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Mr. Dante Remo
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Kathleen R Lasola uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Eulogy for Dan Remo
Welcome family, barkada, friends, FilCan riders and all who have gathered here to honour the late Dan Remo.
My name is Kathleen (aka Bebe), Dan’s 1st niece. I am the second eldest of the Remo grandchildren. My Mom is Dan’s Ate Vena, his oldest sister. As one can see just by looking around today the Remo family is quite large. My Lola Alice and Lolo Dagul had 7 children with Tito Dan being the second youngest. I actually met Tito Dan when I was just a baby and I’ve known him pretty much my whole life. When my Lola, Lolo, Tito Caloy, Tito Dan and Tita Elvie immigrated to Canada on December 12 1979 they settled in Scarborough with my family. We all lived together sharing a 2 bedroom apartment among the 9 of us. After a few months Lola and Lolo acquired an apartment of their own on the same 4th floor at Mornelle Court. In our younger years my Kuya James and I grew up with my Lola and Lolo, Tito Caloy, Tita Elvie and Tito Dan just down the hall from us. It was comforting to know we had them so close by. I felt very safe and loved having them all there.
Even during those early years I remember Tito Dan being so kind and loving to me as well as to my Kuya and my cousins Alan and Michael. One of my earliest memories was receiving my first lego set and Glo worm for Christmas. These were given by my Tito Caloy and Tito Dan which shows their generosity as these toys were the hottest toys of the time and I’m sure they were quite expensive. My cousin Alan and I each received the same gifts and we loved these toys! We had so many fun times playing with them while our Lola Alice took care of us.
Tito Dan’s generosity continued throughout my life. He loved to garden along with Tita Elma and they grew some beautiful plants together. Their green thumbs were used to grow a gorgeous garden around Bondgate as well as medicinal cannabis which he would share with friends and family. Though he rarely used his harvest, he enjoyed watching these plants grow and knowing that they would help others in pain or discomfort brought him joy.
Mom told me a story about when they worked together at Toronto Plastics. Tito Dan was actually her first driving instructor. Neither of them had a license at the time but they would drive to work at Midland and Ellesmere in our white Chevy Nova. They would be so nervous on their way to work but would laugh once they reached their destination safely. That was just like him, he was brave and took calculated risks.
Tito Dan was always fond of children. Even when he was a youngster in the Philippines he would often watch my Kuya James when he was a baby so that my mom could do chores around the house. He never hesitated to lend a helping hand. He was always a kind and loving uncle to us all. Throughout my life he was always present at the numerous family gatherings. When he became a father in 1987 bringing Nikki into our family I couldn’t be happier. Though I loved playing games and Transformers with my Kuya James, Alan and Michael I longed to have a girl cousin to play with! I finally had someone to play dolls and dress-up with as well as share my love of NKOTB. God must have heard my plea because after Nik was born we were blessed with Trina and more and more girls being born into our family. As the years went on, we continued to grow in numbers which only enriched our family with each and every addition.
As we got older and began going away to cottages with friends, Tito Dan and Tita Nat would allow us to bring Nikki along (though she was several years younger than us). Thank you for trusting me and allowing us the freedom to share these memorable times together.
Tito Dan was definitely a free-spirit. He loved adventure and lived life to the fullest. He was our cool uncle who drove a Z28 in the 80’s and loved to go on epic rides on his motorcycle in his later years. He loved dogs and training them, especially his beloved German Shepherds.
He had a warm and caring nature and loved and cherished his family. His daughters and grandson were very fortunate to have had him as their father and Lolo. I see so many of his characteristics in you all, especially Manny. He had the most charismatic and charming smile that shined through his eyes. He was truly one of a kind! Those who had the privilege of knowing him and loving him will surely miss his presence and warm sense of humor.
I just wanted to acknowledge our Tita Elma for being a devoted and loving wife to Tito Dan. Thank you for taking good care of him and for patiently loving him even during his stubborn moments. We are all very lucky to have you in our family as well as your delicious suman that you bring to our parties, lol!
Tito Dan, I will never forget the early hours of January 11, 2024 when we lost you so suddenly. When I saw you that night you looked peaceful as if you were sleeping soundly. I feel fortunate to have had the chance to hold your hand and give you one last kiss before they took you away. Though our hearts are broken from you being taken so unexpectedly and for us not being able to say goodbye, we can find comfort in knowing that you didn't have to suffer before Our Heavenly Father took you home.
May we learn from your example of how you lived your life without fear and to follow our heart and pursue our passions. May we learn to cherish everyday and count every breath as a blessing. May we remember that every moment shared with loved ones is a gift to treasure.
You have been set free from this world but your spirit and light is everlasting. I would like to ask Our Heavenly Father to please take Dan Remo’s soul into your loving arms to keep for eternity. I ask for healing for our whole family as we grieve the loss of our beloved Tito Dan. Please watch over Tita Elma, Trina, Nikki and Manny as they figure out how to move forward from this moment. Give them strength, guidance and grant them comfort. Be with them always and shield them in your light and divine protection. I ask this all in Christ Jesus’ name, Amen.
We're going to miss you Tito Dan! Rest peacefully and until we meet again please give Lola and Lolo a big hug and kiss from all of us. We love you so so so very much!
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Sunday, January 28, 2024
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Dad was 24 when I was born. My mom was 21.
Both so young, neither of them really knew what they were doing, but I guess it ended up working out okay lol.
My mom worked during the day when Trina and I were finally in school and a little older. My dad worked nights and they didn’t have any additional help. My dad was home sleeping for his night shift anyway. So, as you can imagine, no mom and sleeping dad made it easy for us to run AMUCK. AND WE DID!
