In Loving Memory
Dana ReavesPalm Beach Gardens, FL Parents: Siblings: Click here to view photo gallery |
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God has chosen for me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I've now found peace at the end of day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joys.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
Oh yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
Look for the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all to brief;
Don't lengthen your pain with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and peace to thee,
God wanted me now-He set me free
Gone but never, ever forgotten!
Dana is survived by his girlfriend Patricia Smith and their son Dana Glenn Reaves III. His parents, his grandmother, his siblings, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.
Candles
Words I don't need to say because what I needed to say was said. My emotions don't need anyone else's definition because our emotions were defined by us. No introductions needed because if they truly knew you they knew me. Everyone says gone but not forgotten, I say you are here where you have always been in my heart and soul. I can see your smile, I can remember your movements, but I wish to hear you call my name. Just letting the world hear my thoughts that I have everyday because today they are remembering and honoring you. (A penny for your thoughts) |
Missing you |
Hi Dana, if you can hear me I miss you very much. I know my father - your grandfather is holding your hand every step of the way. I know I will see you again and I will give you a great big hug and a kiss when I see you. Love you very much. Aunt Renee
Rest in peace daddy and dana. |
You are still greatly missed and loved by many Dana. In our thoughts, prayers and hearts always and forever... Love always. |
I am glad I came across this inspirational poem. It means alot to me since I lost my nephew, who overdosed on heroin at 18yrs old. I am hurting but reading this it made me realize he is happy where he is and not suffering anymore. Thank you, a God be with you all. |
Dana,
The absolute best friend anyone could ever have. Always there for you. A positive person in a world of so much negativity. Love and miss u forever, D. |
– From Anonymous on October 25, 2011 |
Dana
It is so weird that i have been sitting home having all these memories and thoughts for the last week about you and not even realizing what month I am in. I guess you will always be in my mind and heart and i will always miss you. You were a very caring person and are truly missed. Love always |
Thinking of you today babe, I wish you were here. Love you with all my heart xoxo |
a friend ,a father and much more you will be missed
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a friend ,a good person a grate father rest in peace child |
I just can not believe its been a year already. Although tomorrow is actually the 24,today is one year from the Saturday that I found out I woukd never get to see you alive again. I miss you soo soo much Dana.Our son misses his daddy...I hope you are at peace. I love you with all of my heart. |
"You have my heart, and we'll never be world apart..." Rhianna
I'm thinking of you baby today and always...I miss you so much.. xoxox |
Our baby boy started school today, I wish you were here for these special moments in his life...it is so incredibly hard without you. I love you forever and miss you so much everyday. Im thinking of you babe today, tomorrow and 4ever I cant believe its 10 months already..people say as time goes on things are suppose to get easier but for me they seem to be getting harder...the realization that you are never coming back is setting in and as the days go on I feel like our son forgets you more and more. I try to remind him of you everyday..it absolutely kills me.
I hope you are at peace in the arms of the angels. |
Missing you babe.... |
Dana, I had the pleasure of knowing you and seeing you everyday from age 11-18... you were always so sweet. I am glad we ran into each other a few years back right before you moved to FL... we were able to catch up for a little while. I am so sorry that you had to battle this horrible disease. Your memory will live on through Trish, Dana, and the rest of your family and friends. Rest in peace Dana <3 |
I remember when we first met, we were the best of friends before anything else. I dedicated a song to you back then that I feel I really have stuck to. That song was "Umbrella" by Rhianna
...When the sun shines, we'll shine together,
Told you I'll be here forever,
Said I'll always be a friend
Took an oath, I'ma stick it out till the end.
Now that it's raining more than ever,
Know that we'll still have each other,
You can stand under my umbrella
You can stand under my umbrella.
I love you with all my heart and soul and I miss you more then anything!
As Rhianna says in the song,"You have my heart and we'll never be worlds apart..." You'll always be a part of me. I'm so sorry you lost your fight to this horrible disease, its a battle I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy.You were cheated out of a beautiful life with our son and I. I promise I will hold my head high and walk forward.Life must go on until it is my time to go, For I have someone that needs me more then ever.You would want be to be strong for Our Son, Dana III..every time I look in his eyes I see you.Rest In Peace Babe, I love you!
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The hardest part of coping with your death is that no matter how hard I cry there is no bringing you back, and the world doesn't stop. Grasping the reality of life and death is very complex yet so simple. Puffy said it best when he said "I'd give anything to here half your breath." That couldn't be more true. All we have now are memories of the great times that we shared and cherish them forever. I love you and miss you very much. |
I want to apologize to you for taking our lives for granted. No words that can be said or written that can bring back the void in the lives that is left by your passing. I should have been a better friend to you in helping you fight harder against this terrible addition. That burden will live with me forever. I am sorry form the bottom of my heart and I pray for your family everyday. Ilove you and miss you. |
I wish for Trish to heal from this and be a light unto others. |
– From gail on July 17, 2010 |
May your memory live on with you love ones and Peace be with them always!! |
May your beautiful memory live on. RIP |
I want to apologize to you for neglecting our friendship and life. We all thought that we were inferior to that lifestyle and took everything for granted. Because of that you had to pay the ultimate price with your life. All the words that I write will never bring you back and a day does not go by that I wish I could turn back the hands of time to fight harder for your life. I am truly sorry that I did not. I love you with all my heart and I hope that you know that. |
My prayers are with you |
Losing Dana was a horrible loss!! knowing him brought a smile to your face!! i will never forget the talks we had on the front porch...He is missed everyday! |
Dana, you were like a brother to me, an amazing addition to my family! You were always there to pick me up when I needed it and always made everyone smile when you smiled!!! Your memory will forever live on through your brothers, parents, Trish, all your family and friends, and especially through your amazing son! You woll mever be forgotten.I love you and miss you ! |
Dana, you were like a brother to me, an amazing addition to my family! You were always there to pick me up when I needed it and always made everyone smile when you smiled!!! Your memory will forever live on through your brothers, parents, Trish, all your family and friends, and especially through your amazing son! You woll mever be forgotten.I love you and miss you ! |
I didn't really know Dana but I know he enjoyed his life with Trish and his lil man. I know he is loved by many and will never be forgotten. It's a shame the things addiction can let us leave behind. To Trish and Jr. u r in my prayers. |
R.I.P.... |
You are missed Dana!!!!!!!! Rest In Peace!!!
