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The Donald Family Relatives
June 13, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Its been almost a year since they have gone, and your love can build a staircase to heaven and sing it in a song, your family would be rejoycing and never far from home. Although this year has been so long, God knows about your sorrow and always brings a promise of tommorrow. Your angels are watching over you all day and night, and in the quiet hours they kiss you softly good night. They will always love you and keep you safe from harm. Because they know that god has protected you from harm. May all the world bless you and help you along the way, we all love you dearly Dan and support you along the way. God Bless and Keep you !!
Mary Frances McKay
August 25, 2006
Dan,
God bless you in this terrible time. Your NWA ORD crew has you in our prayers. Your little family is now with God
John Kim
August 18, 2006
Dan,
I am so terribly sorry and stunned and shocked about you losing the 3 most important people in your life, make it 4, your mother-in-law too. I pray that God will give you strength to continue on in life as we all must do, even though I am sure you are finding it very difficult right now. I wish you the very best and remember, your Northwest Family at JFK, has you in our hearts.
Sincerely
John Kim and Leon Wang
Kerri Kolano
August 17, 2006
Dan,
I am so sorry we met under such terrible circumstances. I pray for you and your beloved family every day. I lit a candle for you this week and I will continue to do so...You are in mine and Kevin's thoughts always.
Bernadette Hillman
August 17, 2006
Danny - Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers always. Although, we have only met a few times,I feel like we have known you and your lovely family forever. You and Angie and the boy's were very special to Renee and Bill and that makes you all very special to us. Our love and prayers are with you always. God Bless You and comfort you always.
Gene & Bernadette Hillman (Renee's family)
Paul Bagnarol
August 16, 2006
Dan,
I am so so very sorry, for the great losses in your life recently.I pray for you everyday that God gives you all the strength you need.I was heart-broken to hear of this tragedy.I know in my heart, that your family is looking down from heaven, and giving you all thier love. I wish Peace in your life always. Dan, if you ever need anything, please do not hestitate to contact me..My deepest condolences !
Cindy (Donald) & Michael Turano & family
August 15, 2006
Our deepest prayers are with you now and always. We are praying everyday that you may find peace as time go by. Always remember that you now have the most special Angels looking over you for eternity. Prayers and hugs always.
Renee, Bill, & Amanda
August 14, 2006
Danny,
We are so sorry that you, your family, and everyone who loves Angie, Danny, Aidan, and Dorothy have to experience this tragedy. Know that you are in our thoughts daily and we are here if you need anything at all. A lot of people here are praying for and with you. Angie and the boys will always hold a special place in our memories. Please do not hesitate to call or come down if you need some support. We love you very much!
Kevin Kolano
August 14, 2006
Dan,
Sad to say I haven't thought of you or many of our OHS alum as "near & dear" for the past 20 yrs, yet now every day when I look at my three boys, I will think of you, Angie, Danny & Aiden for the rest of my life... I can't even begin to image...
But count on this: If you EVER need anything or need to talk with anyone...Or if you ever just want to make sure there are flowers for Ang' and the boys over at Holy Rood---ANYTHING, don't hesitate to ask...EVER.
You're in our thought and prayers!
Nichole Marbach
August 13, 2006
Dear Daniel,
I live in the High Meadow subdivision. I have never met you and did not know your beautiful wife and children. I want you to know that everytime I pass by your house, I pray for you and your family. It breaks my heart to see the flowers and balloons in front of the tree. Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you. I will continue to pray for you daily.
Nichole
Maureen Kelly
August 13, 2006
Dan,
I am another of Barbara Kelly's sisters and when I heard the news of the loss of your family - I could not sleep. All the tears of sorrow being shed are also prayers to God for solace and strength. Your family is held in the hearts of all in my parish here at St Ignatius RC Church in Boston, MA and their names listed in our parish book of prayers.
May you know the presence of God and be showered by His Love and Grace.
Kristina (Persichilli) Gregory
August 12, 2006
Danny,
Words can't express how sorry I am for the tragic loss of your loved ones. I hope and pray that you continue to have strength and faith. May the good memories of Angie, Danny, Aidan and your mother-in-law bring you comfort at this difficult time. My parents and siblings send their condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care of yourself, and call me if you need anything.
Love, Kristina
loleta yoder
August 12, 2006
dan,
i don't know you and i didn't know your wife and children, however, i am a daily commuter on the toll road and everyday i pass the crash site, i think of your wife, children, and their grandmother. i also think of you and the rest of the family as you are dealing with this tragic loss. there are no words that will take the pain away but i just wanted to let you know that i am thinking about you and praying for you and your family. God be with you as you go through this difficult time.
