Hey, Danny

I thought about you all day at work. I hope you were thinking about me.
Just needed to say that - Jeff

"Though nothing can bring back the hour of splendor in the grass, or glory in the flower. we will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind." Wordsworth -

Now that you're gone, the dogs won't rest, your mother's hair falls in curls around her tearful face, and not even your sister Colleen's cooking can lift a spirit. Sadness has penetrated the thickest of hearts, and leaves the bravest weary, as we cannot explain it.

Why you are not here. Your absence inevitable, for a long time, looms an unforgiving shadow over us.

When will it break. And life cease to drag on it's cold shade? It's so much worse than not knowing what to expect. We know what's coming. What the next day will bring-without you in it. When will it pass, the reget, the guilt.

Dear Danny,

I stayed one night with your family. I awoke one morning with them all around me. And I wondered how you felt having them.

• Having my favorite aunt in the world--as your mother?
• How you felt about your big sister, my little cousin Colleen, who I tried to protect and who I will always cherish?
• How did it feel running around with Peter as a child--who I always felt knew more any little boy should?
• How did it feel having such a smart, witty dad, with such a big, but quiet heart?
• How did it feel to be a big brother, to a boy like Jeffrey -- whose intelligence is only matched by his gentle way?

I imagine you had some wonderful life. With a wife, and someone to love you. And friends and family who never dreamed a day without you.

So you've left this world, but I still feel your presence. I wouldn't know my aunt's patience, if it weren't for you. Or your dad's lasting will to always be the best, and respectful, even when good manners fail those around him. You left your sister more confident than ever. She never dreamed she could be so strong. And though you left your brother Peter, he's come out to honor you, everyday, celebrating your life, and even finding reason to smile at his memories of you. Your youngest brother seems more mature than ever—maybe there’s truth to the “child is father of the man”. Your young wife --you left her too, but she's staying strong, and will forever be changed, and grateful to God, that she had you for at least a little while.

Danny, you can stay with us – but only in our hearts and dreams and memories. But it is your time to rest now. To sleep, and dream of your wonderful life. And of those who love you. Danny it's time for you to go now. And I thank you for nourishing us – even in your passing you continue to inspire us. And when our sadness has subsided, all that will remain, is your strong spirit, without pain, without sense of loss. Only joy that we knew you. Had you. For at least this short amount of time.

Good bye my little cousin. I’m going to miss you.

Love always – your cousin Laurie

Dannys Obituary

Daniel Joseph Naughton Jr.
Naughton Jr., Daniel Joseph Daniel Joseph Naughton Jr. was 32, a native of Chicago and a resident of Baton Rouge. He died at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, 2006, at Ochsner Medical Center of Baton Rouge. Visiting at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 14, from 11 a.m. until religious service at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, conducted by Brother Paul Dickson. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Shannen Naughton; parents, Daniel Sr. and Patricia Naughton; mother-in-law, Eileen Barcelona; a sister and brother-in-law, Colleen and Bryan Dedon; two brothers, Peter Naughton and Jeffrey Naughton; nephew, Shane Dedon; and sister-in-law, Karly Barcelona. He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Joseph and Helen Naughton; maternal grandparents, Peter and Marie Marks; and an uncle, Joseph Naughton. Pallbearers will be Peter Naughton, Bobby Holt, Greg Denn, Derek Douglas, Bryan Dedon and Shane Dedon.
Published in The Advocate from 9/12/2006 - 9/13/2006

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September 13, 2006
Shannen, John and I send our best wishes, prayers, and thoughts. We will keep you in our prayers. May the Lord bless you and keep you strong.

