You, too, have given us all a gift that we never can repay.  Your music has become a part of the fabric of our lives and your memory will forever be a part of each of us.  May we choose to honor that memory in our living of each day. ~ Deborah in Kokomo, Indiana

I was astounded this morning to hear of Dan's passing.  I feel blessed to have been able to enjoy him music in my generation. To his family, please accept my family's heartfelt condolences. ~ Bob Hervey, Morrison, Colorado

I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss.  He was an incredible writer and performer that has always touched me.  His music has made me cry and made me feel good all at the same time.  Its music that is timeless and remains that way for me.  I still have all of his LP's that I have enjoyed since high school (and still listen to on my turntable...nothing like that crackle when it first hits the album). Just know that there are many of us grieving your loss and sending you our good thoughts. Take care ~ Diane in St. Louis

How sad I am to learn of my friend Dan's passing.  I feel that he is my friend from hearing so much of his soul in his music.  Dear Jean, I know you wish you had many more years with him, but you will in heaven.  May you feel God's arms and all of ours wrapped around you in love.  What joy your Dan has given us.  I just cannot express the love I have felt for this man.  His music is so awesome, it just touches my soul as nothing else does.  I was never even blessed to see him in concert, but I loved him just the same.  He will live on forever in his music.  May God comfort you and your families.  Thank you for sharing all of these thoughts with us.

"One last time sing that old song we used to know, But this time sing it a little more slowly."

Over the past 30 years, Dan's music and lyrics touched my life, and my wife's life, like no other musician ever has, or probably ever will.  As a singer/songwriter, Dan's music influenced my own more than any other. I will miss you Dan, but look forward to the day that I will meet you on the other side of the river.  God bless you.  And to Dan's precious wife Jean, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.  With love and appreciation ~ Brad & Phyllis Harris/Raymore, MO

I was very much influenced by Dan's music, especially the earlier songs. Being a 55 year old singer songwriter, I hear Dan in some of my own music and this serves as a constant reminder to always keep him alive in my heart. Sincerely ~ Rick Gonzalez, Gig Harbor WA.

I will miss you so much. Thank God you left us your beautiful musical memories. Many of your songs have touched my heart. Peace. ~ John Hill

Dan and Jean:  God speed Dan.  I "met" you for the first time I believe 1974 or so performing in front of the Eagles at the Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.  I was an avid (still am) Eagles follower and frankly was  frustrated hearing that someone by the name of Dan Fogelberg would be opening for them and taking some of their precious stage time.  You loped onto the stage, hair flowing down your back.  I still remember the peasant shirt, jeans and melon colored boots your wore that night.  Appearing somewhat shy you opened with "Captured Angel" (I believe).  The crowd including yours truly was spellbound by your words, voice and union with your guitar.  Over the course of your set I began to hope for enumerable encores believing I would eventually hear something from you that was flat, meaningless and or boring.  IT NEVER HAPPENED.  Dan, I don't remember how many encores you performed, but enough to "capture" this less than angelic character and require Glen Frey to challenge the Eagles to win back the crowd.  The place was electric as you left the stage.

 Dan, your music became the backdrop for my life over the next thirty plus years.  First during my "single period, sharing your music with the women and events that marked my twenties.  Distant running, exalted times and melancholy times, you were always in the background with your mellow tones and penetrating words that seem to capture the essence of my passage.  My marriage and birth of my two sons, again your presence.  The death of my father again your music to usher me through. My divorce, but continued solid relationship with my "sons' mother" again the experience and passage grounded in your music.  Andi (son's mother) called me early this morning to extend her condolences for your passing.  We took a moment to reflect on how your songs cradled our experience as a couple and as a family.  How to this day my sons associate their Dad with the works of Dan Fogelberg and who too have called  to extend their caring for your passing. 

I must share that several years before your father's death and on New Years Eve I talked with your father by telephone.  Several of us were sitting around that night discussing who we would most like to talk with if given the chance.  My choice immediately was your father.   Take no offense Dan that my first choice was not you, however as a Family Therapist I am always interested in Father's influences on their sons.  Would you believe at 12 midnight or so your gracious father took my call?  I apologized all over myself and thanked him profusely for entertaining one of your fans.  He was kind and willing to talk for a minute.  My burning question for your Dad was "what kind of kid was Dan".  He responded as I thought he might " Dan was a challenge but a good boy".  That's all I needed, so I bade a farewell, and happy new year to your dad.  My guess is that you continued to be a "challenge, but a good boy". I was sure your life paralleled my own, being deeply sensitive to issues of the earth, often alone and dealing with matters of the heart.  Dan, I could continue endlessly about how you have accompanied me on my life's journey but I sense you get the message. From all of us you have touched, thank you so very very much.  To those closest to you our support and prayers.   God Speed Dan. ~ Rick   

My heart is very sad this day, as I feel a loss for Dan as though he was a close friend. Through his music I came to know and love him. I felt his heartache, his joy, his loneliness, his emotions he shared so openly with those who listened.  I have never been so enlivened by anyone's music before. It has been therapy for me, as I sing along, shedding tears for myself and for Dan. I did not know of his struggle with cancer, and regret not being able to be one of the many to send my prayers and thanks for sharing himself so honestly through his music. As I listen to his beautiful lyrics and melodies, I am filled with the majesty of the West and the Autumn of the East, both of which I have experienced and have found an emotional connection.  I feel that is where he will, forevermore, be found, soaring high above the spectacular peaks in Colorado, and swimming forever in the rivers and oceans of New England.  Thank you, Dan, for your powerful gifts of music which I had the pleasure of experiencing at Red Rocks and alone,  at private concerts in my car and in my homes in Pennsylvania,  Colorado, New Hampshire, and now Utah. Your music has been gifts from boyfriends, topics of discussion among friends, and constant companions for me for over 25 years. Thank you. At a race in Leadville, Colorado, fate brought your niece to sit by my side. I was thrilled to find, after some polite conversation, that you were her Uncle!  I had to touch her arm, as if this would bring me closer to you, wanting to meet the person who has touched my life so deeply. I asked her to tell you "hi" for me, like we were  old friends. I wonder if you ever got that message. I now send warm prayers to close family and friends, as you comfort each other at this time of loss. I have and will always treasure my special part of Dan: his music. How privileged you all are to have known him so well and to have shared in his life, and he in yours. Take good care of each other. Fondly ~ Sharon

