking...i am only posting this because there are a lot of big drinkers on this board and i've seen some of you drink yourselves into oblivion...i used to use that figuratively but now its not a figure of speech anymore...

please, please, monitor how much you drink and try not to go overboard...its not necessary to get completely and utterly wasted everytime you go out...and as you can see, it only takes one time for it to be the last time...

jeff
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[furie]

wow. He was really a funny kid. I first met him at Caraba's(?) and he made me feel welcomed. He'll be missed.

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[wilee]

I don't recall ever meeting Dan, but I wish his family the best.

I had a friend whose boyfriend nearly suffered the same fate. Fortunately, she was there and awakened in time to help him. He wound up in the hospital for several days. Another friend took up a collection for his girfriend and their baby since he was out of work because of this.

Godspeed, Dan.

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[DC Reed]

I sent a message to DCRTV dave telling him the sad news, i included the rnf.net site url so anyone who was a fan, but not a member of the board can come, and leave a few words or anything. I felt it was the best i could do to kinda honor him, even though i didnt know him.

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[Jennitalia]

(confirmed cause of death) ok from what i hear he suffocated in his sleep on his own vomit after a night of binge drinking


That's a damn shame. My heart goes out to his family and friends.

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oh god... um... I really don't knwo what to say cept for the fact that me and him had good times as well.. I am going to miss him...
damn... he was a gret kid.... I always enjopyed talking to him as well as chilling with him
WHAT THE FUCK?!?!?!?
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my thoughts out to him and his family

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[FatTony]

Wow...you know I started reading this thread for no real reason until I found out someone had died. I didn't know who Circus Boy was but when I saw the name Dan Gassler, I knew it sounded very very familiar. Until I read a couple of more posts and found his address it hit me that I did know him. Not from the board or RnF at all but from high school.

He actually live about five blocks from my house and haven't spoken with him since we left high school and I am in complete shock and disbelief at this point. If anyone else has anymore information on what happened I would appreciate if you could let me know. Either by RFMail or email me at antandone@aol.com

Thank you once again and my thoughts and prayers go out to Danny's family.

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[gone]

confirmed cause of death) ok from what i hear he suffocated in his sleep on his own vomit after a night of binge drinking...i am only posting this because there are a lot of big drinkers on this board and i've seen some of you drink yourselves into oblivion...i used to use that figuratively but now its not a figure of speech anymore...


hes the second friend ive had to pass this way.. i feel sick..

i promised dan a long time ago that i would join his "cult" and get the pi tattoo.. after my next paycheck im going... i feel terrible for putting it off for so long.

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[Dan]

I didn't know Circus Boy too well (and I use the name
"Circus Boy" because that's really all I knew him as) but
he always struck me as one of the kids who "got it." He
was naturally funny and was never afraid to be the butt of
the joke himself...that shows real courage of character.

He was funny and fun loving. He was kind and
thoughtful. I always noticed how he seemed to know
everyone's name and would talk to you like he genuinely
cared what you had to say.

It is so terribly sad.

I'm not much into organizing things, but I don't think it
would be a bad idea if we created a fund and used the
power of the board to donate some money to a cause or
institution he believed in, in his name. If anyone has
experience doing this or if we could use the board's paypal
account, I think it would be a nice way to make sure his
life doesn't truly end so tragically young.


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[TooCute]

I'm not much into organizing things, but I don't think it
would be a bad idea if we created a fund and used the
power of the board to donate some money to a cause or
institution he believed in, in his name. If anyone has
experience doing this or if we could use the board's paypal
account, I think it would be a nice way to make sure his
life doesn't truly end so tragically young.

I don't know if it's too late (I'm pretty sure it isn't) but can we perhaps split whatever profits we generate from the softball game (which I believe are earmarked to go to some charity involved with what Sweet Melissa's dad died from?) between the original charity and one we choose in memory of Circusboy?

I also don't know if it's too late to make giving at least a couple of dollars to the charities 'mandatory' rather than voluntary (ie add it on to the price of the jersey).

























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[The Chairman]

I didn't know Circus Boy; he's "B.C." (Before Chairman) for me....