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It is a long fought war. |
I didn't know Dana and I don't know the pain of losing someone to addiction...BUT I have empathy and compassion for all those he "left behind". Keep memories in your heart, instead of grief. I'm sure he wouldn't want it any other way:) |
We love you & miss you Dana!!! |
Im here for you... Always. and whenever. |
– From Wheezy on July 15, 2010 |
Dana your death was very sudden,and nobody seen it comeing. Addiction is a very bad disease and it over took your life.As you look down from heaven over Trish and lil Dana, I want you to know that Trish is doing the best job in the world raising lil Dana,and he is being taken care of.We had some fun times. REST IN PEACE |
Dana just thinking of your smile makes me smile...You lit up a room everytime you entered;) You were always an amazing friend to everyone. I am proud to say that I was your friend. You touched the hearts of so many people in so many different ways...You may have been taken too soon but you will never be forgotten. You left behind a wonderful little boy, who shares the same great big smile as his daddy;)He is blessed to have such a wonderful mother. I know you are so proud of how well Trish is raising him. She is a strong woman and I am happy to have met and become great friends with her. We miss you Dana;) |
– From Trish Smith on July 14, 2010 |
You were such a smart and talented young man and a great dad. We had some fun times. You will be greatly missed. <3kelley |
I will miss you and hold you tight in my heart as long as mine beats so will yours. |
Dana, u were my best friend & brother. We lived life to the fullest. U always were there for me good & bad. I miss u & I love u more than anythang. U have a beautiful son who is being raised by a great mother, Trish. I know ur looking down on them & one day we will all see eachother again. |
Dana u were an amazing person, not only were u my friend, but u were like a brother to me. We shared alot of great memories that I will savour forever. I love u & miss u very much & u will always be in my heart. |
Dana was an amazing person, he was not only a best friend to me, but like a brother. We shared many great memories that will never be forgotten. I love u Dana & miss u very much & u will always be a part of me & in my heart. |
Dana Glenn Dana Glenn Reaves Jr., 31, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday,Oct. 24, 2009, in Palm Beach Gardens, FL., Dana, known to many as "D.J.," was born in Hartford, on Aug. 26, 1978 to Cynthia and Dana Reaves Sr. He lived in Rocky Hill most of his life, where he attended school. Dana was a passionate person whose many talents included basketball, drawing, and writing. He was an avid sports fan, who especially loved his THRDana Glenn Reaves Jr. | Visit Guest Book
REAVES Jr., Dana Glenn Dana Glenn Reaves Jr., 31, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday (Oct. 24, 2009) in Palm Beach Gardens, FL., where he resided for the past 3 years. Dana, affectionately known to many as "D.J.," was born in Hartford, on Aug. 26, 1978 to Cynthia and Dana Reaves Sr. He lived in Rocky Hill most of his life, where he attended school. Dana was a passionate person whose many talents included basketball, drawing, and poetry. He was an avid sports fan, who especially loved The New York GIANTS. He also had a passion for basketball. In life, Dana was a very sweet and exceptionally affectionate person who was a devoted father,companion, son, brother, and friend. He will tell you that his greatest accomplishment was becoming a Father. Dana is survived by his girlfriend Patricia Smith and their son Dana Glenn Reaves III, his grandmother Beverly Reaves; his mother and father; his borthers, David and Joshua Reaves; his sister, Malaika Briles and her husband,many neices and nephews, Aunts and Uncles, cousins and life long friends.He will be missed |
Dana Glenn Reaves Jr., 31, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday,Oct. 24, 2009, in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Dana, known to many as "D.J.," was born in Hartford, on Aug. 26, 1978 to Cynthia and Dana Reaves Sr. He lived in Rocky Hill most of his life, where he attended school. Dana was a passionate person whose many talents included basketball, drawing, and writing. He was an avid sports fan, who especially loved The New York GIANTS. He also had a passion for basketball. In life, Dana was a very sweet and exceptionally affectionate person who was a devoted father,companion, son, brother, and friend. He will tell you that his greatest accomplishment was becoming a Daddy. Dana is survived by his girlfriend Patricia Smith and their son Dana Glenn Reaves III, his grandmother Beverly Reaves; his mother and father; his borthers, David and Joshua Reaves; his sister, Malaika Briles and her husband,many neices and nephews, Aunts and Uncles, cousins and life long friends.He will be missed. |
Not a day goes by that you are not in my heart and on my mind.I miss you so much.Dana misses his daddy. I promise to always be the best parent I can,
I'll make sure our son is always taken care of. I love you with all my heart! You took a part of me with you the day god took you home.Until the day we meet again, Rest In Peace my love. |
– From Anonymous on July 13, 2010 |