I am so sorry for your loss. Dan was an extremely gifted musician and artist in general. I got into him late in life but definitely heard him on the radio growing up. Songs like "Longer" and "Same Old Lang Syne" especially come to mind. However, when I started getting into him, I started at the beginning. After hearing comedian Dennis Leary mention him some years ago, I got curious. Plus, I kept seeing his records everywhere when I used to collect. I figured, I'd give Dan a shot. A friend of mine from Epic Records sent me his whole catalog about 9 years ago (maybe more) on CD. "Home Free" really is an amazing album. I became hypnotized by a song off it called "Wysteria" at first. The guitar chords and incredible lyrics were very good. Plus, I could actually play along with it! The other song off the album is called "To The Morning" which I felt I had heard before, especially the chorus. Beautiful. The song "Stars" I have actually performed live. "Souvenirs" is considered his best album by many and I can hear why. "Part Of The Plan", "Illinois", "Changing Horses", "Better Change", the title track and "There's A Place In The World For A Gambler" especially. The whole damn record is incredible. Sorry for the ramble. It's just so sad to me. I am now 34 years old and still a fan. My condolences to you. ~ Ron Zito

I am so very sorry for your loss. He seemed like a very caring man and he will be truly missed. May God bless you Dan; rest in peace. We will never forget you or how you touched us with your music. ~ Christine in Ohio USA

My heart is broken.  The choir of angels has a new member.  I will cherish my Fogelberg collection all the more. Thoughts and prayers ~ Kim Cross

Some of the first music that I remember being played in my house when I was young was Dan's. I loved it then, and always will. He was a gentle guy in song and in life as well I am sure.  My thoughts and prayers go out to his Family, friends and fans who have lost real hero of music. You can find a Dan Fogelberg song to match any occasion,  even this  one. ~ Jonathan Whitaker

I am so so very sorry. I have loved Dan's music for 34 years. Even though I never meant the man, I loved him too. He impacted my life on a daily basis. If I wasn't listening to his music that day, I thought of him. Like most of you out there, his music got me through some great times of my life, like my wedding. He also got me through the toughest times of my life. It didn't matter if I listened to his music or just thought of him, he was always there. I have been hoping and praying that he would get well from the cancer and I could go to the store and buy his next CD. It's very hard knowing that will never happen now. My heart goes out to his family and wife. Imagine, if he touched all our lives the way he did, how wonderfully he must have touched theirs. Dan, everyone will always love you. I miss you. Love ~ Evelyn

Blessings to Dan and family from the beautiful Rocky Mountains. It was 1972 in a gentle snowstorm that I first heard Dan. It's gently snowing today and the circle is closed. May his spirit go on and on. ~ Doug Pinto, Salida, Colorado

I grew up listening to Dan's music. "Run For The Roses", "Leader of the Band", "Same Old Lang Syne", "Longer".the list could go on and on. His music brings out such happy memories for me like it does for so many others. My thoughts and best wishes go out to the family. He will be truly missed but NEVER forgotten. ~Lindsey Owen

My heart is sad for we have lost a true inspiration to our changing world that always seems to constantly be in conflict. Since starting my own professional career in the mid 70's later touring with major artists playing the drums and just working in the music business, Dan was my rock, always there to lift me up when times were tough. As he wrote "There's a place in the world for a gambler", this one song always gave me hope that it's gonna be alright and to never give up. Godspeed Dan and may the angels lift you to higher ground.  ~ Mitch McElwain

The world was graced with the wonderful music of Dan Fogelberg and is a better place for it.  Thank you for the gift you gave us.  We will miss your care and concern for this planet and the lovely talent you shared with us. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan's wife, Jean. ~ Richard E. Bartlett, Austin, TX

Your music made me happy. Your songs will never die. You'll be missed, Dan. ~ David, San Diego, California

We are mothers and wives and students and professionals....but we used to be girls with boyfriend troubles and serious things to contemplate, like which one of us was going to marry Dan Fogelberg, and whose wedding he was going to sing at.  Dan was always the one on the stereo when we were having our most profound discussions. We all are so sad today. We send our love to Dan and his family. Please know that we'll never forget him. Love from Minnesota ~  Kathy, Lori, Britt, Ann, LuAnne, Judy, Lori, Muffy and Marcy

Thanks for sharing your gift with the rest of us in this world - we are enriched by your music. ~ Mark Vidmar

Dan, your songs have spoken to my soul, and your soul lives on through your songs. Jean, peace and comfort to you. ~ Cathy McDonald, Frederick MD

I am so sad.  I love his voice, his music.There is nothing sadder than a beautiful voice being silenced by death and never to be heard again. Yet, we do have his recordings. I will cherish mine forever. I have been listening and enjoying his  'The First Christmas Morning' cd during this Christmas season.  In fact, I just scanned back to look... and the last song I heard of his was, 'In the Bleak Midwinter'.... and that was only about 45 minutes ago...   I am so sad.  Goodbye, Dan. ~ Jennifer Rich, Knoxville, TN

