 Bless your journey. Being born in 1976, I have grown up with your music. When I
am driving down the road and hear one of your songs I turn it up and sing loudly
(and if it is "The Reach" - proudly - I'm from Maine). As I sing these songs to my
own daughter, I remember dancing with my mother as she sang along to your
records and told me stories of her life before me, and our early times
together...Thank you for your music, from our three generations and more to
come. ~ Rhiannon
To the Fogelberg Family, Thank you for sharing such a wonderful person with the world. His life and music will be an inspiration and live on forever. With deepest sympathy ~ Sam Stephenson, Spring, TX
Dan is going to be missed, and I thank him for all the wonderful things
about life and love that his music brought us, his fortunate fans. The world
is diminished without him and the joy in life and music he brought so many
people. I'm a very long time fan, and hope that those he loves that remain
behind gain comfort, and eventually peace, with time.
I wish Dan's family and friends well, and grieve with them. ~
Tracey
If I could only pray to bring
Dan back to us so he could sing.
His songs we'll keep remembering.
We'll always believe in you.
I just found out about Dan's leaving....
My experience with his tunes goes back to when I was a small girl. "Leader
of the Band", which is my absolute favorite tune he ever wrote, is an
absolute perfect picture of my father.
My dad is a carpenter/contractor and musician (He is a music minister and
ordained pastor). The lyrics in Dan's song immediately remind me of the
legacy of love my Dad has brought to his kids (I'm the oldest daughter of 3).
Hearing of Dan's passing today, I was reminded of my Grandmother's passing
on 12/18/2001 from progressive supranuclear palsy. My prayers and
thoughts are with you all as you face these next few days, and the days to
come.
He was a rare voice in an industry that thrived on the outward appearance.
At Totonetwork, I am the discography project manager for Jeff Porcaro's
hideously large body of work. Dan is listed. Jeff was there on "Windows
and Walls". When we lost Jeff, I cried for a long time because I knew we'd
never hear that sound again. Dan's voice was like Porcaro's groove.....
irreplaceable.
He will be sorely missed.
God Bless you all. ~
Theresa Blackwell
I lit 50 white candles, built a roaring fire, invited my dear neighbors over
for dinner, and played the 10 albums I own of Dan's music non-stop. My best
wishes for Dan's
safe journey to the heavens. My heartfelt condolences to Jean....
It is so sad to hear the news of Dan's passing. My heartfelt condolences go
out to his family. He truly left his mark on anyone whomever heard his beautiful voice and music. His music always told a story and touched each one that
heard one of his songs. May he Rest In Peace. He was loved by all. ~ Joan
Although I was only able to see Dan Fogelberg in concert twice, both in Peoria, and both times with my best friend. This man had a genuine influence on many people, his presence and words of music will be missed. Thankfully he left us with his music to remember him. My sincere condolences to his family in this time of sorrow. ~
Deborah A Martin,
Springfield, IL.
So sorry to hear of Dan's death. When I was in college in the 70's, he was
my favorite. I saw him in concert once in Greensboro, NC, and just loved it. God bless you, Jean. My prayers are with you and your family. ~René,
Wrightsville Beach, NC
I am in my early 30's and recently discovered Dan's music. I am saddened to hear of his death, and wish his family the strength to endure through these hard times. May God bless you each and every day. Rest in Peace Mr. Fogelberg...
Jean, I just read of Dan's passing and I offer my deepest condolences. I remember hearing Dan for the first time in the early 80's right after my brother died. "Run For The Roses" is one of the only positive things I remember about that dark time. I was lucky enough (having Durango as my hometown) to see Frankie and The Aliens and also to see Dan's acoustic concert at the Pagosa High School to benefit the library there. Out of all the concerts I have been to, I remember that one in particular for its quiet simplicity and beauty.
Yours ~
kathryn alexander
For Dan's Family;
Dan's music was and will always be a part of me. His music got me through some tough times in my life. It was nice to sit and put on a Dan Fogelberg album and have someone that can relate to what you're going through, and ultimately make you feel better.
I have sung his songs while fishing, hummed them at work, and now played them for my children. They will always stay close to my heart as long as I live. I cannot thank you enough. We were all blessed to be able to have his music. I will cherish it.
I wish your family the best, and pray for peace for you.
With warmest sympathy ~
Christopher Clad
Goodbye Dan. My youngest son, Tim, just passed away at 31. He was at a concert you gave before he was born (you can guess how). This was his first taste of music and it was one of his greatest loves. You will be missed, just as he is. My thoughts go out to Jean.
