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David Hahn, R.I.P.
September 19, 2008 8:09 PM
Forgive me the personal indulgence, but my brother's brother-in-law, David Hahn, passed away this week at the age of 35. Today was the funeral.
Dave was born with Williams Syndrome, but that never stopped him from being the happiest person in whatever room he was in. You can read more about him HERE.
Williams Syndrome means a lot of things. In David's case, it meant some developmental disabilities and a heart murmur. But the "genetic disability" meant that he wasn't born like a lot of us are -- he loved everyone, he judged no one, he was not on the lookout for ulterior motives.
If you went to Stanford any time in the past decade or so, you may have known Dave. He worked in one of the cafeterias and was a fixture at college sporting events. If you knew him at all, log onto the above link and post a message about him; the outpouring of love for him has meant a lot to my brother's in-laws, Dave's parents.
I only knew Dave for a short while, since my brother married his sister in 2005. He was a gift.
All of you -- Obama supporters, McCain supporters, Fannie Mae execs, whoever...hug those people close to you a little tighter tonight.
- jpt
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Sorry for your loss Jake...
Posted by: Tanya | Sep 20, 2008 5:22:22 AM
It's nice to take a step back from all this political BS and remember what's important. God bless you, David, wherever you are.
Posted by: Jessica | Sep 20, 2008 2:42:30 AM
My Condolences Jake
Posted by: Leonard Peltier | Sep 20, 2008 2:19:13 AM
Jake, You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers tonight. It is so difficult to lose a loved one. May he rest in peace.
Posted by: Jay | Sep 20, 2008 12:26:32 AM
Rest in peace, david
Posted by: jgaw | Sep 20, 2008 12:11:11 AM
what a tender piece. i am sorry for your loss.
Posted by: mara | Sep 20, 2008 12:02:31 AM
Jake - my deepest sympathies. I hope God gives the family comfort at this very difficult time.
Posted by: David | Sep 19, 2008 11:55:32 PM
May all the happiness, love, and care Dave inspired surround his family and friends as they grieve his loss.
God bless.
Posted by: Danny | Sep 19, 2008 11:48:36 PM
sorry for your loss, jpt. I tried to pass on my wishes to a, l, & liitle i. But give all my warm wishes during this tough time.
Posted by: rahuldeep | Sep 19, 2008 11:37:13 PM
What a lovely tribute.
My best to you, your brother, and his in-laws.
Posted by: MayBee | Sep 19, 2008 11:23:35 PM
Thank you for reminding us that we are all one and are all blessed with the love of the special people that surround us. My condolences to all that were touched by the love of this man.
Posted by: Amy T | Sep 19, 2008 11:09:31 PM
Jake, Thank you for sharing Dave's story with us. My condolences and prayers to his family. We are all one in God's eyes and brothers and sisters wherever we might come from. I will remember to be grateful for what I have and will remember this post for long.
Posted by: Question | Sep 19, 2008 10:40:31 PM
My family and I learned of special love...and family... from meeting David.
Thank You David!
Our prayers are with you and your family
Posted by: Tom | Sep 19, 2008 10:20:33 PM
RIP Dave
Posted by: Peg | Sep 19, 2008 10:16:18 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jake, and your entire family. May David rest in peace and everyone who knew and loved him find comfort in their beautiful memories.
Posted by: shelobster | Sep 19, 2008 10:00:05 PM
He sounds like a remarkable man. My condolences to you all.
Posted by: CJ | Sep 19, 2008 9:55:17 PM
Jake, my condolences to your family. May the sorrow that each of your feel be quickly overcome by eternal memories.
What our country could use right now is some Obama-Biden supporters and some McCain-Palin supporters giving each other some hugs! We may have our differences, but what family doesn't? And all three hundred million of us are as one large family under God! And may He continue to bless each and everyone of us!
Posted by: James Danley | Sep 19, 2008 9:53:20 PM
My condolences to you and your family.
Posted by: D.H. | Sep 19, 2008 9:36:38 PM
Experiencing a loss is weird. It stirs us up and sets us back all at once. My heart goes out to you, your sister and other family and friends that knew him.
Posted by: Common Sense | Sep 19, 2008 9:36:24 PM
Deepest regrets, Jake. As a biomedical researcher, I actually know some people who've worked on this disorder, and have met some patients. I agree, Williams Syndrome patients are among the most disarmingly loving and human people I've ever met. Sorry for your loss.
What a shame to have to descend back into the mess this campaign has become.
Posted by: Tungsten | Sep 19, 2008 9:34:50 PM
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