I wish I had been able to thank him for all the music he gave us.  In his absence, I thank his family.  He was a gentle and a good soul.  Happily, he will live forever through his music.  Godspeed!  We'll never forget you Dan. ~ Beth Wilborn

As a girl of twelve in the early Seventies, I felt lonely and out of step with the world.  My father had passed away two years before, and I could not stop feeling sad.  When I discovered Dan Fogelberg, though, the loneliness gradually faded as I realized that strong emotions were a part of everyone's life, not just mine.  I would sing along with Souvenirs or Home Free until I would start to feel strong again and less afraid of the world around me. Thanks, Dan, for sharing your exceptional talents with the rest of us, and helping one young woman realize that everything that happens in life could just be "Part of the Plan." ~ Katherine

Thank God for you and thank you for you. Dan you gave the world the gift of your love and music we can never repay. Truly you are the Leader of the Band for countless millions who adored your words and music and they will live on long before we are all gone. I hope to see you one day in Heaven. ~ Randall Bledsoe, Huntsville, Alabama

Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family on the loss of Dan. We understand his fight as we are also battling advanced prostate cancer.  May his death be his gain in this ongoing battle to educate, treat and prayerfully eradicate this devastating disease. ~ Tom & Becky Steele

I have listened to the music and poetry of Dan Fogelberg since 1979. He remains my favorite artist. His talent and spirit will be sorely missed. ~ Leslie

What a shock. My connection with Dan's music has been unwavering for over 30 years. It is unfathomable that he's no longer with us.  My heartfelt sympathies to his wife, Jean, and family. Dan's music elevated us and he will be deeply missed.  It's odd to feel such a loss over someone I never met but I would have loved to. God bless. ~ Karen Cobb, Bloomfield Hills, MI

Words cannot express the sorrow I felt when I heard of Dan's passing. Prostate cancer also took my best friend and father many years ago so I am all too familiar with this disease. I was fortunate to have seen Dan perform solo and with his band on several occasions and have many fond memories of those experiences. It is devastating to have a loved one taken from you under these circumstances. No one should have to go this way and certainly not someone who brought as much joy to the human condition as Dan Fogelberg. My prayers are with you Jean.

Dear Jean and all of Dan's family and friends - It hurts that he is gone, and I didn't know him personally.  How hard
this is for you.  My prayer is that God will carry you through the rough waves of emotion through the next months and comfort you with the knowledge that such a beautiful and good man is happy, rewarded, healed and smiling on you, home with God and other loved ones.  Please accept my heartfelt condolences, and like music never dies, love for him will never fade.  God bless you all - rest in faith in God's arms, He'll carry you.  I'll keep you and Dan in my prayers. With love ~ Margy O'Kelly, Honolulu

It is with great sadness to have heard the news of Dan Fogelberg's death from Prostate Cancer.  He will be truly missed by all who listened to his music. His musical legacy will carry on as so many others. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest artists in American history. ~ Teresa Cooper

It is hard to put into words what Dan's music meant to me.  I can remember the first time I dropped the needle down onto Phoenix.  Wow!!!  I became a fan immediately.  I am sorry he is gone.  He will be missed.  I am fortunate to have seen him live in Greensboro in 1981.  It was a great show.  His music helped me get rid of the blues.  I plan to buy all his music on CD.  I wish I had known him personally.  God has a new angel and wow can he sing. If he is not in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, he should be.  The fans need to get behind it and get him inducted.  I also think he should be in the Songwriters Hall of Fame as well.  Rest in Peace my friend! ~ Charles Cotter, Greensboro, NC

As I learned of the passing of this man and his powerful voice and words, I'm at a heartfelt loss. As I sit and write this his "Same Old Lang Syne" is now playing and I have to wonder is this his way of saying " goodbye". Dan may you now have peace and now share your voice with the man that gave you such an incredible talent "The Lord Above". My sincere condolences to your wife and family as well as the many fans that stayed with you through all the years. You'll always be the Leader of the Band ~ R. Tidwell, Cincinnati, Oh

Blessings to your family and blessings that his Spirit Soars Above with the Angels. His music has blessed my life since I was a child. ~ Sophia-Christina

I want to extend my very deepest sympathy in the loss of Dan.  I had been checking his website frequently to look for updates on his health, and was very saddened to hear of his passing.  In the early 80's, my sister and I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Dan at a post-concert event at Alpine Valley in East Troy, WI.  He was very gracious and it was an evening I'll always remember. I'm so glad to have found his music many decades ago.  Please accept my sincere condolences. ~ Mary Strong

Dan, "We have loved on distant beaches
Where the winter never reaches there we fell
Dying swan on the dawn you danced before me
Though your eyes were dark and stormy I stood still.
I pray you never shed your dancing shoes"

I am still and I mourn now. Rest in peace Dan, we will meet again and dance.. ~ Penny, Florida

I only posted a message to Dan this past week after waiting 25 years to send it...I'm sooo glad I did after today's news. I had first heard Dan while traveling through the USA for 3 months in 1982.  I traveled through 42 states, including Alaska! It was my last 'fling' before I settled down and got married.  By the way, I'm writing from England. I'm stunned, I find it hard to believe how it must have been meant to be that I wrote last week.  Dan's music has meant so much to me over the years.  I even named my eldest son Dominic after Dominic Frontiere who collaborated with Dan on the 'Nether Lands' album!  Going back to my trip all those years ago, at one point I traveled with a woman I had met in San Diego and we drove to the Grand Canyon across the desert and up through the mountains.  We then continued on to Phoenix and back to the sea.  All throughout the journey my new-found friend played Dan's tunes in the car.  They came to symbolize that journey and so much more.  It was a truly magical time that is as clear in my mind now as when it happened over a quarter of a century ago. I will miss you, Dan, and can only hope that those dear to you will gain comfort from knowing that he was so widely loved around the world. Blessings to you all. Love 'n' hugs ~ Bruce Fraser