I was on a hiatus from posting on the Board, although I was reading it.

What sucked me back in was seeing this Board rally in memory of a fellow member; from the excellent tribute on the front page to the heartfelt memoriams posted in this thread. And there have been great suggestions...from renaming the new Couch section as a testimonial to Circus Boy to allocating a portion of the proceeds of our softball game to a charity in his name. And how wonderful was it that Ron took the time to mention our loss of Circus Boy on the air?

The decision to temporarily change the front page to a memorial was commendable. It was moving to see people reacting so genuinely, providing eloquent and heartfelt reflections on the fragility of life and the lessons to be learned from observing the consequences of reckless behavior.

Life is not always easy. Yet once we realize this truth, that it's hard, we can transcend it. Once we accept that life is difficult the fact that it is difficult no longer matters. I saw a lot of love reading this thread today.

Many of us are blessed with having wonderful friends and/or family. Yet for some, this Board supplements what might be missing from their own life; things that others may take for granted. I have met many great people and made many genuine friends from this Board. This tribute validated the goodness of our community.

Bravo to Jeff, Bobby, Dan and everyone who posted. Bravo to everyone who took away something positive from this loss.

I admire you all.

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[yarpwizard]

Although, I didn't personally know Circus Boy, my prayers go out to his family. It's always sad when someone so young passes away.

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[not_circusgirl]

On behalf of his family, I would like to thank all of you for your prayers and kind words. As some of you might know, Dan was one of my best friends. He was the one that brought me to many of the get Ron and Fez get togethers and also the reason I got the name not circus girl. I just wanted to let you know that even though Dan did not participate in the Ron and Fez festivities with you all anymore, he talked of many of you often. He missed the show and everyone dearly. He also talked many times of getting back involved but didn't know how he would have been accepted. He blamed me for his departure from the show, and I apologize if it was my fault for everyone losing a great guy from the show. I would also like to thank Ron and Fez, for letting Dan 'Circus Boy' be on the air. You made one of his dreams come true. He really admired you guys and always said that he would one day do what you guys do. Dan had this passion for life and for the short time on this earth he lived everyday to the fullest. Once again I would like to thank all of you for your kind words about one of the greatest people I have ever met in my life.

Inkgrrl, you won't be alone with joining the 'cult'. Many of us who's lives Dan touched have gotten the pi symbol tattooed somewhere on their body in his memory.

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Inkgrrl, you won't be alone with joining the 'cult'. Many of us who's lives Dan touched have gotten the pi symbol tattooed somewhere on their body in his memory.


its the least we can do to remember.. he had a vision

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[Supervixen]

I haven't been around for a really long time, but I heard about this, and my heart is broken at the news.

Dan and I became friends really quickly. He was the sweetest person ever. He was all about making people laugh and making people happy. I know everyone says that about people after they pass on, but I cant tell you how true it was about him. He was so full of life and energy and adventure, and he was so smart. He had all these ideas.

It's my belief that everything happens for a reason. Even though I'm sickened, literally, by the fact that this happened, I hope we can all see how dangerouse that can be. It can be any one of us, which is why I'm so glad when I hear about RF Net events where drinking is optional or not involved.

Last time I heard from Dan, he was doing well, and did speak about coming back and hanging out with all of us. He seemed really happy in general, though. And while what happened with the show did make him upset, he told me many times that he didn't place any REAL blame, and he was just really upset, so I hope no one is beating themselves up over anything relating to him and the show.

I hadn't heard from Dan in awhile, and about two weeks ago got the idea to give him a call and catch up. I never did get the chance, and I really did have something to say to him. Like many of you, I miss him a lot, and I really wish I had gotten the chance to give him a call and tell him what I wanted to say, cause now I'll never get the chance. This has really taught me that any day could be our last. If you have something on your mind, holding it in is not the best option.

My thoughts and prayers go to Dans friends and family in there time of need. And thanks to everyone whos sharing great memories of our friend, Dan.

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I never knew him, but when someone dies it touches everyone.