I knew nothing of Dan’s battle with Cancer. I have lost so many friends and family to that disease. I moved from Nebraska to Colorado because of the album “Nether Lands”. I met my wife of 24 yrs and have two beautiful daughters thanks to that amazing album. He touched my spirit and had a large part in making me the man I am today. My deepest sadness goes out to his wife and Thank You Dan for your music! ~
Jeff Bahde
My heart is broken at the news of your passing. A powerful voice on earth has been silenced, but now sings with a choir of angels. Thanks for leaving us such a great gift to get us thru wonderful and tough times. God bless you for sharing your gifts with the world ~Mary in Colorado
You will be missed, but you live on in your wonderful music. Thank you!
We want to take a moment to say that we are grieving and crying together tonight.
We will continue to love Dan's music together as we have for many years. ~
Rev. Debbie and Dan Gara, Pasadena, CA
Blessing and a wondrous legacy Dan Fogelberg presented us.
During 1981, I found a tape by Dan Fogelberg at the Merrilville Library in Indiana.
I was captivated by Dan's ability to WRITE MY THOUGHTS.
I was attending an extreme fundamental Christian college and early in the morning, I would play his songs while the sun was rising over a frigid winter landscape. In his words and music, I escaped the monastic world I was living in.
His music allowed my SPIRIT TO RISE.
"Late in the summer, when the cotton wood die, the fields are on fire, with green bottleflies
and I'm still seeing reflections of me in your eyes, and why did you leave last summer."
It was the Nether Lands album.
It was my soul's repetitive anthem of strength.
Of course, his music from other arenas opened my heart as the years moved forward.
But it was that particular sound track, that was my heart's song--and Dan's words truly brought me life and freedom and commonality in a difficult time of life.
Dan was my wordsmith when I was a vulnerable, virginal, 21 year old child.
Peace for the Familia and fans ~
Anah GRACE Childe
I am deeply saddened by the news of Dan's passing. I gave up my vinyl record collection
many years ago. I kept 3 albums, because they meant so much to me. I will always treasure
Phoenix by Dan Fogelberg.The words stay within my soul and have influenced me throughout
my life...God Bless Dan and Family...~ David Farrell
Your songs brought peace to a restless soul. Thank you ~ BT
To hear of Dan's passing is so hard to digest. His music is his legacy. I will continue to cherish it. To Dan's family, My heart is so saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love ~ Michelle
I am so saddened to hear of Dan's passing. My thoughts, prayers and love are with his family. Dan was such a wonderful songwriter and musician. His songs moved me more than most artists. He will be missed by many.
One of my all-time favorite albums is "Souvenirs". Songs that make me smile and songs that evoke strong enough emotions to bring me to tears each and every time I hear them.
Again, I am so very sorry for your loss. ~
Jill Phelps-DeCarolis
My heart is so sad today I love his music and he's a such a huge part of my
music background memories.
I am so very sorry ~
Wendy Lascow
I just heard the news and am in shock. I'd like to send the Fogelberg Family my deepest
sympathy. I hope the joy I and millions of others have felt in listening to Dan's music
can be returned in some way to comfort you at this time.
Thanks for all the great music. Your songs will let you shine forever!
God bless you, Jean, for your great loss. Dan was with me through some of the greatest
loves and times of my life. I bawled like a baby tonight when I heard the
news. God gave him tremendous talents. He may well knock an angel off God's
choir tonight. I can't describe how saddened I am. After I found out he had
cancer, I had the endosope done and they found 3 benign
polyps, which they said had a GREAT chance of becoming cancer, so he may well
have saved my life. To all those men Dan asked to be tested, be assured, they
knocked me out with meds. I felt 0% pain during or afterwards. Just bloating and
gas afterwards. Just tell your doc you need to be sedated. Again, words can't
tell you how saddened I am, and will be for a long time. God bless you Jean, and
both your families. I can't help but believe he was VERY close to your family.
Many of us loved Dan though we never met him. But we have his beautiful music
forever. He left us a true gift. ~
Norman Mixon
My wife and I had one of Dan's songs ("Longer") sung at our wedding almost 28 years ago. We thought that it reflected the love we had for one another, and would continue through the years. Dan's wonderful talent left its mark on our lives. Whenever we hear the song it verifies that we were right.
