Danny G. Facto
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Danny G. Facto, 29, of Bridgeport NY, passed away Wednesday evening from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.Danny was a decorated Combat Veteran and Purple Heart recipient of two tours in Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division at Ft. Drum.
He is survived by his wife Kristen; his father John Henry Parker; Mother Jane Chrisco; and two children ages 6 and 7.
Funeral Services: Friends are invited to attend Danny's funeral service on Thursday July 23rd 2009 at 12:30pm at Hendricks Chapel on the Syracuse University campus. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at Traub Funeral Home, 7975 Rt. 31, Bridgeport.
Burial will take place in Valley Cemetery, with Military Honors, immediately following the service. Contributions to the Danny Glenn Facto Memorial Fund can be made by check to the Danny Glenn Facto Memorial Fund, 201 E. Jefferson Street, #145, Syracuse, NY 13202 or by direct wire transfer.
Additional information for contributions can be obtained by visiting www.veteransandfamilies.org.
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My dear presious family,words could never express how much i love and care for each and every one of you.Your loss left us all a bit empty. To see tear stained faces on the folks you love is heart breaking.May God help you through this nightmare. Kristen, Auntie loves you always..........Lila, I love you more than you could ever know and alwats have and always will sisters till the end... Kathy xo
Written by kathy arruda
2009-07-19 11:29:07 AM
I am Danny;s Great Aunt. I live in Oklahoma. I have never had the honor of meeting Danny and his family. But his father John is my nephew. John Henry's father is my brother, Dell Lee Parker. Danny has so many relatives that never got to meet him and his family. But we loved him. We are all so very proud of his service in Afganistan. He is a hero to all americans. Thank you Danny for your service. I wish the family well. Paulette Bell
Written by Paulette Bell
2009-07-19 2:27:16 PM
Dear Kristen, Tia, and Sid, We are so very sorry for your loss. Danny will be missed by many. We are all better people to have known such a good man. Danny was a proud father, husband and soldier. You three were his everything, no one loved you more than he did! We will keep you in our prayers that God will comfort you and give you peace. Thank you Danny for your service to our country, and for always being there for "B". I promise I will do the same for your 3. Much love, Mischel Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Amen.
Written by Mischel Satunas
2009-07-19 9:09:53 PM
kris and family; my deepest thoughts and love are with you at this time. my church family held you and the family in prayer yesterday and will continue to do so, as i will also..the passing of time will help. my lord will get you through..just call on his name. be strong my little cousin and godchild, you will make it. all my love and prayers,cousin jean in florida
Written by jean isaac
2009-07-20 11:08:14 AM
Dear Kristen, Tia, Sid, and family. My prayers are with all of you at this time. I only new my cousin for a brief moment in time, and will always remember him, he was such an amazing man. I wish we all could have gotten together last summer with Jasmine and her kids. I know that if anything can get family through hard times it is God. I know the loss of loved ones and of a father all to well. Know that Danny will always be with you in your hearts, your memory, and in spirit. For my uncle John, my prayers are with you. It seems that the only time we have had contact with each other is in times of loss of family. Words can not explain the loss of children, know that everything happens for a reason and that Danny is with you in heart, your memory, and in spirit. I send all of my love and sincerest of condolences to all of you. May God watch over all of your family in this time of need. Tiffany Parker daughter of Russel Arnold Parker 602-677-5889 PO Box 1483 Lakeside, AZ 85929
Written by Tiffany Michelle Parker
2009-07-20 12:09:45 PM
There comes a time in everyone’s life When you loose someone you love They’re here today and gone tomorrow To a better place above And when I think of the times we shared talkin about all sorts of stuff at O.C.C. Danny you are Hero to all people who love our country. Your name and friendship will always and forever be held Sacred to me. i wrote this because i know Danny is reading this from heaven.