Nancy Kelly
August 11, 2006
Dan,
I am Barbara Kelly's sister, and she told me of your terrible loss. I can't even begin to imagine what you must be feeling. I wanted you to know that you are in my prayers.
Nancy
Greg Gluck
August 11, 2006
Dan,
With the deepest of sympathy, I pray that the Lord guides you, and gives you strength in your loss.
"when you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight"
Kahlil Gibran
Angie, Danny and Aidan were truly a delight to us all!
Melanie Jandovitz
August 10, 2006
I do not know you, but read the obituary in the newspaper. May God carry you through this horrible tragedy. You are in my prayers.
Catherine Rodriguez
August 10, 2006
I am so terribly, terribly sorry for your loss.
May God bless you in the knowledge that your loved ones, while apart from you, are never really gone.
They are still with you.
In my prayers.
L. B.
August 10, 2006
I am so sad for your loss. I do not know you, and did not know your family, but my heart is breaking for you and your loved ones. God bless you and hold your family close to his heart.
Kimberly
August 10, 2006
God Bless you during this tragic time. You have 3 special Angels watching over you always. It may seem impossible now but time will ease your pain. May the love and support of your Family & Friends help you during your time of sorrow
PRISCILLA KNIESTE
August 10, 2006
DAN,
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR FAMILY. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU.
PRISCILLA
G.I. "Jeri" Gould
August 10, 2006
My God, this is tragic. Words do no justice to the sorrow I feel.
Peg L.
August 10, 2006
I am unknown to you and your precious family. Your sorrow, the depths of which is unmeasaurable, grieves each one of us who knows the love of family, a child, a spouse, a loved one. In my feeble attempt to lessen your grief, knowing that I cant, I reach out to you with the single prayer that you eventually become able to face the day, and find your strength.
The friends who love you, and who loved your precious family must lift you up in all ways that you need.
We that don't know you wince at the depth of your sorrow, yet know that 'time' is relative, and time will come again for you, when you are joined again with your loved ones.
My deepest sympathies and prayers during your time of unfathomable loss.
Joanne
August 10, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-200
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Although I do not know you personally, your tragic loss struck my heart with such force that I was compelled to share this beautiful poem. Please visit Ruth Ann Mahaffey's website for more comforting words.
May God Bless you and give you strength.
GEORGE HERDJE
August 10, 2006
MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AT THIS TIME OF NEED. A MASS FOR YOUR FAMILY WILL BE SAID AT MY PARISH ON DEC 10. GOD BLESS YOU IN THIS MOMENT OF NEED>
Karl Lonieski
August 10, 2006
Dan,
I am at a total loss for words, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers....I am so terribly sorry.
Kelly & Barry Kanzler
August 8, 2006
Our family is so very sorry for this unexplainable loss of your beloved family:(:(:(. Life seems so very unfair during this tragic time......and we can only look UP TO GOD for strength to carry on......You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
ANN COSTIGAN
August 7, 2006
Dear Danny, We were so sorry to hear about your deep loss. Words cannot express how we feel. Love and prayers. The Costigan Family Madison Ave. Oceanside, NY
Jean Saucier
August 7, 2006
Dear Mr. Lindner,
We do not know you but read about your tragedy and just want to express our deepest sympathies. May deep prayer and thoughts of your family comfort you in the days ahead.
-Jean, Brian & Jacob Saucier, Naperville, IL
ANN MARIE SARGEANT
August 7, 2006
Dan,
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you .
ORLANDO SARGEANT
August 7, 2006
May God give you the strength and courage to carry on as your mourn the loss of the family . Cherish their love and memories .
Karen (Brewster) Guyer
August 7, 2006
So many of us here in Ohio grieve with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, today and for the days ahead. Angie was a classmate and friend from kindergarten on. I will always remember her smile and happy voice. I pray for strength and comfort for you, until you are reunited with your beautiful family.
Gerald Bernson
August 7, 2006
Dan, My family offers are prayers and condolences for you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
Gari (Hall) Healy
August 7, 2006
Dan,
I am sorry for your loss. Angie was one of the nicest people I have ever had the good fortune to meet. I am blessed to have called her friend.
Rod Ragazzo
August 6, 2006
Dan: There is no right time or way for those one loves to die- life can be very unfair and cruel leaving one to eternally scream out-WHY?!!!
No one can begin to understand how deeply you ache at this time ,but I wish I could be there physically to empathize with you, buddy. You know I walked in on my 5 y.o. daughter and she was crying at a movie on t.v and I began to cry myself when I heard the words come from the t.v "As long as someone touches your heart, they will ALWAYS be with you - I thought about you then,and that precious family of yours...
You're in my prayers my friend; I'm here for you if you need me...