Dan,Thank you so much for the wonderful gift you shared with us.  So many of your songs touched my heart in so many different ways.  You truly were one of the greats.  May God bless you and your family. ~ Patrick

I first heard of Dan when a friend played "Looking for a Lady" at a party in my dorm room at UTEP (I was a music major), probably 1978.  I then bought up every album that came out.  My first wedding invitation included words (sorry about copyright) from "Since You've Asked", which if you listen to it, you have to play it over and over...exquisite.  I only saw him at Paolo Soleri one time and bet my friend $50 that the warm up jazz band was Dan and Co. in animal noses.  I was right!  I am devastated.  God bless you, Jean, and the family. What a true poet.  I could always play and sing but songwriting is a beautiful gift. ~ Linda, ABQ

I feel as though I have lost a good friend. Dan’s lyrics and music have been an inspiration to me for thirty years—and will always be. I am two years younger than Dan and have been deeply touched by his work as long as I can remember. Great concerts, amazing talent and an incredible means of conveying deep feeling. He is one of a kind. Though leaving an amazing musically legacy, he will be greatly missed. ~ David P Warren, Esq.

To his friends and fans - When I first heard Souvenirs in 1975 I was, from that point on, forever a fan. I used to refer to his wonderful lyrics as a source of insight on relationships. Once I was told by one of those relationships, "Life is not a song!!" Both Dan and I knew differently. To his family - May God hold you in the palm of his hand. ~ N.V., Western Wisconsin

This is a truly sad day - the news of Dan's death hit me right in the gut, where I still feel that connection when I first put "Souvenirs" on my old turntable.  I picked up guitar because of Dan, and kept playing because all I wanted to do was play his songs.  Twenty-five years later I still play them, although some of the joy went out today. My condolences to Jean, Dan's family, and to all of my fellow fans. Millions of us grieve, and I hope that you know how much we were touched by the man and his music. ~ Dave Melbye, Franklin, WI

To Jean and all of Dan's family, my deepest sympathies. He touched so many of us through his music and it's hard to believe he is no longer with us in a physical sense. However, he will be with us, and those who follow us, forever - through his music. Because of "Innocent Age", I began playing again after a hiatus of 20 years. God be with you.~ Wayne Smith, Allentown, NJ

I didn't even know he was ill, how ironic that just yesterday I dug out my old cassette of "Nether Lands" which I hadn't listened to in years.  As a 51-year old singer myself, Dan was a big influence on me musically back in the day.  I can only offer my heartfelt prayers to his family and friends.  Know that his gorgeous music and the worlds and visions they engendered will live on forever in many a heart and mind.  I am so sorry. ~ Christina Brown, Chimayo, New Mexico

Oh My Gosh ... such a somber and  painful loss.  Dan was undeniably the greatest lyricist ever;  unequalled in his ability to captivate an audience ... simply a man and his  guitar sitting on the edge of a stage singing his heart out. Only a  fan, still I feel tremendous loss. Forevermore in my  heart:
  - "and I'm in Colorado when  I'm not in some hotel"
  - "love when you can...cry  when you have to"
  - "seek inspiration in  daily affairs"
Hoping in some tiny way, you  know the joy & peace you contributed to my life thru your  music. Forever & ever a  fan, my thought & prayers to  your wife and family Dan. Sincerely ~ Melanie  Ward

I will miss Dan so much. As a musician and songwriter myself, he was a driving influence. I never got to see him here in England but at least he leaves the legacy of his music. May he rest in peace. ~ Rick Christian

To Dan Fogelberg, R.I.P. There are songs and there are songs,  and frankly I'm not the kind of person who even listens to many of them anymore,  not since my heavy partying days in the 70's, 80's and early 90's, and in large  part even that was just for form. But even coming from such an indifferent place  your song, "Same Old Lang Syne" moved me all the way down to my DNA. It is so  beautiful and so very personal in how my life has in part played out that I  almost regard it as sacred; which puts it in a class of songs like Piano Man,  American Pie, Like A Rolling Stone, and . . . well, that gives you the idea.  Very special songs of wonderful melody and tone that addresses not only the human  interior but also the human condition itself; and I thank you most sincerely for  it, Dan. I wish that we could have met, from everything I know of you I believe  that we would have become good friends. Maybe in the next incarnation, or  possibly on the other side since I'm also in the last stages of cancer; who  knows maybe I'll catch up with you over there. I'll keep my fingers  crossed. And my sincerest condolences to your family. God bless you one and  all.  ~ Dann Meehan

I will never forget the first time I ever heard the song " The Reach" and from that time I have been a fan.  I live in the southern Colorado Rockies and I was driving through the Hardscrable Canyon in the Wet Mountains when I first heard that song, and to this day I hear that song every time I drive through that wonderful canyon!  He was too young to leave us, but his music will live on.  With the passing of Dan, I now have lost both of my favorite singers/ composers, I still feel the sadness of the passing of my friend John Denver. They both were too young to leave us. ~ Michael S.

Godspeed to Dan. May he live in God's Loving Peace forever. He was an inspiration to my own guitar playing. I will play his songs as long as I live.  Peace to his family and friends. ~ Mike 

To the most influential songwriter and singer of our day....we'll miss you. ~ Joseph McMaster

Dear World: Today we all lost a bit of our magic, and we will always remember. Carry on.

Dan will live on with us through his music.