Thanks so much... ~
Bob & Lesa Cranmer,
Pittsburgh, Pa
I was extremely saddened to hear of the passing of one of my favorite
singers, Dan Fogelberg. His music was introduced to me in the 80's when I was in
college and had a huge impact on my life. The first song I ever heard was "To
The Morning". I was so touched by that song, I remember playing over and over
and over again on my walkman. It will always be one of my most favorite
songs!!! I bought all of his albums over the next couple of years and continue to
love his music today. I send my thoughts and prayers to his family at this
most difficult time. Thank you for sharing Dan with all of us, these many
years. His music and lyrics are truly a gift to the world. ~
Maria
Dan -
You were one of my inspirations musically. I have played guitar for over 25
years. Your songs spoke more than words. Your melodies played more than
notes. Your heart was your music. Simply amazing ballads. You were one of a
kind a true loss. Sadness can't define the void you leave. God Bless your
Soul. You are at peace now. I will miss you
I am so sad that this beautiful spirit has left us. Dan, your voice that
comforted so many of us, your words that lifted us along, your music that we
love so much will continue to live among us. We are grateful for having had
your life touch ours. Peace to you on this next leg of your spiritual
journey.
In gratitude ~
Patricia
Dear Dan, I have just read that you have passed away and I'm crying and feeling
so sad about you and for your family and myself. Your music from the first time
I saw you and heard you I fell in love. Your music was the tapestry of my
life. I could listen to the next album that would come out and know that it was
for me and about me and where I was in my life. You will be so deeply missed.
God has just received one of the greatest songwriter/artist into heaven. My mom
will have great company with you there. Your music took me to places I have
never been but I felt through your songs like "The Reach" that I had been to Maine and it made me want to go there. Your "Magic Every Moment" when it came out made me feel so good and happy. I'm an Illinois native so I always felt a kindred spirit with you. I will miss you as all of your fans will miss you so deeply. I was waiting with great anticipation for your next concert to hear of what you had written when you were away from touring but instead now you will give that great concert in heaven. We never met in real life but I felt you were one of the really nice guys of the music business. You left a great legacy of work "Portrait, The Music of Dan Fogelberg, from 1972-1987" that we can listen to forever even though you are gone but will never be forgotten. Go be with "The Leader of the Band". ~
Cathy, NE.
Thank you for the songs you sang and the thoughts they bring. Jean your husband was a gifted man, thank you for sharing him. ~ Diana Schwab....Twin Cities
TO JEAN AND ALL HIS FAMILY, we are saddened by your loss today.
Dan was a great voice and mind in the changing world I knew in the 70's and we will never forget him.
God bless you ~
amy in FL
My husband and I were very saddened to learn of the passing this morning of
one of our favorite recording artists, Dan Fogelberg. We grew up with his
music, fell in love to it, were among the thousands (millions?) of couples
who used "Longer" as the first dance at our wedding, and still listen to him
today. His music will live on in our hearts forever.
Our sympathies go out to Dan's family during this difficult time. May you
find peace knowing that he is once again whole, and making glorious music in
the heavenly choir; as I write this, I can imagine him leading them in "Christ the King."
Peace ~
Karen Trost
After just hearing the news of Dan's passing, I feel like I lost my best friend. My deepest sympathy goes out to Jean, and Dan's family members, who hopefully can find peace and solace in the memories and the musical legacy which he left behind. I am sure that Dan and his dad are creating more beautiful music now that they are together again.
With deepest sympathy ~
Jean Allen
Hi Jean, My name is Bill Beck and I'm from Ashland,Ohio, and I would like to wish you, my favorite singer's wife, all the
gratitude for you and your husband, and the music you and he for making this
world a better place for animals from giving the love for music you have and the
kind hearts you have. I would like to say I love your music and Dan is not
suffering but waiting your arrival where God puts all the good. You will
always have a star above your head because of you and your husbands love for all
creatures. I am 46 years old and have lived with Dan's music for a long time and
I remember listening to it in school. Remember God and all his creatures love
you for what you have contributed to this world.
Dan's music made my life richer and I'm so grateful to him for that.
