Dana W. Holmes

My deepest regrets to Dana's family. I know that he was a loving husband and father who will be sorely missed by Rachel, Josh and Samantha. We are thinking of you and keeping you daily in our prayers that God's grace will sustain you and that you will find hope in this dark hour of need. Dana was a true friend who was loved and will be missed by many, many people.

Dear Rachael, Josh and Samantha. So sorry for your loss. We are keeping you all in our prayers. I can only imagine the Angel’s reaction when they see Dana’s grin. God bless!

Dana- Our prayers go out to you Rachael and family. He is with the lord now, but always in your heart will he remain.God be with you and your family now and always.Dana is in the arms of an angel.God Bless.

Dana was a great father and an amazing person. He was funny, and dedicated to his wife, and two children Josh and Samantha. I only knew him for a short time, and I will miss seeing him whenever I go to Josh's house. You were a good man, Dana. God bless you and your family.

~Todd Mazzotta
Friend of Josh's

Dana, you were more then a brother-in-law to me, you were a great friend.I truly miss you but am grateful to have had you in my life.

~May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus...-Romans 5:15~

We are so sorry to hear of Dana's passing. I am Tyson Cooper's cousin and we knew Dana through him. Dianne and I would like you to know that we are thinking of you and have you in our thoughts and prayers. Although I only met Dana a few times, Tyson respected Dana and often spoke of him and the work they did together. I also know that Dana did much to help Tyson and our family will always remember Dana as the leader and mentor he was. We live near Atlanta, GA. and are not able to travel to attend the service. Once again, we will have you in our thoughts and prayers.

I'm speechless & cannot believe what I had heard. I spoke with Dana several times and Dana saved my butt numerous times. His computer stories were comical. When I called I knew I would have to have my drink by my side and sitting in a comfortable chair as a moment of his time stretched to good stories, a lesson in computers and logic of people.

Last we spoke he was boarding up for the tornado, he was so funny, so positive. Me being a pessimist at heart he would eventually have me smiling. Discussion of computer viruses and repairs were an education yet never condescending or rushed. His mention of his wife and children was with much pride and enjoyment. Wow a really really nice and sincere guy. A real hero without the ego.

There is no logic here, no words just shock and numbness. To his loving wife and children, I am sorry. I am grateful and richer for having knowing Dana. May our Heavenly Father hold you tight and bring you all some peace.

Rachel,
I was so shocked to hear of your husband's passing. Please know
that my prayers are with you during this difficult time. I pray
that you will experience the peace of God and that you will surround
yourself with people that love you. I know the strength that comes
from God will provide everything that you need now.
My sincerest condolences.
Brent Clark

We are so so sorry to hear of Dana's passing we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
in Christian Love Jule and Sue Martin

I lost my wonderful boy. May his soul reside peacefully in heaven.

His Dad

Rachel,

Marjie and I were shocked to hear this news. Losing your grandmother Louisa and now your husband Dana, both within 24 hours. Please accept our deepest sympathy in your losses. I cannot even begin to imagine the grief you must be feeling. Louisa was a wonderful lady. Your hubby was a great guy and a lot of fun. I always enjoyed talking to both of them at the family picnics. We will always remember them. You and your family are in our prayers.

Charles & Marjie Kerchner
Emmaus PA

Rachel,

Marjie and I were shocked to hear this news. Losing your grandmother Louisa and now your husband Dana, both within 24 hours. Please accept our deepest sympathy in your losses. I cannot even begin to imagine the grief you must be feeling. Louisa was a wonderful lady. Your hubby was a great guy and a lot of fun. I always enjoyed talking to both of them at the family picnics. We will always remember them. You and your family are in our prayers.

Charles & Marjie Kerchner
Emmaus PA

Dear Rachel, Josh and Samantha,

I have talked to Dana so many times about many things. He built my computer and has helped me time after time when things would go wrong. He was so much fun to be around, always jabbering and smiling and seemed so happy. I loved your visits each summer, cooking, shooting guns, laughing, sitting on the porch talking away, and always watching Dana asking Shelby to do his tricks. I am thankful for the good times - times I will always remember.

I am sorry about your Grandmother. So much happening too fast.

Perhaps the stars are openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.