We are all saddened by the untimely passing of a wonderful person who enriched our lives with his beautiful music. I was fortunate to see Dan several times in Atlanta. My favorite concert was at the Fox Theatre. The first half of the concert was Dan solo doing his wonderful hits. The second was with his band backing him up when he introduced his new album by playing it from beginning to end. I remember him introducing a song and talking about his cat being present when he wrote it. Dan's music came from the heart and made us all feel just a bit better when we experienced it. Thanks for sharing such a great talent with the world! Dan will always live in our hearts and souls. He was a class act. ~  Greg Dinsmore

I am very sad today, he wrote the songs that affected me the most they made me cry no matter how many times I listen to them. We've have lost a great man. ~ Kellyn

With Deepest Sympathy. I have been a huge fan of Dan since the early 70's upon hearing his 1st. LP (Home Free). Dan's lyrics and music have and will always continue to be a great inspiration to myself and many of my friends, who through music, have and will continue to keep the memory of Dan alive in our hearts until we complete our journey "from the cradle to the grave". May Dan's family find peace and comfort just in knowing how special and gifted an artist Dan was and the inspiration that he bestowed on us as fans, and musicians and as human beings. Through the years, I have attended many of Dan's concerts and experienced first hand the joy that he gave to the world with his music and charm. He will forever be missed in our hearts and we will be the better for knowing Dan Fogelberg in our lifetime. Sincerely ~ Lou Iammarino (Boston MA)

I will always be grateful to Dan for his beautiful gift of music to the world. It will always be a part of my life. May his legacy and legend live on and be an inspiration to others. ~ Carol Preziosi, Littleton Colorado

I wish to say that his music has given me comfort and solace through the hard times.  I am so happy that Dan was loved in the end.  It is such a peaceful thing to know that. I believed in you Dan. With a hand shake, a 30 year fan ~     Doug Sanders

I really enjoyed Dan's music and my prayers are with the family. ~ William R. Spencer III, Southern Illinois

My thoughts and prayers go out to Dan's wife Jean at this sad time. We all share in your grief. I loved his music, every style and every song.  I never missed a concert here in the LA area. I will never forget one song that he sang at a concert that never made it to a record. It was called "The Colors of Eve" where he related different colors to great characteristics of a women. That song forever made me feel good about myself. Thank you Dan. ~ Pat Eichenlaub, Cypress CA

I must say that it saddens me greatly that a Dan has passed onto a better place. I first discovered Dan and his music, like so many others, in the 70's. My wife and I had just got married and his music played around our house quite a bit in those early days. We also had the opportunity to see him in concert and he was outstanding, fun and thoughtful. Dan you will be missed... ~ fwlevin

"Living legacy" is such a wonderful testament to Dan.  I lost a friend in high school who sang "Leader of the Band" for a variety show.  Whenever I hear it I think of him.  I will always and forever smile when I hear any of Dan's songs because they remind me of times spent with good friends and loved ones.  Dan, you will be missed. ~Cyndi - Davenport IA

What a sad, sad day for the music world, fans of Dan, friends and family of Dan, and me. His music was such a big part of my life and still will be. He remains my favorite singer/song writer of all time. My heart is broken. My condolences to Jean and her family. Dan will be missed. ~ Connie Bloss, Narvon, PA

I awoke this morning with a terrible feeling of loss.  I thought briefly that perhaps I had a bad dream where a loved-one was lost.  Then I remembered.  I had heard about Dan's passing just before going to bed.  It hadn't all sunk in yet.  I was right about one thing...a loved one was lost.  Peace to you. ~ Paul Milligan

Dear Jean, I was so saddened to hear about Dan's premature departure due to cancer.  My thoughts and prayers are with you, especially during this emotional time of year. My "day job" is running a hospital music program and playing for patients. I travel around quite a bit, but our program, Shands Arts in Medicine, is based at the University of Florida in Gainesville. I wanted to share one of my recent experiences at the bedside with you.

In walking around the units, I sometimes take the guitar, sometimes the bowed psaltery, and sometimes the Casio keyboard, which I roll around on a bed/lunch tray. Rolling down the hall recently, I saw two people in a room looking very interested in the keyboard. The patient, a woman, was in bed, and her husband was standing around, trying to make her comfortable or do something for her, looking very agitated. I asked if they’d like to hear a song and she said, "Yes, I love music.” So I came in and said “What kind of music do you like?” and she said, “You know, Jimmy Buffet, 60’s rock and folk, stuff like that.”  So I started playing a folk song and they started singing with me. Actually, they sounded quite good (especially since she had a breathing apparatus) and I told them so. Then they told me they had sung together for years, they were both in bands and played a lot in Miami, where she grew up. So we sang a few more and then I said “You asked for Jimmy Buffet, so I’ll do my favorite one,” and started playing it just as she said “Do you know A Pirate Looks at Forty” ? One of the less overplayed Buffet songs by far.  Anyway, then he mentioned Dan Fogelberg and I said, "I had several of his LPs; there was one song I kind of remember…" So I started playing and singing this beautiful song that goes “There’s a light in the depths of your darkness…let it shine…there’s a song in the heart of a woman….set it free”... beautiful words, and they started singing along. We had wonderful three-part harmonies. We were all singing and crying, and I could see that this was very meaningful for them. It completely changed the energy in that room. When I left the doctor was coming in to get her to do her breathing exercises and I said “She should be warmed up now; she’s been singing,” and he said, “ Oh, that’s great! You probably won't even need these now.” So often a song can have an effect like this that the singer or songwriter has no way of even knowing. I feel very blessed to be able to see the healing power of music in my work every day. I wanted to say thanks, and I hope this story helps you too. Blessings, peace & love ~ Cathy DeWitt 

