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Saturday
13
February
Memorial Service
5:00 pm
Saturday, February 13, 2016
May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society
3800 East Genesee Street
Syracuse, New York, United States
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Mary Lou Schwinn posted a condolence
Saturday, March 5, 2016
I loved Dani's enthusiasm for life when I knew her in Cazenovia. She will be missed by her family I am sure.
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Kathleen Danley posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
I have been away from Cazenovia for quite some time now but I will never forget Dani's bright smile and incredible enthusiasm! She was always a delight to be around....
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Tim and Carrie Barth posted a condolence
Monday, February 15, 2016
We are so sad to hear of Dani's passing. Although, we only new her briefly, she made us feel as though we had known her our whole life. Our thoughts and prays are with the family in this difficult time.
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Deborah Hermann posted a condolence
Monday, February 15, 2016
Dear Jim and family,
I met Dani in the early 80's and she influenced my life in such a positive direction. She was such a bright light - always extending herself to others to make their lives so much better. A person like Dani only comes around once or twice in a person's lifetime - I'm so glad that she was a part of mine for a period of time. Her spirit will continue to shine in everyone that she touched throughout her life. I am sorry that I missed the Memorial Service. My love to all.
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Mary Beth LaVeck posted a condolence
Sunday, February 14, 2016
To Dani's family- Dani was one my inspirations, her passion and knowledge were shared with so many. I remember her fondly, and offer my deepest sympathies.
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Lisa Dolan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Dani changed my life. My heart hurts. Wishing her family peace.
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Cathleen Donegan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 11, 2016
I am an RN Coordinator at St. Joseph's Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. Dani is probably the main reason I am in a career that I have enjoyed for a number of years. In 1987 when Dani was starting as the Aerobic Director at Sundown (now Gold's Gym), I had just started teaching aerobic dance there in addition to my job as a Cardiac ICU RN at Crouse. We attended a week-long workshop at the Dewitt Sundown taught by Dani so that we could achieve local certification in April of that year; I have never enjoyed an educational opportunity more in my life! Many of the principles of kinesiology that Dani put forward I still remember and use to this day. She also started the NIA classes that I remember enjoying greatly.
As a result of my new-found love of exercise science inspired by Dani, I was offered a job in cardiac rehabilitation at St. Camillus and have been in this field ever since. I also continued to teach at Sundown/Gold's Gym for 19 years and achieved national certification as a personal trainer through ACE. Dani was just so encouraging and personable! Since that time I have encountered many people whose lives were touched and influenced by Dani.
What a tragedy that a woman whose whole life experience involved the mind/body connection and the use of movement for health would be affected by a disease that would rob her of the very movement that she inspired! Please know that Dani will never be forgotten; her spirit will truly live on.
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Joel Potash posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Dear Jim and joined families,
I will remember Dani/Mom as full of life and energy and with a winning smile. Always friendly to me. I will never forget her 50th birthday at Caz College--dance, dance, dance.
Thinking of you all, although I haven't seen some of you in decades.
Joel Potash
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Diane Chappell-Daly lit a candle
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
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Diane Chappell-Daly posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
So sorry to hear of Dani's passing. She was my original yoga and NIA teacher and I will treasure the time I spent with her - three hours on Wednesday nights while I was in law school - pure bliss. Her classes were truly a joy. She left many wonderful meories and the gifts she gave us will live on.
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Diane Cass posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
My sincerest condolences to your family. I have known Dani and Jim dating back to the early seventies when we were all very active in social justice issues. I lost track of them after they moved to the farm until about 10 years ago when I moved to the Town of Nelson. As as election inspector I would see her when she came in to vote. It was so nice to have the opportunity to get reacquainted and to catch up on the 40 plus years that have passed. I will always remember her for her gentle nature and her constant bright smile that could light up the whole room.
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Deborah Truex lit a candle
Sunday, February 7, 2016
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mary ann zeppetello posted a condolence
Sunday, February 7, 2016
Jim, children, grandchildren,sister
I am saddened to read of Dani's death. My thoughts are with you in your grief and also in remembrance of a life well lived for the art of family, community and dance.
