Hi,
I just wanted to tell you how moved I was/am by your website remembering Daniel.

I am not, as far as I know, a close relative.  It just so happens that I AM a Reiter; but of the California variety. 
What caught my attention - and what I wanted to pass along to you - is that my oldest son is names Daniel James Riain Reiter - born August 24, 1994.....So - the name goes on :-)

I lost my little brother a few years back, Jess Reiter; so this site affected me in a number of ways.  Thank you.

I hope this note finds you all well and happy (and in better times).

Peace
Ed (Reiter)
Santa Cruz, CA

Danny, There is nothing anyone could have said or done. You were in pain, both physical, deep in your heart from the emotional rollercoaster you were on, and sick with the love you felt for your girls and the possibility of letting them down somehow. If you would have been able to stop and realize that all they needed was you, You would have. At that moment you couldn't. Stress and pain do crazy things to people who are otherwise vibrant, full of life and love. Now, Danny, you need to reach out and touch the lives of your family in subtle ways to let them know you are there with them. You need to comfort them. Our hearts break as if it were yesterday... and the pain does not dull, it just deepens. You are missed more with each passing day. My thoughts today are with Aunt Sandy, Uncle Ken, your girls and the rest of the family. Love You always

I never told you because I thought you knew,
but I am not sure that would change what you planned  to do.

I had a funny feeling , I somehow knew it was you,
when my cell phone went off after I heard something was wrong.

And then I heard what you had done, 
and I couldn't stop the tears or I would've also died.

Our parents loved you and they told you,
but that didn't stop what you planned  to do.

You were a terrific person, a tough and determined guy
I never saw you worry and I never saw you cry.

I have shed many tears for you,
I have prayed for you too.

But every day I wonder if you'd still be here if you'd known,
if only you'd listened, I loved you too.

If tomorrow starts without me,
And I'm not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things, we didn't get to say.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name,
And took me by the hand,
And said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
And that I'd have to leave behind;
All those I dearly love.
But as I turned to walk away,
A tear fell from my eye
For all my life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays,
The good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we had.
If I could relive yesterday,
Just even for a while,
I'd say good-bye and kiss you
And maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized,
That this could never be,
For emptiness and memories,
Would take the place of me.
And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
My heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
From His great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity, And all I've promised you."
Today your life on earth is past,
But here life starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last,
And since each day's the same way,
There's no longing for the past.
You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
You knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven, And now at last you're free.
So won't you come and take my hand, And share my life with me?
So when tomorrow starts without me, Don't think we're far apart,
For every time you think of me, I'm right here, in your heart.

If love could change the way things are
you would live forever and go so far
You'd know that I am always there
That I'll always love you, I'll always care

But love can't change the way things are
Or stop your pain or mend your scars
I hope that love can let you know
Not to give up or ever let go

Even when you're not in sight
You're in my thoughts day and night
Love is what will keep you there
And make me thankful for all we share

I'm glad to see you found this Kari, thanks for sharing and posting the pic of your kids.

Do not destroy my memory.

I did what I did because I LOVED YOU!

Do not do self destructive things that will later cause you more remorse or regret.

People will talk, don't let what they say be the TRUTH.

Although I am not there beside you physically, know that I see you.

Remember our Love...

Do not destroy my memory.