We love you always, Daniel. 

These polaroid gems were taken at my wedding, and although I don't have the stories behind them, they are just more evidence of the loving, joyful, silly soul that is my cousin, Daniel. 

I sat in the Loo's backyard this past summer talking with Daniel as he was preparing to move to Seattle. What struck me was how articulate he was and on how interested he was in me and my job. That's unusual for someone that age. We had a wonderful conversation about his future plans. Such a deep thinker! All those years of growing up surrounded by older sisters helped shape him to be a caring, considerate person. 

May the fond memories of your cherished times with Daniel help sustain you in the years to come as you grieve the loss of a beautiful son and brother. My heart is breaking. Cathy, I'm here for you.

Broken hearted….

I loved that young talented Daniel.  Exceptional human. Guiding him on navigating his career launch was a true delight. So fortunate that our paths crossed, even just virtually for the shortest of time.

In my interactions with Daniel he was inquisitive, caring, and bright.  I admired the special connection he had with his family.  I hope anguish can be eased a bit knowing that Daniel felt so much love in his life.  He spoke often about his gratitude for the support of his family and friends.   May he Rest In Peace.

Dear Loo Family,

Thank you so much for sharing Daniel with us. I look back and remember field trips, Friday nights at the Lewis house, and Daniel drawing an alien saying “happy summer” each year at the back of my yearbooks in leu of signing his name. Daniel was the type of friend that made all of us want to be as kind, funny, creative & smart as he was. My heart aches for the Loo family and everyone who knew and loved Daniel.  All the love, 

- The Lewandowski Family 

Dear Cathy, Butch, Elena,Kara and Lauren, 

Our hearts are just broken. Daniel was one of our kids….and the brother Jackson always wanted.  Trying to think of what to write and the memories are so many….. mostly I remember hearing peals of sheer joy coming from the basement while playing video games. Made my heart smile then and now.  Sleepovers and pool parties and birthday celebrations and plain old hanging out…it was Daniel. Jackson lost a piece of his heart, as we all have. They were brothers from another mother. We cannot imagine your grief, but want you to know that we are here for all of you. Daniel will never be forgotten. May God envelop you at this, the darkest hour of your lives and give you some peace as you are together in his honor. All of our love.

The Lewis Family

TJ, Susie, Graci & Jackson