Officer Down Memorial Page

Today is Victoria's 13th birthday. You would be proud of her. Beautiful, kind, thoughtful, loving, smart. Just weeks ago Isabella had her 11th birthday, She too is a piece of greatness. Oh how I wish you were here to enjoy them. They are happy and blessed.
Miss you son. See ya soon.

Mother
April 29, 2012

Still think of you always. Time passes but your in my heart forever. Still have not said goodbye to you and I'm stll nort ready to let u go. But I do know I will see you again. Danny, I miss you and love you. Time passes but the emptiness just stays with me.

Aunt (favorite). Debbie
Family member
March 28, 2012

September 11, 2001 the nation was changed forever and we all cried with broken hearts. September 12, 2004 was a day that changed forever our family. It was a painful time and has been a long journey. One thing reigns true... the same God that watches over our nation is the same God that walks everyday with our family. He is there, ALWAYS and is good ALWAYS. Blessings abound ALWAYS. Do we miss Dan.. yes with every breath we take. Our hope in eternity remains. Our faith is strong and our need for our Father remains ever growing. So one day Dan we will all enjoy a 'forever' with you.

**I wrote this September 12, 2011**
If someone would have asked me if I would still be alive way back 'when' I would have promptly said NO!!! I am slowly dieing of a broken, but here we all remain continuing on with life. Many family events have come and gone since that horrific day all without Dan. Life just keeps on going forever forward minus one sweet, kind, loving and caring person among us. We all know without asking that each is thinking of him and some funny or sweet thing has said. We miss you Dan so much. Sometimes I think my heart will break from missing you and sometimes I cry with thankfulness because it is so full of you. Some people wonder if after awhile when they die if they will be always remembered. We remember you everyday in some way. I love you and have loved you with all my heart since the day the doctor placed you in my arms. Love and miss you son. mom

Linda Archuleta
Mother
October 22, 2011

Danny,
My God, I miss you buddy, You and I worked together in Westminster, Ca for five years and well, I never remember a day you were in a bad mood. You always had a smile and you always knew what you had to say to keep a down guys spirits up.

I remember when You and Laura moved to that cottage in Norwalk and you always checked for eggs.. I honor you every Christmas, the day you were born and your I was so honored to be invited to You and Laura's wedding that magical New Years day and I also remembered when you became a proud Papa for the first time and I was away overseas when you had your second.. A very lucky man to be surrounded with three loving ladies in your life.

I remember Laura's eulogy when she said about the time you two shared in your brand new pool. My dear friend, I am still trying to find that peace you had before you passed way before your time.

I truly miss you "Archie", remember that pet name we had for you at work? Miss you brother very much..

CW4 Ephraim Ramos
US Army
October 8, 2011

Miss you Dan. It's funny the things that remind me of you, but I see them all the time. Especially still living in Seal Beach, I am constantly seeing places and things that trigger memories of us being kids. Such good memories, and such simpler times. There is one song that was played during the slide show at your service that, when we sing it in church, I can't sing it. I can't even think of it, I have to focus on something completely different just to keep from losing it. And every time, I look next to me and Kim is already balling. She misses you too. :-)

Kevin
Friend
September 13, 2011

Remembering you today. Josh and Eliza spoke of you this morning while we were walking by the lake at Hume. We talked about launching the water balloon at unsuspecting boaters. Fond memories will always remain.

Lois
Aunt
September 12, 2011

Our thoughts are with the Archuleta family today. Both of our families share the same awful day. Danny and (Deputy) John (Gunsell) both lost their lives responding on back-up calls on the same day. Seven years have passed but they are not forgotten.

Kelly Gunsell LaCross
September 12, 2011

Its been 7 years since you left us, Still remember your smile and your contagious laughter. Miss you always and remember you forever.....

Nicole
Friend
September 12, 2011

Thought of you and Daddy quite a bit last week. Had a pretty rough day yesterday. Enjoyed being with the family at the COPS picnic today in Irvine. Missing you.....