Jeanette McGurk (Baton Rouge, LA )

September 13, 2006
JeffreySending angels to watch over you through this time.Jane

Jane Phillips (Melbourne)

September 12, 2006
Danny,When you left me, you took a piece of me with you. I miss you so bad that it hurts. You and I shared a unique bond. I knew what was on your mind. I don’t know how Ill go on without you, its going to take a long time. You never let me down and you were always there for me. Nobody will ever take your place in my heart, its yours only. If I had another chance Danny, I would tell you that your smile and laugh made my life a better place. You knew I loved you. When you hugged me, I knew you loved me too. I will see you in heaven Danny. I love you forever. Your big sister, Colleen

Colleen Dedon (Denham Springs, LA ) Contact me

September 12, 2006
"The Upper Room", that's where he is - that's where I'll find him. I know he'll have things straightened out for me when I get to see him there. Danny is probably giving an earful to God about the Cubs right now....

Bobby Holt (Monroe, LA )

September 12, 2006
Shannen, So sorry about Danny. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Lori Christiansen (Denham Springs, LA ) Contact me

September 12, 2006
For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. John 3:16Danny lives on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Kathi Bates (St. Francisville, LA )

September 12, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this great time of sorrow.

Rose Cason (Gonzales, LA ) Contact me

September 12, 2006
Shannen,You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love,Kris

Kristen cavet (Baton Rouge, LA )

September 12, 2006
Shannen, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Leah Hart (Baton Rouge, LA )

September 12, 2006
Shannon,We will keep you in our prayers. Danny will me missed! All our love!Jeff and Ginger Siblley(O'Neal)

Ginger Sibley (O'Neal) (Denham Springs, LA ) Contact me

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September 20, 2006
Even though we have never met, I also have lost a spouse. My heart goes out to you. I will say a prayer for you for years to come. Find comfort in whatever you can to get you thru this and cherish the memories you have.

Dawn Reyes (Beaver Dam, WI )

September 18, 2006
Dearest Danny, My heart will always be heavy with sadness because I lost my sweet, and funny,and caring nephew. I will miss you so! I hope your at the gates of heaven waiting for me whenI leave this world. Look after all of us,and say Hi to Uncle Joe,and grandma for me. Love,Aunt Cooka

Cooka Holt (Denham Springs)

September 18, 2006
Shannon, Patty,We are so sorry to hear of your loss...although I do not know the loss of a spouse I do know the loss of a son.....know that he is in a better place keep him in your heart by talking with just as if he were there because he is...and he will contine to watch over you until you meet again.All of our Love Ted and Debra Pressley

Ted & Debra Pressley (Holland, MI )

September 18, 2006
Oh Danny Boy...The lights are dimmer... under cloudy skies...The tears are aflowen from eye to eye...Oh Danny Boy...We'll be seeing you in the Great Green Glen in the sky.Why do we ask why? Because WE MISS YOU. Because we want to tell you one more time how much you meant to all of us and how dearly we loved you.To your wife,Shannen.To your family,To all your friends.Let the Memories and Love help heal the pain and sadness of this time in our lives, We love you Danny. Uncle Rob

Robert Holt (Denham Springs)

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September 18, 2006
TO MY BROTHER DANNY i have to say that when i think of you i always rember the past that we had togeather and all of the good times from our childhood to our teenage years right up to our adult years,like from when we were children and would watch saturday morning cartoons togeather and how we would always manage to get into trouble for some reason to the days when you would take mom and dads car late at night,and when i lay in bed late at night thinking of the past sometimes it even makes me smile because there are so many good and even funny memories that we shared throughout our days togeather but you and i both know that i could go on forever because the memories are endless and will stay with me forever as will you

peter naughton (baton rouge, LA )

September 17, 2006
Shannen,No words can express how my heart breaks for you. You and Danny have such a special relationship. Your bond with eachother was one that most envy. I love you Shannen, and think about you every minute of the day. You are in my prayers.