My goodness. What very sad news.  I am a gen-Xer who grew up listening to Dan Fogelberg - introduced by my mother - and was my first experience of being touched by music.  As a teenager, I listened to all his albums ad nauseam and attended his Red Rocks concert every summer.  I tried to keep my affection for his music on the down-low, as it was certainly more the music of my parents generation than my own.  Nonetheless, I developed a huge crush on him - staring at his picture on my cassette tape longingly. He/his music certainly had an impact on me at a sensitive, innocent period of my life and burned an impression in my brain. It brought tears to my eyes when I saw the news of his death.  I've not followed him for years, probably because he's not been touring due to his battle with cancer.  What a pity that his life should be cut short.  I will dig out my tapes tonight and think of him. ~ Tessa

Oh, my heart is broken. I fell like I lost a close family member. I find comfort in knowing that he no longer has pain or sickness and is once again performing but this time in Heaven. The Angels are his back up singers, and the audience represents all who have passed on before him and who loved him as much as we all do. May the Good Lord protect him and guide him as he continues life's journey, until one day we all meet again. His beautiful music will continue to keep his spirit alive and comfort in our hearts. My sincere condolences to his loving family and all of his friends ~ Susan Hosey-Pawtucket RI

Thank you for the music and your stories of the road. You have touched my life, helped me grow; learn about love and loss and relationships. You were with me through thick and thin (even if you didn't know it). I have cried with you, to you and now for you. You have been and will be part of my life through your music. My heart goes out to all of your family and those who love you. Life was too short for such a creative talented soul. I would have liked to meet you but feel as though I knew a little of you through your music. Thank you. ~ Beth

We are very saddened to hear of Dan's passing.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family during this time of grief.  It was just a few weeks ago that I pulled out an old video taping I had of the old Nashville Now show that had Jimmy Buffett as the guest host and Dan as his guest.  It was right before Dan released his bluegrass album and he played some of the songs from that album. My wife and I and several friends went to the taping of that show and watching the video brought back so many great memories of Dan's music. We will miss him greatly. ~  John and Janice Godfrey - Hendersonville, TN

Thank you for ALL the beautiful music over the years. "Same Old Lang Syne" still brings tears to my eyes and chills down my spine and especially now that  you are with us in spirit. Your lyrics always kept me in my youth although 51.You are a true inspiration in both life and death but your legacy will live  on forever.Thanks again for being an influential person in my life and rest in  peace my friend. Heaven is getting one heck of  a songwriter. ~ Mike  Maffei   

My heart goes out to the Fogelberg family. Dan's music moved me in ways I will never be able to put into words, I spent countless hours in college listening to Captured Angel, Souvenirs, Nether Lands and Home Free. A friend introduced me to Dan when I started college and I will be eternally grateful to him for doing so, Dan's music got me through a lot of trying times. I never saw him play live, and I will always regret that, but I will forever cherish the treasure he left behind in his music. - Tim from Little Rock

Thirty-six years Dan has been a daily part of my life, and my grief is overwhelming me today.  To Jean, and all that so love,and grieve for our great loss of a wonderful, gifted person, I send my most heartfelt, soulful condolences. To his immediate family, know that we all grieve with you in this time of immense loss.  Daniel Fogelberg was, and is one of a kind forever, and he is an enduring example of the best in humankind.  May his light shine on into eternity!!!  Ever On Dan, Ever On!!!   With Love and Respect to All ~ Maria Pennoyer

Thank you for the music that touched so many.the beautiful voice/melodies and stories. ~ Jennifer K. Rayhill

Fogelberg Family - I grew up knowing Dan's aunt and uncle and his cousins, Jim and Glen.  I have listened to all his music because of them and am a great fan.  Dan I never met you but feel I know you well.  Go with God - your music will live in us forever. ~ Marc Erickson

I've been dreading this day, to one degree or another, for quite a few years now; somehow, I hoped that it would never come.  Dan Fogelberg's music changed my life.  My world has been different since I discovered the music of this great man, and now, yet again, my world will never be the same.  Goodbye, old friend.  ~ Ken Wilson, Harrogate, TN

Dan, I first heard your music in 1974. I knew I had found something and someone special. My life has been richer for the power of your songs. I still find them inspirational and moving. You wrote some beautiful stuff. Sing one with the angels for me. God Bless ~ Robert McFadyen, Falkirk, Stirlingshire, Scotland.

Dan, My husband and I were deeply saddened to hear of your passing. Though you are now gone, your music will forever touch our hearts. You were truly a gift and an inspiration to us and as fellow musicians, we are grateful for your songs. What a beautiful soul you will always be to this world. Jean, our thoughts are with you and your family-may you find peace and serenity during this difficult time. ~ Chris and Ed, North Carolina.

Rest In Peace.  My friends and I have loved your music for such a long time and always will. ~ Carol Davis, Santa Maria, CA

To Dan's family,friends and fans alike. The sad news of Dan's loss reaches me on the 5th anniversary of my own dear husband, Scott's death. So, I mourn them both. Dan Fogelberg's music was instrumental in so many ways in my life. I fell in love for the first time to Nether Lands, (She, singing, "We have loved on distant beaches", He, smiling "Not yet") and as a horseman living and working deep in the Bluegrass of Kentucky at a major breeding operation, I have cried and laughed as we heard "Run For The Roses" each May. My favorites are many, my memories are forever, and I am eternally grateful for Dan and his moving beautiful writing and singing. God bless you all.  With much sadness ~ Jan Bennett Tindall, Versailles, Kentucky

I remember going to the Oakland Coliseum about 22 years ago to see Dan perform. It has always remained the best concert I have gone to. I love Dan's music, his words that convey what I often cannot express, but to see and hear him in person took it to a different level. His encore was "There's a Place in the World for a Gambler" and I remember everyone standing and swaying to the music and the peace that filled the air. It was a spiritual experience and his music has never ceased affecting me that way.  Thank you Dan, for the music over all these years. To your family and friends, my deepest condolences...and thanks.  ~ Judy - CA