Patsy Martin
Aunt Patsy
September 12, 2011

HAPPY 4TH. OF JULY SON. THIS IS ONE OF MANY HOLIDAYS THAT YOU REALLY ENJOYED SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY. THINKING OF ALL THE CRAZY THINGS YOU, MATT, AND JOSH WOULD DO. I THINK I CAN REMEMBER ONE 4TH. WHEN YOUR AUNT LOIS SAID SOMEONE MIGHT CALL THE LAW, AND YOU SAID I AM THE LAW. IF I GOT THAT STORY RIGHT. ANY WAY WE ARE MISSING YOU AND WISH YOU WERE HERE. ALL OUR LOVE. SEE YOU, AND GRANDPA SOON. LOVE DAD

DAD
FATHER
July 4, 2011

As our parents go up to pay tribute to you, just wamted to let you know we were the thinkin bout you.. We miss ya and love you...

The Shaver's
Cousins
April 30, 2011

Today is the 10th birthday of your Bella. She was only 3 when you died.
She is smart, sweet, cute and kind. Also this is the 15th anniversary of Matthew and Jennifer. What joy we shared at their wedding. God has blessed us in so many ways. I am happy but my heart hurts a lot that we don't have you here to share it all with. I know all the 'heaven' promises and I know you are there but it hurts here. Love and Miss you until the day I die. Mom

Anonymous
March 23, 2011

Remembering you and thinking about you.

Anonymous
December 26, 2010

Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas. Missed you today and everyday son. Love you. Mom

mother
December 25, 2010

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you,Happy Birthday to Danny, Happy Birthday to you.... As we were driving through the desert last ight to go to Julie's parents, was thinkn bout how today was your special day. As i sit here and write i know your looking down and telling us all.. Merry Christmas!!!!! Just a little note say i miss ya and i always think about you BIG CUZ..... love ya

Jason
Cousin
December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday Son. Thinking of you so much this Christmas Season. You are truly missed. Today you would have been 42 years old, but now, and forever you will be 35 years young :) I am picturing you with you Christmas Tie on and that wonderful smile you would have watching your girls open their Christmas gifts. Being with family always meant so much to you. One day we will all be together. Loving and Missing You Always.

Anonymous
December 25, 2010

Danny,

Thinking of you...and the family. Missing you, especially this time of the year. Just wanted to say happy birthday to you. Miss you, Nephew!!

Patsy Mooney-Martyn
Aunt Patsy
December 17, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving! I remember that picture of you holding that huge turkey leg as if you were going to eat the entire thing. Always last in line to be served, last to finish eating but first to leave us. Miss you son. Love you more than ever.
Love mom. XO

mother
November 29, 2010

Well Danny we are coming up on the Holidays and I remember how you looked forward to those happy time we all had to gather. This year once again you are celebrating with the Savior in Heaven what awonder that must be.We are still missing you as much as ever and loving youall the more.There is this empty space in my heart that only God and you can fill. Until I see you once again for eternity I will love you forever. Grandma

Anonymous
November 17, 2010

Watched an officer's service today. Brought back some sad times but also the good ones. He to was a hero who served faithfully his department and his God. This day he is in heaven... welcome him into the heavenly union of believers.
Miss you son...still and always. Love you.

mom
November 17, 2010

Got to have a play date with your girls. They are growing into such God loving ladies. Laura is doing a great job with them. I remember saying to you and Laura each time I would leave my job just to come over and play with Victoria that I was going to get fired over this, and then your comment would be "Then you could come everyday!" Anyway, had a great time with the girls and remembering you with them. Love Auntie Grace

Anonymous
November 11, 2010

Thought of you this weekend Dan. Miss having you around, but look forward to the day when we see each other again in Heaven. Until then, Kevin

Kevin
Friend
September 13, 2010

Time is too slow for those who wait
Too long for those who grieve
Too short for those who rejoice
but, for those you loved you...Time is eternity.
We will one day be spending eternity worshipping our Lord Jesus. Miss you.

Nick and Lois
aunt and uncle
September 12, 2010

6 years and still you are missed. Getting together at your bench for lunch with the family. The guys are getting together as always. V and B are beautiful and a blessing. You'd be proud. See ya one day. Love Mom

mother
September 12, 2010

Time.. is slow for those of wait
Too long for those who grieve
To short for those who rejoice
But, for those you loved you, Time if eternity...
We will see you again and spend eternity worshipping together our Lord and Savior.
We pray for your family this day.

Nick and Lois
Aunt and Uncle
September 11, 2010