Michelle Denn (Denham Springs, LA ) Contact me

September 15, 2006
Danny, I love you and miss you. Thanks for always being there whenever we needed anything. I hope you are still around when I need you. you better be! Your little brother - alwaysJeff

Jeffrey

September 14, 2006
Dear Shannen,Im really sorry that my brother had to leave you alone. I know your hurting inside and I cant take it away. you are so strong, but your still sensitive. My brother loved you so much and never spoke negative about you.You and him shared so many happy times.You made my brother laugh like nobody else.Ill miss his funny faces.Shannen,please dont be a stranger to our family, we love you.I will be here for whatever you need,anytime. tell Karly that I love her too.Love, your sister-in-law.Colleen

Colleen Dedon (Denham Springs, LA ) Contact me

September 13, 2006
Shannen, I am very sorry for your loss. My heart and thoughts go out to you and yours

Christopher Long (Baton Rouge, LA )

September 13, 2006
Shannen, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donis Simmons (Baton Rouge, LA ) Contact me

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My Danny

It seems like just yesterday that I held you in my arms when you were born, so very tiny and at that first time, I looked into your eyes and I knew you would always be my little boy. Dad and I watched you as a toddler always running, doing crazy things! You were like that, even as a teenager, always wanting to do whatever everyone else was doing, it didn’t matter. You thought it was cool. I suppose I haunted you those years, always following you, and wanting you to know where you were and what you were doing, but I knew you, and in a way I think, you knew that too! And then you grew to be a man, right before our eyes, things still never changed between us then did it? I always knew what you were thinking, then before I knew it, you were married, and you still stayed close to me, always here with us. I know your sister and brothers know that I loved them just as deeply as I loved you; they always said” When Danny walks in, your eyes light up”. We all laughed at that. I will miss hearing you come in every morning, saying “ Whats happening, that crooked little smile on your face, and when I said, are you telling me the truth, I knew because , if you weren’t, you rolled your eyes up__you laughed at that every single time I said it! I will miss the shrug of your shoulders and the way you hugged me when you left. Now you’re gone from your father and me, so fast, so soon. We are going to miss you. You knew that no matter what you ever done, we forgive you; you knew dad and I loved you no matter what. We will miss you every single day of our lives, our hearts are broken, but we will carry these memories of you in our hearts forever. I know you are at peace now but you are loved and missed by everyone that knew you. Be at peace my baby boy, because I will be there everyday and tell you I love you. I love you my Danny. We will see each other; I know this, one day.Mom

Danny,

Today makes a month since we lost you. When I woke up this morning, I felt it. They say that time heals,but I find that in time, reality also sets in. Im still not willing to fully accept that your not here with us. It’s hard to manage each day, much less your birthday coming up and then the holidays. I never thought that I even took life for granted, but maybe I did.The last time you I saw you, I only said goodbye. I didn’t say, I love you, be safe or that your so important to us. Maybe I just figured that you knew. You were the one that always made us laugh and we valued every minute with you. Ill miss our long talks, our crazy problems and opening up all of the Christmas presents together that mom buys us every year! You and I thought we were in charge of everything, we ran the show. Now Jeff seems to be the one that will help fill your shoes. You would be proud of him, He misses you more than ever.Its hard to watch mom and dad suffer and to see dad with tears in his eyes. My heart aches for them.Shannen is living alone now and I know she is hurting and that its hard for her to live without you. The pain that we are feeling is so intense. I only pray that it will lessen with time. Our life is changed forever, an emptiness I can’t explain. We have so many unanswered questions, like why? Even then, I don’t think that it would matter. What matters, is that we lost our big brother and we can’t have him back for now. We have to somehow find a place where we can start living again; I know that’s what you would like for us to do. I promise we will try o.k.I will miss you everyday that I live and Ill think of you too. We will all cry for a long time. So many people loved you. I hope that you knew it. A piece of my heart is gone; a part of my life is gone. Ill look to heaven for you. Please know that I love you, miss you and will forever remember you. I love you Danny. Colleen XXXOOO

It's a beautiful day.

We all hope yours are too.

My first dog who passed a few years ago

A decent moment detached from time. It’s easy to see this is so sublime. A soul's night will see a shining day, when eternity calls, night fades away. A soul so sweet that love can only meet.

Danny's Wedding

I still remember the wedding and being nervous. I'm glad we all had the opportunity to be together, and we had fun that day.