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[Doogie]

I never knew Circus Boy personally. I remember him posting in the early days, but that is about all the memories that I can muster about him. However, it always a tragedy when a young person dies in such a way. Especially when there are so many people who miss him both here and friends who are not a member of our community.

His death is reminder of the beauty that is life, and how there are so many wonderful recountings of his life and how he touched many of you. That is what saddens me as much as his death is how this news deeply affects many of you, which causes me to lament on how wonderful of a human this young man was. I know for some who are more upset who do not see good anywhere right now to reflect on this saying:

In the darkest hole, there is light. You just have to open your eyes to see it.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan and his family in wake of these tragic events.

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[original_circusgirl]

Hi guys, this is Circus Girl from the first shows with Circus Boy. for the people here who don't know, I was on the show about two yrs ago with Dan, we were super close friends...I just want everyone to know I live in cali these days, and when the news made its way to my cel, it was extremely sucky. Being all the way out here, I feel way out of touch with saying goodbye to Dan, but I want you all to know that reading everything on here, and to see how much you all cared about him is helping me a lot with this. Seriously, no one out here knows Circus Boy, so being able to read all these wonderful things about him online, and how much everyone else will miss him is just great. Dan would be so happy if he could see this message board because he really did love the show, people on it and the other fans. I wish you all the best, and again thank you for sharing your thoughts. *dan, i will truly miss you*



This message was edited by original_circusgirl on 5-21-03 @ 8:41 PM

[SuperClerk]

I did not know Circus Boy and I did not post here in the early days. But I know how it feels to lose a friend way too early. Dan seems like he was very well liked by his peers. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family.

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[FMJeff]

well, just came back from the wake...thanks to Effme, Gwen, Anna and Missy for showing up...

for those of you who didn't I hope you sent cards..


for those of you who didn't even do that...i would recommend you send a nice email to Dan's father (along with a jpeg of dan, if you have it) to PaulDaniel@att.net

From what I gathered from our conversation, he really didn't know him that well so anything you can send him in terms of photos or anecdotes would be much appreciated.

We live in an age of callous cynicism, but I really do believe there is some decency and humanity left in all of us. Show this man you care...if not for him or Dan, do it for yourself...surprise yourself...help a man cope with the loss of his son.

This is a great opportunity for those of you out there that have dismissed our display of emotion over the death of this person as disingenuous and self-serving to do a little good for your own karma, if you believe in that sort of thing.

You know who you are.

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This message was edited by FMJeff on 5-22-03 @ 3:12 AM

[flavorsaver]

All my love!! All my wishes, to you 'Circus Boy'...

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[TomPoo]

To Dan,

you were a cool guy to hang with, a great drinking buddy, and always knew the importance of bringing hott girls to parties like not_circus girl (that is an inside joke between me and Dan before any of you think I am being tasteless)

so buddy, hopefully we will party again in another lifetime

- Tommy



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[Katie]

i know this is a little late to be sending out my condolences to all of dan's family and friends....but i happended to stumble upon this site when i was feeling nostalgic one night. i first met dan a little over two years ago when he served me lunch at jose tejas. i was with my friend tammie who also worked there and who introduced us. from the first time i laid eyes on him i knew that he was someone very very special. my relationship with him is hard to explain for those of you who don't know me, but we were very close. i miss him more than anyone could possibly imagine. he was truly an individual. he had so much to offer the world and it was a horrible tragedy that he left us when he did. i can only hope that he knew how much i loved him before he passed. he will forever have a special place in my heart which i'm sure is the case with all of his family and friends....i attended the wake but however did not go to the funeral, so if someone knows where he is buried please reply and let me know. i haven't been able to bring myself to go there yet, but as the one year anniversary of his death approaches, i more and more feel the overwhelming need to go visit him. also, i never got to take any pictures of him and as time goes on i'm afraid that it will become harder and harder for me to picture him in my head. so if anyone has either of those could you please send it to khartlander@yahoo.com? it would mean so much to me that i can't even put it into words. my condolences to everyone that knew and loved him.

-Katie.

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i dont know but i think i can help out put his name in on a google serch (full name it might come up in records)





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