To Jean; please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. ~
Joyce
My husband and I just heard of Dan's passing. We are so saddened and wanted
to send our heartfelt wishes and prayers. My husband had no symptoms but at a
yearly physical was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April of this year. He
had surgery at the end of July. They had thought it was moderately
aggressive, but after the biopsy of his prostate following surgery they realized it
had been very aggressive. They believe it was contained. He goes for his second
3 month PSA test this week. He is also 56 yrs. old. Dan's music was and is
so powerful. He spoke so importantly about our earth and life here through
his music. He will have a presence here on earth spiritually as well as
musically. I saw him in concert at the Palace in Michigan. He mentioned you, Jean,
on stage that night. He was so happy that he had found your love. I was a
single mom at the time and felt hope that he had found love, maybe I could. I
did. Blessings ~ Bev in Colorado
God Bless You, Dan. May you rest in peace. ~ Susan
I am so sorry. Dan was a leader and a teacher to all. A good man. ~ susan kodrich
As I listened to the radio this morning and learned the news of Dan's passing. I didn't realize he had been ill. I realized as I was in the car on Monday heading back from a trip to Wis. when "Same Old Lang Syne" came on the radio and I jumped up to turn the volume up like I have always done, (because I love this song and it really moves me) that I had downloaded this song to my cell phone about the time Dan had passed away. I am truly sorry for the loss of this great Artist. He definitely shaped music for me when I was in my early 20's. I distinctly remember him at a concert I attended with my sister Clara in Minneapolis, where he did a completely solo performance. Nothing but a stool to sit on, his guitar and a beer. We were mesmerized! Thanks for those memories. ~
Nora
Dear Mrs Fogelberg,
I just learned of the passing of Dan Fogelberg. What a beautiful gift of music he had. His music moved me very much. I give you all my heartfelt condolences and know what you are going through. I lost my husband last year, not to cancer, but I know what pain you are in, it gets a little easier but you will never completely stop missing him.
All my love and prayers ~
Katherin Adams
To Dan's Family and Close Friends,
What an unbelievable talent! I was never lucky enough to see
Dan in concert but his music just blows me away whenever I hear it.
The good news is when you leave such a "Living Legacy" in music you are
always in this world no matter where you are.
Imagine all the completely honest feelings that are being felt right now
about Dan and put all that energy together and it could light up a whole continent indefinitely, and it will continue forever because every hour that goes by
someone new will hear a Dan Fogelberg song and be mesmerized!
To leave what Dan left on this world is as big of an accomplishment as there
is. There's no more you can do on this planet. All the true feelings of loss, hope, inspiration and love are what we exist for. Celebrate his life. It was extraordinary. With Sincere Condolences ~
Gary Vallancourt, Orlando Fl.
I grew up on your music. One of my romances began with "Dancing Shoes", and now in my 50s, I still feel at peace listening to your music.
I am saddened by your passing, silencing your beautiful talent...
May you rest comfortably and peacefully... Sing and jam with the Angels Up High. ~
J
Thanks for all of the great music Dan. May heaven enjoy your songs.
Sad to hear of Dan's passing - Just read about it on the internet. So young - His music touched my heart, year after year after year. He will always be remembered. Be at peace -
To Dan's family,
Like many of his fans, I was saddened to hear about Dan's passing today. I first heard "Part of the Plan" while in high school and Dan's music has been a part of my life ever since. My wife and I took dance lessons for 4 months we could dance to our song ("Longer") at our wedding 23 years ago.
Dan lived an amazing life both on and off the stage. I would like to think that "one day we'll all understand" why the ones we love are taken from us too soon.
His music will continue to be an inspiration for a long time to come. ~
John M.
Just read the news page and saw about the passing of Dan Fogelberg and felt such
a feeling of loss though then the beauty of his voice, songs and those harmonies
began to sound in my ears. "Same Old Lang Syne" especially wafted through my head and out my lips.
It is odd because I never saw him ... never bought any of his recordings in the more than 30 years I heard him though often thought to do so when I would hear him on the radio. Now I find myself listening to sound clips on the Internet.
Tomorrow while I am out I will look to purchase my first Dan Fogelberg recording. I don't even know enough to know which one to buy though I am sure that any one will be very fine.
My condolences to his family and friends. ~
Chris Barr
The leader of the band is tired . . . but his blood flows through my instrument
and his
song is in my soul!
With deepest sympathy. ~
Bob P.
I am so sorry to hear of Dans' death. My husband, my son when he was a baby
and I went to hear him in concert in an amphitheater near Denver in 1987. It
was a beautiful summer evening and we sat in the blanket section and could
see Dan as a small spot on the stage but we sure could hear him, Jean. His
voice and his music were phenomenal and very much a part of the music we've
listened to for 20 years. He will be very much missed. Our deepest
sympathies to you. ~
Susan Gay Ballwin MO
Dan,
The world won't be the same without you in it. Your music has always been comfortable and oh so pleasant. I played The Innocent Age until the grooves in the record had grooves. Thank goodness for the power of radio and recordings . . . your music will live forever. Thanks for the legacy you have left for us and for future generations. My deepest sympathy to your family. ~
Peggy
A very sad day indeed. Mr Fogelberg's music (especially the Twin Sons, Phoenix, and Nether Lands albums) are a big influence, and have touched my life as well as those of many others. He will endure thru the ages via that legacy, but that fact does not negate the sense of loss. R.I.P. ~
B E Olsen
Dan-
This note comes too late. We are the same age and I used to listen to your music when I was in college back in Boulder, CO.
