I met Daniel and his wife Kayla at Second Baptist Church around 1993. We had in common that we were Christian, loved discussing and debating the Bible, and chess. Daniel was always so friendly, and his keen sense of humor kept me laughing. He always had a joke or pun to share.
In 1994, Daniel was searching AOL for “Christian” and “chess”, and found a new friend, Don Gaetke, of Minnesota. He introduced Don to me, and the three of us then played chess with each other through the Internet, and we had numerous debates on Biblical issues, including old earth/young earth. The three of us became a trio of best friends.
When Don flew down to Houston to meet us, both Daniel and I met him at the airport. We had a great time together. To this day we have been a close trio who have kept in touch via e-mail.
Daniel was so talented in his work. God prospered him in whatever he put his hand to – computers, network marketing, home schooling, witnessing – everything.
Though in the past 10 years our respective family duties kept us from seeing each other in person very often, I always knew that Daniel was one of my very best friends. I knew that if I ever needed anything, that he would be there for me, no matter what the cost.
He always told me, “Love you, Brother.” We were truly Brothers in the Lord.
Don and I are both a couple years older than Daniel, and we were shocked to our cores to hear of his passing. We said that now Daniel will get the answers to our debates before we will. Daniel now is with Jesus and must be so happy.
I have so many good memories of things Daniel told me and times I was blessed to spend with him.
Kayla, we love you and our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. If there’s ANYTHING I can do, please let me know. – Mark Kislingbury
