Dana was such a gem of a human. Her wit, humor, kindness, and empathy were such a rare and beautiful combination. I feel so inspired and grateful to have known and loved her.
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I Rebecca Smith will like too send my condolences to the Hunter family, may God keep you all in his hands at this time 🙏 my prayers and love is with you all.
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I was heartbroken when I heard the news of Dana's passing. I just wanted to share a message I wrote to her colleagues at Hill this week:
Dana was one of the first people I met on the road as a fresh, young admissions officer out of college. I remember vividly, her, Erika Prahl, and Nisa Bryant at the NJ Seeds Fair. They all, particularly, Dana and Erika, took me under their wings as a young black professional trying to just figure it out. This was more than 15 years ago, and the love and support Dana has given me since then is matched by very few in this space, and in my life.
What gives me some semblance of peace, at this moment, is being able to spend time with her this past April. I make it a point to keep up with my loved ones, especially being so far away, yet few have brought as many smiles in reconnecting than Dana. I can only imagine the impact she's made on others and, more importantly, on those she's been closest to. She will be sincerely missed.
My heart goes out to Dana's family and friends, and hope you take comfort in the fact she has broken the shackles of this Earthly realm, and that her spirit will live on.
Idris McClain
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We got each other from day 1. You remember where we were. Thank you for listening and caring. In the spirit of us:
A magnetic vibe
From that first conversation
A bond built to last
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Dana left her mark on this community and this world. Simply said, she was magnetic. I remember meeting her in my first week at Hill in 2002 and thinking “wow, what a spirit”. One felt excited to be in her company. Whether she was engaged in mentorship or gabbing with the girls, Dana stood out and kept to the task of always finding the positive. Her laugh was infectious and her fashion predictable — always a consistent vision in Lilly Pulitzer. Reading these comments, she was a diamond in a sea of pearls. May we all shine brighter because of Dana’s impact on our lives.
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Allains will never forget our early years with Dana when the three of us were often the last on the dance floor at Hill faculty parties and Dana's amazing ability to know every word of every song. Know she is dancing again in heaven!
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I will remember our fantastic chats at the Pourhouse and Dana's keen wit. Nothing got past her! She was dedicated to Hill and dedicated to making the world a better place.
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Thank you for sharing your love of Hill with my children, and especially for being Maria’s mentor during her time at Hill, as her adviser. You will be greatly missed ❤️
With deepest condolences,
The Catalano & Halvey Family (Frankie ‘24, Maria ‘26)
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TJ’s
One of our many many many quizzo nights where Dana and Frank always got all of our points for the win!! Oh how you will be missed my dear friend!!
— with
Frank,
Meliss,
Kate
and Dane
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My sympathies to Dana's family and all within her orbit. She was a truly warm and wonderful person and I remember very fondly our coffee chats when she came to visit NYC in the late 2000s. Sending love to all.
Kris
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Dana will always be remembered for her bright sunshine she brought to every occasion and for her great sense of humor. She always made us laugh, and she will certainly be missed. Our deepest sympathies to her family.
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Old Saybrook, CT, USA
Dana always said we cleaned up well post college; she wore bright colors the best!
— with
Lesley, Fisher, Kellie, Dana
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1998, Amherst College, Amherst, MA, USA
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Dana, known to many at Hill as PH, made such an impact on my life, and so many others. She was truly like a parent to me. Conversations with her always flowed- two chatterboxes together was dangerous for my studies at times, in the best way. Whether it was deep chats about life or gossip, I always lit up when I heard the whir of her chair coming down the hall. I called her a little over a week ago and instinctively said “bye, babe” when I hung up. I texted her “sorry I called you babe, whoops” and she responded “just don’t call me Shirley.” She brought light and laughter into every situation. I wrote down three pieces of advice she gave me on that call, not knowing they’d be the last I’d hear from her: first, life is like the wizard of oz- you have everything you need all along. Second, it’s okay to unchoose your choices, and third- just keep swimming. As hard as it will be, I will heed her advice, and keep on keeping on. I miss you momma PH, and I thank you for everything you did for me. May you rest easy.
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