I remember going to Tower Records several times with Dan, during our lunch break, in between classes...
We played in Big Band together; and I played bass in his Quartet. Dan was always tuned into the most cutting edge modern jazz.
One particular day, he bought me a CD... little did I know that this album would change my life and my musical perspective, forever. It is my favorite modern jazz album, till this very day. Dave Holland: PRIME DIRECTIVELooking back, it was Dan who first introduced me to many contemporary modern musicians who I’d otherwise, might’ve overlooked.He touched my life in a positive.
I’m very saddened to hear of his passing.
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On the basis of what is written at John 5:25-29 about the future resurrection period on Earth;
I look forward to seeing you again, Dan; and playing good music together! 🎼What is written is true.Sincerely,
-Sam Rodriguez
Dan will always remain a dear friend. We are all better for having known him. I'm sorry for your loss he will be missed
Reading through all these messages makes it clear he was a very special man. You feel comfortable, confident and connected even after knowing him for a short time. It is obvious he has left his mark on everyone he has known. We will miss him. Blessings to you, the children and famiiy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
It was my pleasure to have known Dan this past year as his client. My deepest sympathies to those who loved him.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
To Daniel's beloved wife and family,Please accept our deepest sympathy for your tremendous loss. Dan will truly be missed
We will keep you & your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Jaclyn Saura,
My wife and I are so sorry for your loss. We cannot begin to comprehend what you and your family are going through at this moment.
Dan worked with us as our financial consultant since 2016. In all our years, Dan is the only financial consultant we ever felt comfortable working with. We found he him to be honest, trustworthy, and someone who genuinely cared about his clients. Certainly, these attributes were demonstrated each and every day in his family life. Dan often spoke about his children (for us, our grandkids) and his musical interests. To us, he was considered more of a friend than a consultant.
Lucy and I want to convey our most sincere condolences to you and your family. Dan was a wonderful person and will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Jackie , I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
To Dan’s family and friends: I am so sorry for the loss of our beloved Dan. He was truly a remarkable human being and a kind and gentle soul. I have so many fond memories of making music with Dan while he was a student at Columbia College Chicago. He has passed on from this life too soon and we will all miss him dearly. My heart goes out to his wife and children and may Dan rest in peace.
To the Family of Dan. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He was a great financial consultant of mine and I will miss him. Rest In Peace with God.
Wishing you and your family peace. May he rest with the angels and guide his family with love.
Jaclyn our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Dan was one of a kind he loved his family & friends, music & Golf. He will be truly missed by all.
Pat & Bill Rodriguez
Our deepest sympathy to you Jackie and your beautiful children and the entire family .... everyone will be in our prayers 🙏 Love Dave Mary and Michael
Dear Jaclyn Saura, My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I met Dan at College and we played music together so many times ever since. He was a great friend and a great musician. I always enjoyed playing music with him. The latest jam was done virtually a few months ago. We were looking forward to playing more music together. I am very sorry for your loss. We will miss him deeply.
Dear Mrs. Saura ( Nancy). So sorry to hear about your loss. Just heard from Gigi yesterday. My thoughts and prayers for your family and your son's( Dan ) family. Condolence .
I'm so sorry for your loss, Jackie...
Dan, you’re such a loving and optimistic person. Classy. Kind. I was crushed to hear you crossed so soon. I hope you warm the stage up for me on the other side. We’ll jam in due time. Love to you and your family.
Dear Mrs Saura, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Its hard to fathom the gravity of pain you and your family is going through.. But I can pray, that The Almighty gives you the utmost level of patience to ease this pain. Please accept my condolence and my love during this hard time. May God rest his soul in peace.
Benazir Abidi.
Dear Jackie and family: I am very sorry for your loss. Though words can do little to comfort you, I hope thoughts and prayers will help support you at this difficult time.
Dear Mrs. Saura and the family, My deepest condolence. You picked a great picture of Dan. Dan was a great guy with a big heart. I went to the school together . We played music together. I rarely spoke English while I was in school. Dan always tried to communicate with me and showed us how his kind "inclusion" gestures made me very comfortable. He will be missed.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
The Saura family, friends, colleagues ,
I met Dan in 2015 as he became my financial planner with my retirement fund. All this time, he became so much more for me. All of this was never my forte and the time he took with me to make sure I was comfortable and knew what was happening was above and beyond. He always answered my calls, talked me off ledges, gave me advice all with care and great patience. He spoke of his family to me and always asked about mine. I trusted him with my retirement money and had such peace of mind knowing he truly cared for me, and my goals . He will be missed by me and I’m sure his other clients as well. I am devastated for you all as he was too young and you all had so much more time to make memories. I wish you peace and comfort in those memories you have. Will pray you find comfort as you begin this journey of grief and healing. My love to you his family.
I am SO sorry for your loss. I first met Dan in in Park Ridge during the winter of 2018-2019 and immediately felt comfortable talking with him. Although Dan is 20 years my junior, I feel like I grew up with him. We had many long non-business conversations regarding family. It became obvious to me that family was his first priority which led me to trust Dan unlike anyone that I've known for such a short time. Dan was a good man. I'm sure that this family's loss is deeply painful. I will sincerely miss him also.
Sincere condolences to your family. We are shocked and saddened by this loss. He was too young and too much going to be taken so soon. Dan was such a nice person, anyone that crossed paths with him enjoyed meeting him. He spoke often about his family and was a genuine person. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Jackie and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. During this difficult time for your family, please know that others wish you strength and are praying for you and all of your family. He will forever be in your hearts.
Dear Mrs.Saura and Family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your Husband, Father, Son , and Brother. May the Lord comfort all your family through this difficult time . With my warm and sincerest thoughts , Nancy Velez.
Dear Jacky and family,
I am so so sorry for your loss. May God grant your husband the highest places in heaven. You and your kids are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you or help you with.
Lots of prayers and love.
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was too young for this to happen. I wish you strength at this time and hope that you can all get through this. I pray for you and your children. Again, I am so sorry and I will be there on Sunday, but wish I could do more. You are the best Jackie. We all love you very much at Dirksen School. Much love and sympathy, Colleen Cuisinier
I knew Dan through Kiwanis but we were also Pokémon go friends. We crossed paths often while he lived in PR. I enjoyed doing raids with Dan, he was a very serious player.
Juanita and I enjoyed the Christmas party at the office, to help in collecting toys for tots. He will be missed and we are truly sorry for your loss.
To Jaclyn, the kids and the entire Saura family… I am so incredibly saddened and heartbroken for your loss. I have got to know Dan very well over the last few years and considered him a friend. Dan has had such a positive impact on so many people’s lives, and I have had the pleasure of seeing it first-hand. Dan truly was a special person, and he will be missed. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest condolences to the entire Saura family. Dan was a great member of our DTC community, and even more so, a great friend. There was never a moment that he did not have a comment for a situation that would make people laugh, though not everyone would necessarily have his same type of humor. He always was quick to help others when they had questions, and his friendship and camaraderie will sorely be missed.
My deepest Condolences to the entire Saura family. One of my favorite memories of Dan was watching him shine when he was invited to do a student recording on espn sports center.
Jaclyn, Anthony, and Mia - We are so saddened to hear of this news. Deepest sympathies are sent to you and your family from Dan's Kiwanis brothers and sisters. Dan certainly knew how to love BIG. His Kiwanis involvement to help make the world a better place for children most certainly made a lasting imprint. We will miss his smile, open heart and can-do approach to life. Know that you can call on us at any time. Loving wishes to all of you.
Deepest Sympathy in this time of sorrow. In our hearts, prayers and thoughts. No words can reflect the grief.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.