| Location | Leighton Buzzard/leicester |
| Age | 15 years |
| Cause of Death | Not Listed? |
| Date of Birth | 29/08/1990 |
| Date of Death | 06/10/2005 |
| Visitors | 504 since 26/06/2009 |
| Creator |
On October 6th 2005 I got a phone call from my dad. His tone was serious and I immediately knew
something was wrong. He spoke to my mum first, who answered the phone.
Her face had an expression of utter shock. She silently passed me the phone and I nervously listened
as my dad told me that my 15 year old cousin had died.
I felt numb and my face drained of colour. When I finished the phone call, the news wouldn’t sink
in. Dan and I were born five months apart and he’d lived in the same street as me for almost ten
years.
I took the dog for a walk in silence and when I got back I went to sleep. I didn’t cry properly
until the funeral but inside I was in pieces.
When my Auntie told me about CRY I visited the website and spoke to CRY via email. Reading about how
other people had dealt with their losses helped me as I knew that I was not alone in what I was
going through.
I know that with the help of the public, CRY can help other families in the UK by diagnosing heart
conditions and helping people get through difficult times after the loss of a loved one. Even if it
saves one life, it will have been worth it.
For My Loved Ones
I stood by your bed last night;
I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying you found it hard to sleep.
I spoke to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
'It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here.'
I was close to you at breakfast,
I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached to me.
I was with you at the shops today; your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.
I was with you at my grave today; you tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I'm not lying there.
I flew with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently landed on you; I smiled and said, 'it's me.'
You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair. I tried so hard to let you know, that I was there.
It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, 'I never went away.'
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.
The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning and say 'good-night, God bless, I'll see you in the morning.'
And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll fly across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.
I have so many things to show you,
there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out...
then come home to be with me. (By Anon)
A Letter From Heaven
To my dearest family, some things I would like to say. But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this letter 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 am 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, your 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 days 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, 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, If I were to tell you, you would not understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over. I am 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 step at a time. It was always my philosophy and I would 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 was 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 them 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. By Anon xx Sent With Love xx
My sweet nephew
It might seem odd to describe a 15 year old boy as sweet - but really, that's exactly what Daniel was. He spent lots of time with me and my son Ryan & my daughter Millie when he was small. He grew up to be a happy, considerate, charming young man, with lots of friends and was part of a great family with his mum, step-dad & little sister Trinity.
Hearing that Dan had died so suddenly from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome was truly one of the most shocking, sad, and unreal experiences of my life.
To lose him so young is tragic, but whenever I see a photo of Dan it makes me smile.I remember times when he and Millie were obsessed by one Disney film or another and would spend days communicating as Simba & Nala,or being 'Bambi'! Such happy, precious memories.
There's one more angel in Heaven and our loss is Heaven's gain.
You Will Be Missed Forever
Dan,
Remembering all those fun times that I'm going to miss so badly makes me sad... To know I'll never hear you laugh again. I'd do anything just to be able to go to your house - where I've got so many great memories - and for you to be there. We grew up together, living only a few houses away from each other for such a long time. I still think about you everyday. I miss you, Dan.
All my love, Millie xxxx
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