I deeply regret that I am not able to be at the memorial service on Saturday as I am out of the country.
Please know that I will remember Dani's commitment to social justice, peace and the arts with a contribution to the Sanders campaign.
Peace,
mary ann
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Elly Rotheim posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2016
I met Dani at her Cazenovia Studio while training for my NIA White Belt. The hours spent in close proximity, gave me insight to her wisdom, kindness and peaceful manner. At the time, I was going through a difficult time, and her words and support helped tremendously. So sorry for your loss. But I am a better person for having known her.
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Lisa Siegenthaler posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2016
Laura and family-
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember so many wonderful days spent with Dani at the farm and doing yoga and NIA in the studio. She was one of the first people that taught me the importance of mind and body health. May she rest peacefully and may you all find comfort in this difficult time.
All my love-
Lisa
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John and Eva posted a condolence
Saturday, February 6, 2016
We hold you all so dearly and close to our hearts.
Love John and Eva
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Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
Dani was my yoga instructor for many years, as she was for so many others. My mother from the Netherlands visited one time and we took a lesson at the farm studio together - just before my mother was diagnosed with ALS. This past fall, I communicated several times with Dani by email about my mother's life and death with ALS - Dani was keen to hear the perspectives of another ALS patient. It was meaningful for me to share vignettes of my mother's fate with Dani, she looked it right in the eye. May she rest in peace....
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Ellen Theologes & Jordana La Rosa posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
Dear Tracey, Karen and your family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother. May her memory be eternal.
With our love
Ellen & Jordana
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Kiki Riposo White lit a candle
Friday, February 5, 2016
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Suzanne Harrington lit a candle
Friday, February 5, 2016
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Marolyn Wilson lit a candle
Friday, February 5, 2016
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barbara Gustern posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
So sorry to hear of the death of you lovely mother Karen. She must have been so courageous.
Thinking of you and your family.
Barbara Maier Gustern
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Lauren Felice posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
Tony, Laura, and families,
It is with great sadness to hear of Dani's passing. Your mom is now a legacy that many will remember and talk about for many many years to come. She left behind her talent, her grace, and her love which will always be remembered in her family and her work. I hope that you all share in the wonderful memories and love of your mom and it gets you through this rough time.
With sincere condolences,
Lauren Felice
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Mary Brayman lit a candle
Friday, February 5, 2016
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Mary Brayman posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
Dear Tony &Mary,and the whole Riposo family
Deepest sympathies to you all .So very sorry for your loss.
Love &Light.
Mary&Tim Brayman
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Nicki Palmer posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
My Love is sent to all of you who have lost a wonderful companion, mother, friend, relative....she will always be that spirit that circulates in my life, even though her body is no longer here. May you be surrounded with support as you go through the transition of constantly missing her as a physical presence, and may you all be blessed by knowing that she is in a new life of freedom and grace and that she is still here with you in that newly released form. I loved her deeply, and she has made a difference in my life on so many levels.
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Hubert Lit lit a candle
Friday, February 5, 2016
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Dear Danny. You have completed your life on earth for this time. Thank you, while you are on your next journey, for having the privilege to know you and be around you. I pray for a good transition. You family and friends. My deepest sympathy and strength this time. May grace follow you all day. With Love, Hubert
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Lynne Grande posted a condolence
Friday, February 5, 2016
Sending all of my sympathy to Dani's family. I never had the privilege of meeting Dani, but I felt I knew her through my stepdaughter Lisa who thought the world of her and also through her sweet daughter Karen. I know she must have been a very special person. May God heal all of your hearts and may Dani dance in heaven with the angels.
With My Love,
Lynne
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Eileen Fitzpatrick posted a condolence
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Mary, Tony, Jessica, and to all your family, I just want to say I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dani sounds like she was one of the most remarkable women and it sounds like she lived an amazing life! Please know you are all in my thoughts. Sending my condolences and hugs to all!
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Thursday, February 4, 2016
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