The world is less vital place without you in it, man.
God Bless... ~
Barry
I did three albums with Dan. Captured Angel, Souvenirs and Nether Lands. In all my years in the record industry first as an engineer then Producer, Dan provided me with so many rewarding times in the studio and out. What an artist and a human being. Though I haven't seen him for a few years just knowing he was back in Maine fighting this made it alright cause I never once doubted that he'd beat it. I am devastated at his loss. Jean, I'm here for you for anything you need. I will miss the man I was privileged to call my friend. ~ John Stronach
My heart goes out to Jane at this time. Dan's music will long invoke very
special memories for so many people for many, many more years to come. ~
Melissa, Greensboro, NC
God sped Dan, loved your music.
Dan,
You will live on forever in the hearts of millions. Thanks for allowing the
music to flow through you and for following your heart.
Warm regards ~
Tom Crenshaw
Dan,
I just learned of your passing a bit ago. Though you are gone, I know
you'll get this anyways for you are in a much better place, a place that we
look forward to meeting you in someday. As many others have said, you also
touched my life as I was growing up with your music and words. You shared
such love with us through not only the songs, but the emotions behind them.
I have never to this day, nor will I ever, come across a musician such as
yourself. Dan, you were and shall continue to be, one of a kind!
Rest in peace Dan, you deserve it. Thank you for all you brought this world.
Through all the chaos, you brought love and peace. God bless you and your family. ~
Carl in Kansas City
Thank you for the many special memories in time, passionate feelings, and loving words. ~
Terry Robinette Draper, Utah
Rest In Peace Legend ~
Paul Sala,
Mullan, Idaho
Like many people, I suppose, I only wish I had an opportunity to write Mr.
Fogelberg before his passing. His music holds a special place for me
because it came along at a time (high school) when music had such a strong
influence on my life.
When I saw him perform at the Santa Monica Civic Center in a benefit for
Nicollete Larsen several years ago (1999?), I was once-again taken back to
my high school days, if only briefly. I'm glad now to have that memory.
~
David Warner,
Evanston, Illinois
Dan, the hearts you have touched with the depths of your music and songs will
live on. Although, I will never see you in concert again in this life, I will
see you up there on the stage, in my heart, each and every time I listen to your
songs. There is no more suffering for you now.
Jean, my heart goes out to you and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dan will always be with you. When a snowflake falls, he is there. I lost my mom when I was eleven and strongly believe she is still with me each and every day. I can't have a conversation with her, (although I do talk to her) or put my arms around her, but she is with me in my heart and I know some day, we will be together again. ~ Vicki
I was saddened to hear of Dan's passing today. My thoughts and prayers are with his family members and the community of music lovers who embraced his lyrics and songs.
His work was amazing, his lyrics touching and reflective. There haven't, in my mind, been many songwriters who have touched me and others with the sensitivity and beauty of his lyrics, voice and music. May he rest in peace, and may you all find solace in knowing that total strangers like myself have been touched, and continue to be moved, by his musical presence and contributions which will live forever.
Dan, The gifts you gave us are AWESOME!---the lyrics, the melodies, the stories, the YOU that was given to us, to share with each other and enjoy. All I can say is 'thank you', and bon voyage young man. We will all join you sooner or later. I'm hoping that, if there is a heaven, part of it will include a Dan Fogelberg concert for all of your fans. ~
Mark,
Cocoa, FL
I am so very sorry for the loss of Dan to this world. Dan is one of the reasons I wanted
to learn to play guitar, and his song book is one of the first I bought to learn to play
all my favorite songs of his that I've listened to since the first album. I'll never
forget seeing him in concert in the 1980s with my sister. He was as good a performer as
he was a singer-songwriter. He leaves a wonderful legacy, not just of his songs, but of
inspiring people -- men and women -- to get screened for all types of cancer. I wish his
family God's peace at their time of loss. ~
Amy,
Fort Worth, Texas
I got on the internet and saw the news. So sad. Dan Fogelberg was the person I
loved to listen to in the 70's and 80's..His song "Longer" was played at our wedding in 1982. I got away from the music in the 90's, but came back a few years ago and still love the songs he wrote in my younger years. God Bless you Dan and your wife and know that the music industry has lost a great lyricist and and also someone who loved the earth and the environment. ~
Becky Martin,
Indiana
May God be with you all in this very sad time, I feel like I'm just
repeating everyone else but Dan's music has been with me since I was a teenager and
it will remain in my heart forever. Peace and Love be with you
I just found out about our dearest brother Dan leaving us this morning.