Written by carl smith III
2009-07-20 12:50:25 AM
My name is Dave and I am a long time and close friend on Danny's Dad. They say the nut doesn't fall to far from the tree and that surely explains a lot of Danny's passions. Danny was totally committed to the important things in life like service to country,love and commitment to his family,and an ever growing ability to keep improving himself. I am so proud of the man Danny was during war and the man he was becoming in peace. A strong and committed Husband Father and Son. Although Danny was taken from us way too young, be sure that he left this world a little better of because of the man he was and the path he walked. I will miss you so very much. Your work on earth is now done Danny. May you Rest In Peace. Dave Siegel
Written by Dave Siegel
2009-07-21 3:48:32 PM
To Danny's wife,children,Mom and Dad and all of his friends and relatives: I and my wife Barbara are very sorry for your loss and will always remember and mention Danny's name,like our son Evan he will never be forgotten. They are now together again up in Heaven but they also are still here in our hearts and minds. I only met Danny a few times up at Ft Drum I wish I could have spent more time with him but duty called and my time was short. He was a fine Soldier and great husband and Dad from all I've heard. God Bless.
Written by Mike O'Neill
2009-07-21 5:14:27 AM
Kristen, We are so very sorry for your loss. We know that your family will help you through this terrible time. You & your children will be in our thoughts.
Written by Sue & Jim Peterson
2009-07-21 6:53:03 AM
Kristen and family, I know that there are no words that can help you through this difficult time but please know that you all are in my prayers and may God help you thru this diffcult time. Please never hesitate to call call me if you need anything.
Written by Jennifer Portorsnok
2009-07-21 7:46:28 AM
i am dannys little sister. danny was my bestfriend and my hero. kristen, i am so glad that danny met you. you two were like a puzzle, u fit together perfect. you are the female danny. i love you and tia and sid. all of you are my life and my world and i am so sorry for your loss. i love you and always will. love heather
Written by heather barrett
2009-07-22 11:23:16 PM
Kristen; Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Written by Denise & Lindsey Wallace
2009-07-22 7:34:45 AM
As one of Danny’s faculty advisors, I know Danny learned a great deal during his time at SU, but as one of his instructors, I can also attest to how much others learned from Danny. Danny was my student in a course titled, Human Diversity in Social Contexts (SWK/WSP328). It’s a course that is cross-listed with Women and Gender Studies and meets a number of undergraduate core requirements; therefore, it attracts a good mix of students from other departments and Colleges in the University. Students in this course are exposed to readings and videos that address various aspects gender, race, ethnicity, social class, disability, sexual orientation, language, and age, but one of the signatures of the course is students’ reflection on their own life experiences, values, and beliefs. Some students find this a challenging task; they are superficial in their self-refection. Danny was NOT one of those students. Some students are reluctant to speak out in the group setting, perhaps leaving themselves vulnerable to criticism. Danny was NOT one of those students. Danny was enthusiastically engaged and stunningly candid, giving his classmates much to think about and react to. His participation was an integral part of the instruction that semester. One story is particularly memorable. We were discussing examples of prejudice that we witnessed or experienced in our daily lives, and Danny told the class that he had seen a van in his neighborhood with a racial slur painted boldly on the side. This was an unusually blatant example of our topic and we discussed it at some length. As the next class session was starting, Danny raised his hand and said that he had something more to say about the van. He told the class that he had approached the owners of the van and told them that it wasn’t a good idea to drive around with something like that. They washed their car. It was a simple act that made a huge impression on us all. Not only did Danny’s stories give a real-life context to the messages heard in class, but he also set an example of acting on one’s convictions that was more powerful than anything in the course syllabus. I have enormous respect for Danny’s courage, his perseverance, and his tireless good humor. We will miss his contributions to our classrooms and to the social work profession.