I was overwhelmed with sadness at learning of the passing of such a talented artist.  Dan Fogelberg had first touched my heart in the late 70's.  I can't count how many concerts of his that I have attended since I first heard his amazing voice and learned of all of his other talents.  Each experience had deepened me as a believer in what I had called a higher spirit.  Listening to him, gave me a feeling of oneness and contentment.  Now he's is truly one of the spirits that is making heaven a better place to be.  Until we meet again, bless the heavens with all of your wonderful talents that you gave to us here on earth over the many years Dan.  To Jean and Dan's family, my heart is with you at this time and hope that you know he is truly at peace now and with his family and friends that have passed before him.  He is smiling down on all who he has touched.  ~ Cheryl-Lakeview, OR

I feel so sad.  Jean, I wish you peace of heart at this difficult time. May your happy memories carry you through. Listening to Dan's music was a big part of my growing up and today so many memories are stirred up. God bless you and the rest of your family. ~  Karin from Pilot Hill, CA.

My wife and I had the pleasure to see Dan in concert and we both walked away and haven't stopped talking about the experience. We have enjoyed his music for most of our married life and will continue to listen to and feel what a truly talented storyteller he was. We will miss you Dan! Our prayers go to you and your family and to all who have Dan Fogelberg in their hearts. ~ Tom & Gayle Kidd

Thank you for all your music. "Twin Sons of Different Mothers" holds a place in my memory.  Of traveling, and snow, and friends and fun.  It was a time of change for me and Dan's music was there.   Rest in Peace Dan.  Peace be with you. ~ Linda

I remember when I was in Junior High School my teacher Mrs. Conlon gave us  a poem to study. The poem was called "Leader Of The Band". I remember her picking apart the sentences and really showing us the MEANING. It was later that  Mrs. Conlon brought in the "SONG" and played it for us. From then on, Dan Fogelberg hooked me. Every time I hear "Same Old Lang Syne" I still think about my first  love. THANK YOU DAN. Nobody writes like that anymore. God Bless the meanings behind EACH and EVERY one of your tunes. ~ Barbara A. Del Piano

Bless your hearts.. For Dan and Jean and all of those that loved the man and the music.

Dear Brother and Friend; all the way Home, all the way.  Thanks for the Heart and the Soul, and for singing ours to us.  We remember the now and then, the where and when, the beginning; no end in sight.  Our love in flight with songs in light together. Ever on; ever on.  Our Colorado Homeland whispers a soft snowy white goodbye with so much love.  ~ Dennis Stenson

In my roaring 20s your words lifted my wilting spirits so many times until I found my way back to Jesus and discovered comfort there.  I saw you in concert every chance I had (seven times I think...)  My best memory is sitting in a tree at Red Rocks with my cowboy boots on, looking down as you played. I was 23 and full of life and I had you constantly on my stereo and sometimes in my sight...adored you deeply.  Will pass your musical gift of words on to my daughter, who from age 6 has grown to love you too.  I'll see you in heaven dear Dan. ~ Julia

The tears flowed.  My children surrounded me and seemed to understand, yet I felt I should explain to them how someone you never knew could be so dear to you.  I told them that I hoped that they would also find that poet in their lives who would speak to and for their spirit.  I first heard Dan when I was 12 years old.  The song was "To The Morning."  That was during a Thanksgiving trip in 1974.  That Christmas, I received my first stereo and I spent the entire day listening to "Home Free" on my new stereo with borrowed headphones.  Maybe I'll do that again this year.
 
As is true for many of us, his music became my life's soundtrack.  I've always believed that there are spirit groups and in ours, Dan was our lyricist. He was our leader of the band.  In my home, there is a framed, autographed, and quite oversized picture of the "Wild Places" cover.  Many people ask about it, but I find it too hard to explain how precious it is to me. It came from a small bar where Dan used to play not far from his home in Colorado. On another shelf, is the same Home Free album, still in its original cover, warped and worn over time. Jean, from those who loved him from distance, we are grateful for you and the light you brought to his life.  Our prayers for comfort are with you today and forever.  He's still with us.  His is a spirit that is just simply too strong to disappear. ~ Lori Gottshalk, Montrose, Colorado

Dan's music has been a huge part of my wife's, Chris, and my life and we will truly miss him. Our sincere condolences to Dan's family.  Thankfully,  the music lives on... ~ Steve and Chris

Dan thanks for the music. May your soul entertain the heavens as you did the Earth. ~ Sandy, Connecticut

Dan was such a word man and his memory deserves words far greater than my limited mind can create. All I can say is a genius has left us. Godspeed Dan!

To Jean and the extended Fogelberg Family:  I feel as if I've lost a close friend. Dan's music has been with me since 'Souvenirs' and I'm feeling a bit like the unreconciled key he sang of. I have listened to him almost my whole life. The last few decades from DVD's only and I did not know that he was ill. The news today hit me hard and I am filled with sadness. I am happy that Dan found Jean and they were so happy. Jean, know that our profound sadness extends to you and your family as well. He's flying high above the ravens. Thank you Dan for being a part of my life through your music. I will have it for the rest of my days. Peace. ~ Laura Drake, Ontario Canada.

I remember hearing the song "Same Old Lang Syne" when I was younger and I didn't know who sang this song. I love this song. I always have and I always will. When I got older I found out who sang this song and I became hooked to Dan's words and music. I never had a chance to see him perform in person but he will always be in my heart as a such gifted person and someone whom I felt expressed feeling that I could never put into words. His music will always live on and so will Dan. A grateful fan ~ Heidi M, Wisconsin.

