Daniel's Tributes

ANGEL

Occasionally, we are graced with the presence of an earth
bound angel. They are unable to stay with us for long, but
while they do, they bring unprecedented joy and happiness to
all they touch. While they are here, we bask in their goodness
and marvel at their contribution to the world. When they
leave, we are left with the devastation that comes with losing
such a wonderful being... but we must remember... the earth
bound angels are not ours to keep. They are ours to enjoy,
learn from, and behold until they return home.

~Author Unknown~

Bev Gough (Family Friend) 12 hours ago

Hey Dan, well this time of year is back again and its hard for your family, People who have not suffered like your family are suffering, go about this time of year in oblivion to the reality and the pain that life can cause us. The pain of you going home at such a young age Dan as changed your family in a way that no one who has never lost a child could ever understand. Whilst everyone is stressing and looking forward to the coming season, well it doesnt mean anything to your family anymore and tho you will love christmas Dan, the memories will be extremely painful for them. Please bring them some comfort Dan, let them know you understand and that your right there with them helping them through this hard time, a time when families should be together enjoying the qaulity time of each others company. I know that your a great guy and that there is much love for you here on earth that will help keep you close to your lovely family, I know that you will love your mum, dad and Nat more now than you ever thought you possibly could, They need to know this Dan, they need something from you, especialy your mum, to bring them comfort and a small smile to their face, that would just be their best christmas present this year. Please come through for your mum, you know when, please Dan, give her something to feel positive about and believe, she struggles whilst your dad accepts that your around and he will see you again one day, Mum just needs more from you, I know you can do this for her, I know you love and guide them stay close to them all the time, Your mum needs to know this too. Natalie will feel lost this time of year, give her a big hug so that she feels you close Dan, Its a small thing to ask of you, but a major thing for those who love you and are struggling to deal with it all.
Always in my thoughts Dan, I hope you dont mind me nagging at you, I know your a lad, and will be doing what lads do, I know you have not forgotten your family, never will, but just make an extra special effort to help them as my Naomi does us. I do hope your friends that would be awesome. XXXX

Bev Gough (Family Friend) 3 weeks ago

♥TIME♥

I thought that time was healing
All the hurt you left behind
That empty spaces could be filled
My arms, my heart, my mind.

And though my body looks the same
As it did when you were here
The emptiness is growing
Even bigger with each tear.

I thought that time was healing
All the agonizing pain
That as the tears were fading
Soon I wouldn't feel the same.

And though I can be smiling
And you think that I'll survive
The pain is in my blood now
I have nowhere else to hide.

I thought that time was healing
All the loss a mother feels
That now you live within my heart
I had you near me still.

But I need so much to touch you
To see you smile again
And those memories I'm told are mine
Can never feel the same.

I thought that time was healing
All the while the mask was worn
That underneath a new me
Was waiting to be born.

But now I find I am the mask
It helps to keep me safe
And though my heart is breaking
You won't see it in my face.

I thought that time was healing
All those tears my eyes have seen
That aching arms that miss you
Could be satisfied with dreams.

But here I am, in pain again
And healing stands alone
And mother weeps the world can see
For a son who can't come home♥

Bev Gough (Family Friend) September 20, 2009

♥ღ♥ Memories of The Heart ♥ღ♥

♥ღ♥ Feel no guilt in laughter
He knows how much you care
Feel no sorrow in a smile
That he's not here to share.

You cannot grieve forever
He would not want you to
He'd hope that you would carry on
The way you always do.

So talk about the good times
And the ways you showed you cared
The days you spent together
All the happiness you shared.

Let the memories surround you
A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture
A time, an hour, a day.

That brings him back as clearly
As though he were still here
And fills you with the feelings
That he is always near

For if you keep those memories
You will never be apart
And he will live forever
Locked safe within your heart ♥ღ♥
Author Unknown

Love always Jill xxx

Jill Ben'S Mum Xx (Family Friend) September 18, 2009

hi Dan
Hugs and kisses to you and your family today, always thinking about you,
Love Milly

Milly Gallanders August 29, 2009

daniel and family

thinking of you daniel and your loving family on this very sad day as i have over the last year , my love is sent to you and your mum Kim , dad alex, and big sister natalie. you are all very much in my thoughts always, god bless x x x x x

pamela riley

Pamela Riley August 29, 2009

daniel and family

thinking of you daniel and your loving family on this very sad day as i have over the last year , my love is sent to you and your mum Kim , dad alex, and big sister natalie. you are all very much in my thoughts always, god bless x x x x x

pamela riley

Pamela Riley August 29, 2009

Hi Daniel, at last Iv got on Iv been trying for weeks how strange now when it really counts that I get on., I know I didnt know you Dan but Im feeling your familys pain you know why more than any other reading this message. I know that they will be reliving this time last year all over again and the pain will be searing and hurt as much as it did th first time round Please understand Dan that whilst you have settled in your new life and are probably happy now your lovely family are left with the yearning aching and frustration, they cant help the tears its what we do when we lose someone has precious as you. Please please Dan, I know you left a message in your bedroom leave them another let them feel you cuddle them it will bring them so much comfort they need that contact to give them the strength to keep going, Life is so hard for your family and it wont ever change for them, you know how things will fare for them and when you will all be back together, they dont I think about you all the time and I do hope that you have settled and are happy, I hope that you have met Naomi and her friends, it would be great to know that your al together looking out for each other. Stay happy Dan, stay close to your grieving family who need to feel your love to get strength to keep going LOVE AND HUGS XXXXXXXXXXX
Kim Alex and Nat, hang on in there for Dan you are not alone, you will get strength from the support of all those missing Dan and thinking of you Im here for you anytime, XXXX

Bev Gough (Family Friend) August 28, 2009

Hello Daniel

Hello Daniel,

I cant believe that it has been one year since you went to your new home, seems like only yesterday.
Please visit your family and friends as they will need all the comfort they can get.
Give your mum a big hug as I know that she would love to feel you near her.
Hope your safe and enjoying yourself with Naomi.
All my love and thoughts to Kim and her family.

Love Emily xxx

Emily August 28, 2009

Daniel

Hey Dan
i cant believe its been almost a year. Im thinking of you but also your family. just been looking at your photos on here and on Natalies facebook- cant believe how quickly u and nat grew up into beautiful young people- makes me feel really old! Seriously seems like two minutes since u 2 were two little kids learning to dive. I remember babysitting for you 2 once when you had got them new scooter things and you were bombing round the house on them! it seems like a lifetime ago but then it also feels like no time at all.
I know i didnt know you when you were older but you look like you were such a popular lad- a real credit to your mum and dad. They must be so proud of you and of Natalie too.
Stay close to your mum and dad dan, you know what good people they r and i would give anything to get you back for them.
Im sure everybody has been thinking of you all year and especially at this time.
x
Kim , Alex and Nat :- i hope you are all ok, i am thinking about you all , u r all so brave. u didnt deserve to have to have gone through the past year.
take care all of u xxx

Claire Crowther August 27, 2009