Written by Karen Kirkhart
2009-07-23 9:56:07 AM
Danny was a student in the social policy course I taught this past spring semester. Although we did not have a long or close acquaintance, I got a feel for Danny’s potential as a social worker from his active class participation and conversations we had after class. I also recognized what a great spirit and personal charisma he had. What struck me about Danny were both his passion and his compassion. He was passionate about the needs of returning veterans and passionate about his interest in participating in their healing process. He had compassion for the problems being experienced by veterans and their families, but his compassion extended beyond veterans. In my course, we study the set of programs and policies in the U.S. that aim to assist persons in need—policies for health care, policies for housing, policies for persons in poverty, policies for children whose parents are not safely parenting them. Danny enriched the examination of the policies and their impact with his observations of how these policies are experienced by the people they serve. These were not angry or caustic observations, but empathetic and thoughtful ones. They came from his life experience, not only in the military, but as someone who has experienced challenges, himself, and who is sensitive to the challenges of those around him. In the image of Danny I’m keeping in my mind, he is sitting in the last row of my classroom, with a big smile on his face, but at the same time talking--contributing an observation or a statement that supports or augments the topic at hand. And while it is a happy image to have, it also reminds me that we have lost someone with much to offer, who would have been a wonderful social worker. I extend my condolences to all the members of Danny’s family.
Written by Nancy Mudrick
2009-07-24 3:02:56 PM
Danny was my son, and I loved him very much. He made me as proud as a mother can be, even more. He was loved much by his family in Arizona and his New York family and friends, of which I know he could not live without. His wife Kristen and his children Tia and Sidney were his life.He made a big difference in this world even in the short time he had with us. He will never be forgotten. I love you my son.. Love, Mom
Written by Jane Denton
2009-07-28 7:44:13 PM
Danny was a true American hero who served his country and his family well. He was an honorable soldier and citizen who 'fought the good fight' in Afghanistan and at home. He will never be forgotten. Kristen and family you are amazing and inspiring. My deepest sympathies to you. Trust we will honor his memory at Syracuse University in many ways and help you continue your education in tribute to him, your love, Danny. God Bless you now and always.
Written by Mary Pagan
2009-07-30 7:40:11 AM
We will never forget!!!
Written by Mark Soto
2009-08-04 5:56:01 PM
My Danny. How will I make it through without you? I know that you are with us all at different times. Your wife needs your guidance and strength to carry her through this loss. And your children will need your strength ass they get older. Just like footprints, they will see one set and it will have been you carrying them through their darkest hours. We will love and miss you until we see you again.....Thank you for being so wonderful. xoxox Jazz
Written by Jasmyne Parker
2009-09-27 4:05:01 PM
wow, this a real blow to me. danny was one of the first people i met when i got to fort drum. he would later turn out to be my team leader and then eventually my squad leader. we went and saw combat together in afghanistan. he was full of life, will to help. i cant imagine why he had to leave his family and friends so early. i will miss you danny, may we meet on a distant battle field.
Written by david ruiz
2009-09-29 11:39:21 AM
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My dear presious family,words could never express how much i love and care for each and every one of you.Your loss left us all a bit empty. To see tear stained faces on the folks you love is heart breaking.May God help you through this nightmare. Kristen, Auntie loves you always..........Lila, I love you more than you could ever know and alwats have and always will sisters till the end... Kathy xo
Written by kathy arruda
2009-07-19 11:29:07 AM
I am Danny;s Great Aunt. I live in Oklahoma. I have never had the honor of meeting Danny and his family. But his father John is my nephew. John Henry's father is my brother, Dell Lee Parker. Danny has so many relatives that never got to meet him and his family. But we loved him. We are all so very proud of his service in Afganistan. He is a hero to all americans. Thank you Danny for your service. I wish the family well. Paulette Bell
Written by Paulette Bell
2009-07-19 2:27:16 PM
Dear Kristen, Tia, and Sid, We are so very sorry for your loss. Danny will be missed by many. We are all better people to have known such a good man. Danny was a proud father, husband and soldier. You three were his everything, no one loved you more than he did! We will keep you in our prayers that God will comfort you and give you peace. Thank you Danny for your service to our country, and for always being there for "B". I promise I will do the same for your 3. Much love, Mischel Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Amen.
