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Danielle Nelson Obituary

Danielle Marie Nelson June 15, 1970 - July 26, 2007. Danielle Marie Nelson, age 37, passed away on July 26, 2007 in Colorado Springs after a 7 year battle with melanoma. Originally from Northeast PA, she moved to Colorado Springs in 1997 with her husband David. Before moving to Colorado, she had been a Special Education teacher in Virginia and North Carolina. Danielle is survived by her husband David and their two sons Zachary and Alexander; her father Bill Dodge of Kure Beach, NC and her brother Branden Dodge of Crozier, VA. Danielle was preceded by her mother, Carolyn Dodge. Visitation will be from 5:00-6:00 PM, Tuesday July 31, 2007. A funeral service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 1, 2007. Both will be held at Swan-Law Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 29, 2007.

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Alexander nelson

June 19, 2022

Thank you so much. I've been looking for something online about my mom for years. Your THE only people who have it. Means everything to me I still have her date on my chest.

Fred Bortz

May 23, 2017

Dear David:
You do not know me, but I was a very good friend of Danielle's in college. It was a few months ago that some of us realized that Danielle had died... & what a terrible loss, for the world, but especially for you, Zachery and Alexander.
Gosh, I could share some Clarion University stories! Mostly, though, Danielle was kind, generous, and faithful to those she cared for. In actuality, Danielle was not only my friend, but also my Fraternity Brother - Alpha Phi Omega, a national co-ed service fraternity - which is actually how I came to know her (I pledged in the Spring of 1992, and she was already a Brother.
Please know that in spite of our having lost connection through the years, I have always held her high on my list of those I'll always be thankful for having known.
Blessings to you and your family,
Best,
Fred Bortz

Debbie Witmer

August 28, 2007

Dear David,

We are sorry to hear of Danielle's passing. I remember babysitting for Zach when he was just a little guy. I so enjoyed Danielle playing and signing at Faith E. Free. We are praying for you and the boys. We know that Danielle is no more in pain, and she is seeing Jesus face to face.

Jim, Debbie, and Chelsie Witmer

Kent & Pam McIlhany

August 26, 2007

David, Zachery and Alexander,
Our hearts and prayers go out to your family David. Danielle was a friend, wife, mother and so much more. She has touched many lives and we struggle to understand God's will in times like these. We will be in prayer for you all as you seek to understand God's plans as you serve Him.

Martha and Jim Borders

August 26, 2007

David,
We are so sorry to know of Danielle's death. She was so kind to babysit Elizabeth for me when you lived here in the neighborhood. May God help you to trust His heart when it is difficult to trust His hand.

Laura Brown

August 24, 2007

David - "Miss Alma" was just here at Faith going through Children's Ministry records. When she got to Danielle's paperwork she said how sad she was to hear that Danielle had passed away. I didn't know until that moment! I'm so very sorry for your loss... I remember Danielle signing and playing clarinet occasionally for special music here at church. You and your family are in my prayers.

Doris and Dean Harder

July 31, 2007

Dave, Zachary and Alex,
We were so sorry to hear of Danielle's passing. It is a terrible loss for you all. Please know you are, and will continue to be, in our prayers.

Dave, Lou Ann, Weston, Logan and Caleb Harder

July 31, 2007

Dave, Zach and Alex,
We are sorry for your loss, our prayers for comfort, strength, and an abundance of fond memories will be with you daily.

Dan and Amy Harder

July 31, 2007

Dave and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that in a small way we share your pain, and will continue to uphold you in prayer.

Dean Harder, Jr.

July 31, 2007

David, Zach and Alex, We were saddened to hear of your loss. You have been and will continue to be in our prayers for God's peace, comfort and strength. Dean Harder, Jr.

Naomi

July 31, 2007

I'm sorry for your loss. I knew Danielle from doll class. She was very talented in creating beautiful dollies. I loved her witt and humor, she often made me smile with her quick come backs when joking.

Jean Kinsella

July 30, 2007

Dear David,
I was so sorry to learn of Danielle's passing. Have thought of your family often since you left Faith EFC. My love to you and your sons.

Andrea Heisler

July 30, 2007

I will miss Danielle so much this next year @ school. It will be hard to get through Art day, pick up, etc. School will not be the same. Thanks for all of the laughs. I love you, Andrea

Carrie

July 29, 2007

I did not know Danielle, but I wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I too have been dealing with Melanoma for the last year, it is a terrible beast. Be strong and know that she doesnt hurt anymore.

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