Your music brought us such comfort, happiness, tears, and helped us all
through the toughest times in our lives. You WILL be missed, but never
forgotten. Thank you for all you've given us on earth. The band in heaven
must be even more joyful today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your
dearest wife and family left behind. May our prayers and blessings comfort
you in these coming days. Dan was a gift indeed; that is why I consider him
to be the best present. He gave us all such wonderful songs and music to
enrich our lives. Thank you Dan. You are TRULY missed indeed. ~ Rita
I am truly saddened by the loss of a wonderful soul and shining example of a thoughtful
musician.
What can I say...I just found out that Dan had passed just a few moments ago.I
want to say that I am so sorry for his passing. He will be missed beyond anyone's
greatest imagination. I have never written so much as a fan club letter in any
shape, form, or size. Even when I worked in Radio. So this is a first for
me. Forgive me if I sound a little awkward. I just wanted to say that like the countless of millions of people around the world that Dan's music has touched. He was truly an inspiration to me. His music and lyrics kept me going thru many, many, many trying,and almost life ending times. Not much more to say. ~ Mike Mello an OTR Truck Driver from Asheville,N.C.
You are yourself a living legacy...and I am grateful to have experienced
your music! Go, and rejoice in the music of eternal life! You will be missed.
My heart breaks for the Fogelberg family and the loss they have felt
with
Dan's death. Know that we pray for you all and thank you for sharing Dan
with all of us. I grew up loving Dan and his music, with it helping me
through life's encounters, whether it be a sadness, joyful moment or every
day life. (I can often be found cleaning my home with one of Dan's CD's
blasting to keep me entertained) I have spent many a time with Dan, in
concert, feeling like he was singing to no one but me. My favorite was
while he was in Peoria, with his mom in attendance. How blessed was the
world to have Dan in it! ~ Brenda Lambert, Champaign, IL
Swift Journey Dan, may you find peace, light and the love of everything
without the pain and suffering you must have felt. Jean - my hopes and
prayers are with you and Dan's family, may you find strength and peace in
the days to come. Know that you are not alone, that many of us loved Dan and
his music, and were brought peace ourselves through who and what he aspired
to be. Blessings to you all.
Jean, We send you our thoughts of support during this time of loss. May our Lord give you
Peace. ~
Jones Family, Wisconsin
So sorry to hear of the loss of the finest musician in my lifetime.. Dan was
a true artist, so brilliant and perfect. My husband has prostate cancer and
we speak to men every day of the need for prevention. I hope that the
information on Dan's website will save more lives. We just wish that earlier
detection could have saved our friend Dan. ~
Linda Peschka
Dan…I cannot believe you have just been taken from us. Such a huge talent,
kind soul and wonderful spirit you were. My sister and her husband are huge
fans of yours and they in turn made me a fan. Your music was the sound track
to so many memories in our lives, may you rest in peace and your music live
on forever. ~
Bill in Burbank, CA
I have loved the music and the man who sang it for 20 plus years and will miss
his words and melody forever. God bless his wife and keep her strong though the days to come. And thank her for sharing her husband with me and the world. ~ Carlene
We are so sad to hear of the loss of one of our greatest singer songwriters.
He had one of the most beautiful voices we ever heard, and his songs were
always an inspiration. He will never be forgotten, we will always have his
songs and the memories of his smile and all the concerts we were lucky enough to
see. God bless you Dan and our thoughts go out to your family. We know you are singing with the angels now.
It saddens me deeply that Dan has passed away. I have been out of touch with music the last few years and was unaware he was ill. I first heard Dan's music
back in the mid seventies & it was he who inspired me to learn how to play the guitar & also write music. I first saw Dan in concert at the University Of New Hampshire
in Durham & his performance took my breath away. It was just Dan & his guitar & it was better than any concert I've seen since & that includes Paul McCartney! "Same Old Lang Syne" really hit home for me as it always brought me back to my first love & I can't remember how many times I've played and sang "There's A Place In The World For A Gambler". Dan will always be a part of my life, and I look forward to growing old listening to his music until one day when I get the chance to sit down and play along side of him, my inspiration & my mentor. ~
John Holton
I wish that I had just one more chance to tell you how you brought
relevance, joy, love and purpose to my life through your art, music and
poetry. Our lives are better because of you, Dan, and I know that I speak
for millions of people who shall always be grateful for your contributions
to this world. I wish your family peace, strength and God's blessing. ~
Walter Dean, Atlanta, GA
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Fogelberg family. He will truly be
missed.
