Bless you Daniel

I didn't know Daniel as a adult, But I did know him as a child. I have known his Mother Sherry and her Parents Tom and Pat for many years. I worked with Sherry for 23 years and was lucky enough to answer the phone when Daniel would call. I know you will not get the full benefit of this but Sherry will. Daniel would call and say " This is Daniel can I speak to Sherry Baird please." At that time Daniel had a very unique way of talking.
As time pasted Daniel became an adult and moved to Seattle. Sherry was so proud of her childern. She and Daniel had a very special relationship, the kind that every Mother wishes that she could have with her son. They were not only Mother and Son, they were best friends.
I'm not good at this kind of thing, expressing the kind of feelings that you wish others could understand. The hurt you feel inside for Sherry and her family. The need to be able to help in any way possible. Not wanting to be a pest, but calling to make sure they know your thinking of them, that they are in your prayers. Just wanting to be there if Sherry wants to talk, cry, or just say nothing at all.
As I said before I did not know Daniel as an adult personally, but only thru Sherry. The pride and love that Sherry had for Daniel was so apparent every time she spoke about him or even in just saying his name. I am so sorry for this terrible tragedy. I cannot say enough how sorry I am.
Daniel,
I will do anything and everything that I can to help your Mom thru this time of need. She loved you so very much. You were her shining star, her sun in the day and her star at night. She was and is so very proud of you. Even though you are gone in body you will always be with her in soul and spirit. Her heart is so filled with your love and memories that she will never forget the wonderful times you had together, just the two of you or with the whole family. The letter that Sherry wrote to you and read at your service said it all. It was so, well I guess I can't think of the right word. Just know the it touched every heart that was there. It made you cry and laugh at the same time. It made you go home and give your child, husband and granddaugther (for me anyway) a great big "bear hug". Tell them how much you love them, how proud you are of them, how they make you feel so alive and thankful of all the times they made you laugh, cry, and yes angry.
Daniel, you blessed this earth with you love for such a short time, but made enough memories for a lifetime.
Goodbye Daniel.
Love,
Cheryl
Please know Sherry that I will always be here for you.