I feel like I've lost a friend.  My deepest and most heartfelt prayers go out to the entire family.  He sings with the chorus of angels, now. He'll be so missed by us all, though. ~ Debbie King, Middle River, MD

Dan's voice has fallen silent much too soon---what a blessing to have had him in our lives for these too few years. His music enriched all our lives and will live with us forever.  Rest in peace Dan---the battle is now won! ~ Jim McCarthy

Dear Jean - My thoughts and prayers to you and your family and friends at this time of sorrow.  I've loved Dan's  music for a very long time and will continue to enjoy it  for "longer than there's been fishes in the ocean"...~ Pam Carter, Corpus Christi,TX

Dan's music was a huge part of my life from the 70's till this day. It helped influence my songwriting and stirred my emotions every time I heard or played one of his songs. I wish I could have thanked him personally for all his contributions. I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear of his passing. For me, this was the day "the music died".

Vaya con Dios.  Your musical legacy lives on forever.  You are such an inspiration to so many and to so many who have yet to hear your music. Peace be with you and your loved ones.  ~ Alaska

Dan's music was a part of the soundtrack of my life, and it will be forever. ~ Suzy

I don't remember a time in my life when I wasn't surrounded by Dan Fogelberg's music. I was only 9 years old when I first picked up an acoustic and it was one of Dan's songs that I first learned. Although Dan's songs were sometimes melancholy, they were much more inspirational. "High on this mountain the clouds down below...I'm feeling so strong and alive. From this rocky perch I'll continue to search...for the wind and the snow and the sky..."   My deepest condolences to Dan's wife, Jean. Dan will live on in his music and in our hearts forever. ~ Sherry Shartzer

Dan, As a man 10 years your junior, I can't tell you how you influenced me musically in my teens.  Yours was music that will never be replicated. As a young gay man in Indiana, I could lose myself in your music and, just for a moment, forget what a struggle it was for me in those years. Your music is truly music one could use in a spiritual way to help one through just about anything in life.  My parents were so grateful I had the wherewithal to know excellent music when I heard it, as they heard it as well throughout my years at home. Jean, I am so sorry for your loss, and hope Dan is in a better place now after his years in this battle. Goodbye Dan, and please be singing at the "pearly gates" when I arrive. You do, after all, have the voice of an angel! ~ Greg Potter

Heaven is most certainly in for a musical treat. I thank God he saw fit to share Dan and his talents with us for a few short years. May the Lord  embrace Dan in his unconditional loving arms, and comfort all his family. I wish  I could have met Dan here on earth, but I have every intention of  meeting him someday! Love and Prayers to Dan's Family.

Dan, you will be missed. The music you have created throughout your life has moved me in many wonderful ways. Your instrument (guitar, piano and vocals) have also instilled me with a desire to communicate through music. But, at its core, the tender, intimate components of your messages have embraced me and moved me with a desire to know love, peace, and appreciation for al things of beauty. ~ Scott A. McClure

Dan, I was introduced to your music in 1978 and have been a fan ever since.  I was deeply saddened when I heard of your passing and I feel as though a part of my high school years have slipped away.  I grew up on your music and Nether Lands was my first album I purchased and I wore that poor vinyl out.  I saw you in concert in 1982 in Maryland and than again in 1997 at Wolf Trapp and the shows were wonderful.  You and your family are in my prayers during this most difficult time. God Speed and God Bless. ~ Bob Upton  Fairfax VA/Medford N.J.

Dan's music is the soundtrack to many lives.  He will be missed.   Jean may God's love cradle you and heal your sorrow.

Dan Fogelberg touched my life in a unique way.  I had heard and  liked some of his music in the early 70's, but really got into it with  Nether Lands.  I am an avid music lover and collector, and Netherlands was  at the very top of my music collection and was the best overall CD I had heard  for the next 20 years.  It was right up there with the Beatles, in my  opinion.  I continued to collect his music throughout his career, but that  CD was his High water mark. I lived vicariously through him and others  because I never pursued my dream of making music of high quality.  He was  so talented and diverse that he made some of the more "rock" style of songs that  I didn't care for as much as I did his timeless ballads.  He finally did  come full circle. Condolences ~ Paul Heizer

I don't even know what to say.  I am shocked; I didn't even know Dan was ill.  I feel guilty that I didn't know... I am probably one, just one of his many fans; just a regular guy who grew up listening to rock and roll but also loved the softer side, guys like Dan.  There isn't much I can say that would really matter or would resonate.  I am sad that we have lost someone who made a difference in what he did.  Too many people go about their lives and never make a difference.  Dan Fogelberg made a difference.  I'm not sure what difference he made to others but I know his words and his music had a major impact on me.  I saw him in concert about 5 years ago and he was great.

I grew up liking much of his music and even learned to play a song or two of his on guitar.  I was going through a very difficult time in my life when I heard "Lonely in Love" and "Seeing You Again" and I felt Dan wrote these words for me.  I liked all of his music from earlier records but these two songs just hit home.  I ran out and bought the album (yep, album) and played these two songs over and over.  And though those two songs touched me, "Same Old Lang Syne" has practically become an anthem to me.  That sounds strange, but basically I had an experience like in the song.  That song is real; it's real life, it's about things that really happen, it's about real relationships and real longing.  Though I don't sing all that well I've sung that song to myself hundreds of times. Would that all of our lives matter as much as Dan's.  Not on a huge scale, but matter to those around us.  That we would live life as he did and try and make a difference.  I believe that death is not the end.  I hope that Dan believed that, too, and he is experiencing a new life, one that cannot be matched by anything in this mortal existence.

I am 43 and I am going to look into getting myself checked out.  I have been putting it off but no more.  Thank you, Dan. With Heartfelt Sympathy ~ Jim