Dear Mrs. Fogelberg, I have followed Dan for years and his music always
moved me deeply. I saw him in concert in 2000 in Los Angeles and it was a
beautiful evening. The planet is diminished without his presence and his glorious
music. Thankfully, the music will live on for eternity. God Bless you.
Love ~ Kathy Clarke
Dan, Your music will live forever. Rest in peace, and may God continue to use you to benefit mankind. ~
David
Thank you for most of the soundtrack to my college years at U of I. I had
not heard of your illness, so I'm sorry that I did not write sooner. It is
a sad day. What a lovely gift you had.
Thank you ~
Kathi Kibler
I just heard the news and am deeply saddened at the news of his
passing.
Dan's music was a staple in my family's home in Maine, with my entire family
enjoying and loving his beautiful music.
May he rest in peace.
Godspeed Dan, you will be missed dearly by your family, friends and those who
knew of your good work. Your contributions to our lives in rhyme and wisdom made us better people. This will not be forgotten. Sorry you left us so soon.
I feel an overwhelming sense of sorrow today. Heaven will now be full of the sweet sound on Dan's music - I thank God we still can hear the recordings. I will deeply miss his concerts. My sincerest condolences go out to Jean, Dan's family and their friends. ~
Debi Rodak,
Belleville, IL
A Clear Midnight -
Walt Whitman
"This is thy hour O Soul, thy free flight into the wordless,
Away from books, away from art, the day erased, the lesson done.
Thee fully forth emerging, silent, gazing, pondering the themes thou lovest best,
Night, sleep, death and the stars"
God Speed, Dan.
Thank you for the your incredible gifts you shared with me and the world ~
Connie
My wife and I both grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, and our first date was to a
Dan F. concert at Stokley Athletic Center in 1983. We have been married 24
years! Thank you, Dan, for the memories. We are weeping tonight ... He was a
beautiful artist.
Peace.
I just went on the site tonight only to learn of Dan's passing just
this
morning. I extend my deepest condolences to Jean and Dan's family and
friends. To Dan, thank you forever for being the inspiration, and providing
the words and the music that gently moved me through some of my darkest
hours and helped me fall in love with life time and again. Your
'Nether Lands' remains the song that moves my soul above all other pieces of
music. I wish you much peace and beauty, freedom and joy. Thank you for
gracing the world. ~
Christina Lynn,
Los Angeles, CA
I just learned of Dan's death and it saddens me deeply. To lose someone with his talent at only 56 is tragedy. His music has been a part of my life since the '70's. I feel like I lost an old friend.
Prayers for Jean & his family.~
Peter
Rathdrrum, Idaho.
I'm glad to know that, after all those sad, angsty songs he wrote about lost
love, he actually did find the love of his life. She was with him when he died. Now I'll have to go back and listen to all the newer music he made over the last ten years or so. I'm sure there's lots. ~ P
I am totally saddened right now. He was my favorite artist and Dan inspired me
to sing. I will miss him. ~ Robert Veach
Dan - You will be missed terribly, but I hope you know, now that you're in Heaven, that you are remembered by so many --- many, many more than wrote in this space, and of course, your music is here forever. And just imagine how many lives you have likely saved with your message regarding PSAs! Such a simple message with the potential for such a huge impact. This, along with Jean, your music, your friends and family, is truly your legacy.
Jean, I know it's so hard, but be strong. It sounds trite, but he's with you every step of the way. A similar situation happened to me just a few years ago. There have been many times I've felt he wasn't completely gone, just somewhere else, still living, helping others, and yes, enjoying an existence we'll all see someday. Maybe that's just a coping mechanism...but for some reason I don't think so.
I've said a prayer for both of you this evening and may you find a measure of peace and even happiness in the coming weeks and months. Oddly enough, just remembering him with others will help bring that about!
Sincerely ~ Anne from Connecticut
Rest in peace, Dan. I’m proud to say I was in the same concert hall with you at least once. ~ Barry
My deepest sympathies to Jean, family and friends in the loss of Dan Fogelberg. May his spirit now fly high with the eagles and always shine warmth down upon you.
My sadness prevails today over the loss of this very gifted artist. He brought such enjoyment to the world through the years by way of his incredible music.
My heartfelt hugs are extended to all who are affected.
Sincerely ~
Vicky Brush, Oregon
Godspeed Dan...!
A quiet fan from Peoria, IL ~
RF
Dear Jean,
I just sadly read of Dan's passing today. He brought so much love and life
to so many through his beautiful songs, and I will always cherish them. My
thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. God and His
Angels in Heaven will always surround you and comfort you. Peace, Prayers
and Blessings. ~ Bridget Mandel, A lifelong fan.