I am so deeply sorry,Dan.
Kim Webb
August 6, 2006
Dan:
My thoughts and prayers have been with you since I heard this most tragic news.
I know Angie and the boys were your life and they all loved you dearly. Just as you loved them. They will always be together watching over you.
Being a part of your first meeting and seeing the love you shared even from the beginning is something that some people never experience.
I hope in time you gain strength knowing how happy and content Angie, Danny and Aidan were because of you.
Your friends at NWA and family are here for you and only a phone call away. I love you dearly and hold you close in my prayers.
Ernest (Tex) Williams
August 6, 2006
Dan,
I wanted you to know that when I heard about the death of your family I was so saddened.You must be numb with shock and immense pain?
Please don't be afraid to ask for help.There's free conseling services and bereavement groups out there who understand better that enyone and are more than ready with open arms to help you during this time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
May God,give you the strenght that you need.
Your Amigo
Tex Williams.
Leann (Harp) Wilcox
August 6, 2006
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in knowing that Angie, Danny and Aidan are resting comfortably in God's arms.
Mark Cerkovnik
August 6, 2006
My dear friend, words and thoughts could never express the sorrow I feel for you. May the Lord hold you close to his heart, as he did with me, and give you the wisdom to continue
Sandy
August 6, 2006
Mr Linder and Family
I am sooo sorry for the tragic loss you have indured..I dont know what to say I could not imagine what you are going thru... May god be with you and may you find peace.. I am soo sorry and just keep crying for you and your family. God bless
pat groce
August 5, 2006
Dear Dan: I did not know you saw you in pasing between the ramp and cargo..My heart is broken by your loss...May you have the strength to wish them well and tell them to leave this plane and wait for you on the otherside..All my love and prayers Pat and Spencer Groce
August 5, 2006
May God give you the strength to carry one. Cherish the love of your family and Fear Not -God will show you the way!
Ray LeBlanc
August 5, 2006
Dan,
I know your pain is very deep. I know this will not pass anytime soon. I never got the opportunity to meet Angie nor the boys but you have always spoken of them with such high regard and with so much pride.
Please let me know if there is anyting I can do to help. If you ever want someone to talk to, someone to scream at please know I want to be there for you.
I only hope that your memories of your family will help you to remember what time you had with them albeit very short was things you will treasure.
Your pain is there and your multitude of friends and colleagues want to help you.
Dan you know we love you and will do anything for you.
Anna Edwards
August 5, 2006
Dan and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Angie and the boys will always be in our hearts. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Mark Anna and Peter Edwards
Rich Sells
August 5, 2006
Dan,
My thoughts are constantly with you and all of your NW family is there for you.
Rich
Tom and Peggy Pippenger
August 5, 2006
I came across this news when I was online looking up my husbands family yearly reunion in Elkhart, IN area. My husband worked for the City of Naperville, and we lived in Romeoville, IL. So many people are touched by this. I wish we could all be there to hug everyone, the Tom Pippenger Family [email protected] Just to read about this takes your breath away. We're writing from a small town in Northern MN, Cohasset
Mike & Debbie Petroski
August 5, 2006
We have read your obituary in the newspaper and was devastated by your loss. Please accept our deepest and most sincere condolences. Don't worry, God is with your beloved wife and loving sons.
Kathryn & Randy Marzano
August 5, 2006
I read about your terrible loss of your wife,boys and mother in law, our hearts and prayers go out to you Mr. Linder and the Mellar family.
Earl McGee
August 5, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
linda jarrett
August 5, 2006
I wanted to say after reading the newspaper about your wife and kids i was sadden about it. I dont know your family but live in the town next to yours, and your in my prayers.
August 5, 2006
I did not know your family. Heard of the accident on TV. My heartfelt prayers and thoughts go out to you at this most sad time. To lose someone is hard. To lose a family is just devistating. I will remember you in my prayers daily and hope that in time God will ease your sorrow.
Judi
August 5, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Chris Neilsen
August 5, 2006
Dear Mr. Linder and family,
You do not know me but I will be lifting you up to the Lord in prayer. I cannot fathom the pain you will suffer emotionally from all of this but I pray that God's grace be sufficient for you. The Neilsen family is so sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathies.
Love in Christ,
The Neilsen's
Linda Bleise
August 5, 2006
This is absolutely the worst pain anyone could imagine to endure in a lifetime. My expressions of heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire family, especially dear father, husband and son in law. You now have many angels watching over you. If it is any peace at all, they are all together and in no pain. It is us on earth that feels that pain forever. I hope somehow your family gets through this rough time and know that many many people are praying for you. I have never met any of you and your story brought tears to my eyes. May God help you through this somehow.
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