Danny's Passing

We are very saddened to say that on the evening of March 22, 2009 Danny Carlson passed away due to a massive stroke. All indications are that he died quickly, with very little suffering.

Danny is an amazing person who touched many people's lives. We want this website to help connect all the incredible people in Danny's life, to share information with you on how we plan to honor him, and provide a place for us all to share thoughts, prayers and memories of Danny.

The memorial service was held on Saturday, March 28th in Colorado near Danny's home town. You can share stories about Danny here.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Fishing with Danny

When I first moved to San Francisco 12 years ago, Danny flew out with his fly rod in hand to help me explore northern California fishing. We drove more than we fished, we listened to Blues Traveler, and we talked for hours.

This weekend I retraced some of our steps near McCloud, CA. I fished some of the same waters that Danny and I had tried. I caught fewer fish, but that's become the norm for me these days.


















I often mourn the things that Danny no longer has the chance to do; everything around me is something that I know he would have loved to do or see, if only he had the chance.

But what helps is knowing that Danny experienced so much in his 27 years, more than most people do in twice as many years of their own. Going back over our road trip from 12 years ago reminds me of this, and I'm thankful that I got to take that journey with him.

- Ryan
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