"Praise God from whom all blessings flow"~ Dan's music was a blessing to me, during some
joyful and difficult times. I loved the quiet messages he was able to share with us all. It has saddened me to learn he and his talent is gone, but there are the wonderful
recordings to remember him by. Be strong and grateful for Dan. ~
Dorothy in California
Dear Jean, I send my sympathy and empathy for you at this most difficult time in your life. I know how you are feeling as I also lost my husband through cancer several years ago. It has been a long hard struggle for you. You have cried and you have tried to get as much of life as you could during this time. You have found your priorities rearranged. You have gone into "do whatever needs to be done" mode because you had to. Your life has been permanently changed. Have faith, though, that Dan is no longer in pain. While you are still in pain, he no longer feels any. God has you in His hand. He loves you beyond measure and He will lift you up in your suffering and give you the strength that you need. Rest in Him and He will give you rest.
In Christ's Love ~ Mary Lou Davis
I loved his music so much. It was something special. A gift from God.
He was loved. ~
Linda
To the family of Dan Fogelberg,
I just read of his passing tonight, I am so sad. I did not know he was ill. I have always loved Dan's music as it defined my high school and college years....and the song "Same Old Lang Syne" has always touched me deeply and been one of my favorites.
56 is very young to leave this earth, and he will be greatly missed. I hope you know how many people loved his music.
Sincerely ~
Mary McCulley
Gods Speed. Eph: 2:8-9. ~ Dave,
St. Petersburg, FL
Dan, your music has been there for me during tough and lonely times. It
helped me in ways I cannot even express, when no one else's music could. Rest now,
friend. You have given the world plenty. Peace.
Dear Mrs. Fogelberg:
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dan's passing. He
was an incredible human being and had a tremendous
influence on the lives of millions.
His music will live on in our own lives, his gentle
soul will remind us of our better selves, and his
heartfelt lyrics and melodic stories will enhance our
being for the rest of our natural days.
He has now joined his father in the choir of angels as
they perform for the true Leader of the Band of each
and every one of us--God Almighty.
Just as the Lord is now blessed to have Dan closer to
him, we were all blessed to have him in our lives in
ways large and small.
I encourage all who view this to watch Dan's poignant
live performances on YouTube and the like, as I just
did. "Same Old Lang Syne" will certainly have a pronounced
meaning this Christmas season.
Jean, may you find peace, love, and strength during
this very difficult time.
In deepest sympathy ~
Mandie Jacobs
I was deeply saddened to read today of the passing of Dan. He is my favorite songwriter bar none. "The Reach" is my all time favorite song.
I had always postponed seeing him in concert, thinking I would just wait for the next time. I am 52 years old and have loved his music and
his spirit since his beginnings in the music business. I love High Country Snows the best, as far as albums go. I played "Longer" in the college
music room for my not-even-then girlfriend, and it touched her heart. We married later and that song still holds great and deep meaning for us,
though our marriage did not last. I will miss him greatly, it almost feels like I lost a family member. My prayers to you, Jean, and to those closest
to him. May faith and grace sustain you during this time of bereavement. His loss will be greatly missed by those of us who love honest and real
songwriting at its best. God bless you. ~ John Steiner
I will always remember growing up with Dan's music - it helped shaped my young
life. A truly beautiful soul has been lost. God bless you, DF and your family. Rest in Peace ~ Jody
Your music was truly inspirational and genuine. You were such a gorgeous man. The first time I saw you in concert I was 14 and I fell in love with you and your music. I have listened to you for 30 some years, and will never tire of your music. You made people happy Dan. So sorry we lost you. God bless you and your wife. ~ Sonya Weinreis Colorado
My condolences to Mrs. Fogelberg and family. My father passed away in 2002
of prostate cancer, so I know what it's like to lose a loved one this way. I
loved Dan's music when I was 11 back in '79, and although my musical tastes
have evolved over the years, my love for his music has not. I was not aware of
his illness, but it's strange that just 2 weeks ago, Iistened to "Leader of
the Band" for the first time in a long time so I could listen and try to
figure out the guitar part. I figured out part of it, anyway...I'll keep pluggin'
away at it, in honor of Dan. ~
Phil
Jean,
My heart and deepest sympathy goes out to you. Dan and I went to school
together at Woodruff, and I can tell you that even then, he was the nicest
person I knew. God be with you as you travel this journey without Dan by your side. Just
know that God is with Dan now and Dan is making beautiful music right now with
Jesus at his side.
I cry with you tonight ~
Ora (Cookie) Cook Fisher
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