Remember that we love and care about you. True love lasts forever. We are praying for you daily.

We will always remember the good times we had. I guess that we'll eventually get passed this, but it won't be easy. We think of you every moment.

I am shocked and deeply saddened to think that Dana is no longer alive. We were friends years ago, and I have never forgotten him and will never forget him. He was a great guy. My heart goes out to Rachel and Josh and Samantha.

Rachel, Josh and Samantha No words can describe how I feel right now. Can not believe that Dana is gone. He will be missed by all. He was a great husband, father and twice removed cousin. My prayers go out to you all.

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am praying for you all daily. And I hope you know there are many people who care and I hope our thoughts and prayers somehow reach you and give you a source of peace and comfort. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Take Care and God Bless!

Heavenly Father,Bless Dana on this new adventure that has begun for him.I will remember him as a quiet,serious,curious,intelligent and loving soul.Blessed be the loved ones left behind who are feeling the pain and loss of Dana.
We didn't know each other very much but I still considered Dana as a brother whom I knew from birth until he was eight years old and I left home.
Prayers to all the family and friends who loved him and miss him.
Dedria Moore

We are so sorry to hear of Dana's sudden passing. We are grieving a loss of a true family man and good friend. We remember Dana, Rachael and Samantha coming to visit Josh at Camp Horseshoe. Josh was always so excited to see his family and would talk about it all week. Josh spoke so highly of his dad. We will miss his wit and helpful nature. Ken and Donna Martin

My dad was also my best friend. He was not always funny, but I guess I should give him credit for his puns. (They were pun-ny!) Now I look back at all the times I thought he was annoying, but I laugh at how short-tempered I was. I loved him so much, and he touched the lives of many others, too. He was there for me, even when I didn't know it. Getting me up in the morning, picking me up from the bus stop, and a whole lot of other things that mean so much now, but didn't before. I miss and love my dad.

I'm really sorry for everything. I only wish I could have talked to you before you passed away. You've definitely been a huge influence in my life and I think about you all the time. I won't ever forget you, nothing will ever be the same.

I can honestly say that Dana was the most unique friend I have ever had...

We shared so many common interests and pursued them with all the vigor life would allow!
Most of my fondest memories in life, seem to have an affiliation with Dana close at hand!
If it was something you light with a match, a roller coaster, a piece of outstanding music, a movie that moves the soul, a piece of finely grilled meat or a simple good tasting beer...then you can bet Dana had sampled it... and was ready to share it with his friends!

You are extremely missed but never forgotten...

I pray you have sailed directly into the arms of the Father!

My sincere condolences to Rachel, Josh and Samantha Now is your time to be strong and trust in God!

Dear baby brother,
I love you. I hope hope that Cora (and all the other critters that you loved)were waiting at the rainbow bridge for you.

RainbowBridge.com

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

Love to you Anna Darice

Dear Rachel, Josh and Samantha, Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. I know how close all of you were from Susan and working with you Rachel. May God keep his loving arms around you all. Linda

I am so sorry to hear of Dana's passing. Dana was such a smart man. I used to ask him to please explain my computer problems in "NORMAL" words. He was always so personable, reliable, and dependable. My deepest sympathy to his family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Brigitte

Rachel, Though I only knew your family (and your bouncing, tail-wagging dog) from passing in and out of your house with my computer countless times, I know you just a little because Dana always included you all as we talked and he worked and shared stories and smiled or laughed or worried over you all depending on the week. I had just stopped in a few days before and was shocked when I called back to hear he had had a heart attack. He was absolutely filled with loving life even when he was worried. I just wanted to let you know, that even from my brief visits, it was absolutely clear how very much he loved you, loved sharing life with you and the kids, July 4th fireworks, family visits. He was bright, generous, a wonderful techie and a godsend to me with his computer know-how. I am so very sorry.

I never met Dana, but always knew was a good-hearted person. I appreciated the stories he told - from the computer geek logic we shared - to the goofy jokes - the quality time he was so happy to share with his wife & kids. I always felt that Dana lived with a perpetual smile on his face. Roller coasters, fireworks, the family outings - it was all special to him. He was blessed & he knew it. I hope your happy memories of the time you shared with Dana will overtake the loss you must feel right now.