Written by Mischel Satunas
2009-07-19 9:09:53 PM
kris and family; my deepest thoughts and love are with you at this time. my church family held you and the family in prayer yesterday and will continue to do so, as i will also..the passing of time will help. my lord will get you through..just call on his name. be strong my little cousin and godchild, you will make it. all my love and prayers,cousin jean in florida
Written by jean isaac
2009-07-20 11:08:14 AM
Dear Kristen, Tia, Sid, and family. My prayers are with all of you at this time. I only new my cousin for a brief moment in time, and will always remember him, he was such an amazing man. I wish we all could have gotten together last summer with Jasmine and her kids. I know that if anything can get family through hard times it is God. I know the loss of loved ones and of a father all to well. Know that Danny will always be with you in your hearts, your memory, and in spirit. For my uncle John, my prayers are with you. It seems that the only time we have had contact with each other is in times of loss of family. Words can not explain the loss of children, know that everything happens for a reason and that Danny is with you in heart, your memory, and in spirit. I send all of my love and sincerest of condolences to all of you. May God watch over all of your family in this time of need. Tiffany Parker daughter of Russel Arnold Parker 602-677-5889 PO Box 1483 Lakeside, AZ 85929
Written by Tiffany Michelle Parker
2009-07-20 12:09:45 PM
There comes a time in everyone’s life When you loose someone you love They’re here today and gone tomorrow To a better place above And when I think of the times we shared talkin about all sorts of stuff at O.C.C. Danny you are Hero to all people who love our country. Your name and friendship will always and forever be held Sacred to me. i wrote this because i know Danny is reading this from heaven.
Written by carl smith III
2009-07-20 12:50:25 AM
My name is Dave and I am a long time and close friend on Danny's Dad. They say the nut doesn't fall to far from the tree and that surely explains a lot of Danny's passions. Danny was totally committed to the important things in life like service to country,love and commitment to his family,and an ever growing ability to keep improving himself. I am so proud of the man Danny was during war and the man he was becoming in peace. A strong and committed Husband Father and Son. Although Danny was taken from us way too young, be sure that he left this world a little better of because of the man he was and the path he walked. I will miss you so very much. Your work on earth is now done Danny. May you Rest In Peace. Dave Siegel
Written by Dave Siegel
2009-07-21 3:48:32 PM
To Danny's wife,children,Mom and Dad and all of his friends and relatives: I and my wife Barbara are very sorry for your loss and will always remember and mention Danny's name,like our son Evan he will never be forgotten. They are now together again up in Heaven but they also are still here in our hearts and minds. I only met Danny a few times up at Ft Drum I wish I could have spent more time with him but duty called and my time was short. He was a fine Soldier and great husband and Dad from all I've heard. God Bless.
Written by Mike O'Neill
2009-07-21 5:14:27 AM
Kristen, We are so very sorry for your loss. We know that your family will help you through this terrible time. You & your children will be in our thoughts.
Written by Sue & Jim Peterson
2009-07-21 6:53:03 AM
Kristen and family, I know that there are no words that can help you through this difficult time but please know that you all are in my prayers and may God help you thru this diffcult time. Please never hesitate to call call me if you need anything.
Written by Jennifer Portorsnok
2009-07-21 7:46:28 AM
i am dannys little sister. danny was my bestfriend and my hero. kristen, i am so glad that danny met you. you two were like a puzzle, u fit together perfect. you are the female danny. i love you and tia and sid. all of you are my life and my world and i am so sorry for your loss. i love you and always will. love heather
Written by heather barrett
2009-07-22 11:23:16 PM
Kristen; Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Written by Denise & Lindsey Wallace
2009-07-22 7:34:45 AM
As one of Danny’s faculty advisors, I know Danny learned a great deal during his time at SU, but as one of his instructors, I can also attest to how much others learned from Danny. Danny was my student in a course titled, Human Diversity in Social Contexts (SWK/WSP328). It’s a course that is cross-listed with Women and Gender Studies and meets a number of undergraduate core requirements; therefore, it attracts a good mix of students from other departments and Colleges in the University. Students in this course are exposed to readings and videos that address various aspects gender, race, ethnicity, social class, disability, sexual orientation, language, and age, but one of the signatures of the course is students’ reflection on their own life experiences, values, and beliefs. Some students find this a challenging task; they are superficial in their self-refection. Danny was NOT one of those students. Some students are reluctant to speak out in the group setting, perhaps leaving themselves vulnerable to criticism. Danny was NOT one of those students. Danny was enthusiastically engaged and stunningly candid, giving his classmates much to think about and react to. His participation was an integral part of the instruction that semester. One story is particularly memorable. We were discussing examples of prejudice that we witnessed or experienced in our daily lives, and Danny told the class that he had seen a van in his neighborhood with a racial slur painted boldly on the side. This was an unusually blatant example of our topic and we discussed it at some length. As the next class session was starting, Danny raised his hand and said that he had something more to say about the van. He told the class that he had approached the owners of the van and told them that it wasn’t a good idea to drive around with something like that. They washed their car. It was a simple act that made a huge impression on us all. Not only did Danny’s stories give a real-life context to the messages heard in class, but he also set an example of acting on one’s convictions that was more powerful than anything in the course syllabus. I have enormous respect for Danny’s courage, his perseverance, and his tireless good humor. We will miss his contributions to our classrooms and to the social work profession.
Written by Karen Kirkhart
2009-07-23 9:56:07 AM
Danny was a student in the social policy course I taught this past spring semester. Although we did not have a long or close acquaintance, I got a feel for Danny’s potential as a social worker from his active class participation and conversations we had after class. I also recognized what a great spirit and personal charisma he had. What struck me about Danny were both his passion and his compassion. He was passionate about the needs of returning veterans and passionate about his interest in participating in their healing process. He had compassion for the problems being experienced by veterans and their families, but his compassion extended beyond veterans. In my course, we study the set of programs and policies in the U.S. that aim to assist persons in need—policies for health care, policies for housing, policies for persons in poverty, policies for children whose parents are not safely parenting them. Danny enriched the examination of the policies and their impact with his observations of how these policies are experienced by the people they serve. These were not angry or caustic observations, but empathetic and thoughtful ones. They came from his life experience, not only in the military, but as someone who has experienced challenges, himself, and who is sensitive to the challenges of those around him. In the image of Danny I’m keeping in my mind, he is sitting in the last row of my classroom, with a big smile on his face, but at the same time talking--contributing an observation or a statement that supports or augments the topic at hand. And while it is a happy image to have, it also reminds me that we have lost someone with much to offer, who would have been a wonderful social worker. I extend my condolences to all the members of Danny’s family.
Written by Nancy Mudrick
2009-07-24 3:02:56 PM
Danny was my son, and I loved him very much. He made me as proud as a mother can be, even more. He was loved much by his family in Arizona and his New York family and friends, of which I know he could not live without. His wife Kristen and his children Tia and Sidney were his life.He made a big difference in this world even in the short time he had with us. He will never be forgotten. I love you my son.. Love, Mom
Written by Jane Denton
2009-07-28 7:44:13 PM
Danny was a true American hero who served his country and his family well. He was an honorable soldier and citizen who 'fought the good fight' in Afghanistan and at home. He will never be forgotten. Kristen and family you are amazing and inspiring. My deepest sympathies to you. Trust we will honor his memory at Syracuse University in many ways and help you continue your education in tribute to him, your love, Danny. God Bless you now and always.
Written by Mary Pagan
2009-07-30 7:40:11 AM
We will never forget!!!
Written by Mark Soto
2009-08-04 5:56:01 PM
My Danny. How will I make it through without you? I know that you are with us all at different times. Your wife needs your guidance and strength to carry her through this loss. And your children will need your strength ass they get older. Just like footprints, they will see one set and it will have been you carrying them through their darkest hours. We will love and miss you until we see you again.....Thank you for being so wonderful. xoxox Jazz
Written by Jasmyne Parker
2009-09-27 4:05:01 PM
wow, this a real blow to me. danny was one of the first people i met when i got to fort drum. he would later turn out to be my team leader and then eventually my squad leader. we went and saw combat together in afghanistan. he was full of life, will to help. i cant imagine why he had to leave his family and friends so early. i will miss you danny, may we meet on a distant battle field.
Written by david ruiz
2009-09-29 11:39:21 AM