Dad slept like a bear (which I inherited) and sometimes wouldn’t hear us ringing the doorbell after school. We would have to go to the side of the house to kick the windows to the basement. Sometimes he heard it, sometimes he didn’t lol. There were a couple times I had to find a bucket in the garage to pee in! Thanks dad.
As I got older, as especially now being in a co-parenting situation myself, I asked a lot of questions about what kind of working relationship they had. Mom told me they never even had an arrangement. He called, she okay’d. “He’s your dad so if he wanted to take you guys anywhere then he did.” AND HE DID!
We went to our cousins houses, Lola and Lolo’s house, fam jams, Christmas parties, camping, fishing, road trips. We would get in trouble with mom and the first words out of her mouth was “I’m gonna call your dad”, “if you won’t listen to me then you’ll have to listen to your dad” YIKES. It always worked, albeit temporarily, but it did.
Dad still scared me into my adult years. (Not Trina though, she always thought she could take him but I’ve watched her FAIL MISERABLY over the years). She got that fearlessness, and everything else, from dad. Her attempts would at least wind him and make him belly laugh. We lived for those moments. For me, I’m not sure if it was fear of him or just a fear of disappointing him. I’m a daddy’s girl. Trina’s daddy’s boy lol. And I could never take him. His first move was the hand in the kilikili and IM OUT.
We have a video of Trina asking him if he would have preferred boys over girls. He thinks about it for a moment and says “doesn’t matter”. She continues to press, “but you had to have had a preference”…. “No, doesn’t matter”. And I think it’s because he got the best of both worlds - the tenderness of daughters but the personality of sons. We’d be sitting on his lap one minute and wrestling the next.
Dad’s garage was headquarters in the summer. Car washing, camping/fishing prep, tool rental, tire storage, bar, smoking room. It has been and will always be one of my favourite places. Even though he’s not physically here, I know he’ll sit with us there until we’re old and grey.
To my dad - You were the first man I’ve ever loved and I would choose you to be my dad in every lifetime. I worry you couldn’t know exactly how much I adored you. How do you articulate a feeling so profound? I hope you felt loved by your daughters every minute of everyday. Because we did, and we do.
I promise to keep your memory alive and pass your lessons down to Manny. He will always be reminded of the gentle giant who loved him with all his heart and who was the most excited to hear that he would have a grandson. I’ll be sure to show him the videos of you celebrating at my gender reveal.
I would often tell you that you can never leave me because I’ll always need you. I still mean it.
I can’t imagine a life without you and I wish I never had to. I would give everything to hold your big, rough hand one more time. Please save a space for me wherever you are because the only place I wanna be is right next to you.
Until we meet again, I’ll always need you and I’ll always miss you. I love you daddy. My heart will always beat for you.
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Deo Moreno posted a condolence
Friday, January 26, 2024
Dan Remo leaving us so soon creates sadness in our hearts, but we find comfort in the memories we shared, the laughter, the music, camping trips, poker nights, many family celebrations that will remind us of you.
Rest in peace Dan. “Barkada” family will miss you so much but your spirit will forever live on in our hearts and minds.
Bev & Deo Moreno
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Reuben De Guzman lit a candle
Friday, January 26, 2024
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You will be missed Brod Dan. Your signature smile, the way you laugh and most specially your kindness. The one thing i will miss the most is our conversation about our pets and providing me pointers on how to train my dog. Even though it is hard to accept that you’re not with us physically, you will always remain in our hearts and stories. Rest in peace brother.
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Melanie Avera lit a candle
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Dan - We all will miss your smiling eyes and smile. So thankful you passed these beautiful traits to Nik and Trina, and Manny. Rest in peace brother. Wil and Mel Avera
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Elvira Remo lit a candle
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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One thing I love about my big brother Dan is his persistence and dedication at anything he sets his mind on. When we were young he hated going to school. He felt he didn’t learn anything there. But through the years, I saw him take up new hobbies…immersing himself fully to those hobbies and had the best time doing them. I feel he may not be the best student but he was the best in terms of learning / living through experience and all the meanwhile enjoying his life. As the old saying goes…”he did it his way”…
I love you big brother and I will miss you forever. My heart aches every time I think about not seeing your smiling face anymore but I take comfort that you are now with our Creator and with Nanay and Tatay.
Rest in peace my brother. THANK YOU for all the things you’ve done for me. Until we meet again.
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Sammy, Phil, Greyson and Liam lit a candle
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Tito Dan,
It's almost impossible to know where to begin. For as long as I can remember you have always been there; every Remo gathering, every Barkada party, every truly funny moment.
I'm still in complete shock that you are no longer physically with us but I know that your presence will be felt every time we go camping, every road trip we take, and every time Nikki and I would have a mischievous plan that we know we could get in trouble for (that smile you've always given us letting us know that you know we know you know is forever ingrained in my mind).
It's taken me hours to figure out how to keep this short and end it but I can't quite figure out how to say goodbye.
So I won't.
Instead I want to thank you for every memory that I will cherish and pass onto the boys (mainly the camping in the rain ones).
Til we meet again, I love you Tito Dan.
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Berts and Ryan + Fam lit a candle
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Tito Dan,
this hurts so much to write..
How does one sum up how grateful they are for everything you’ve done, how much love you’ve given and memories you created?
You are gone way too soon and yet you have filled our hearts and minds with more than a lifetime of warmth with that smile, soundtracks of your laughter and countless jokes.
My hands quiver as I write this because I can’t fathom life without you. I sit hear with hand over my face, catching tears and the only thing I hear is “its ok Berta, I’m ok”.
You’ve been the face we all look for at family gatherings, you’re the voice behind every joke; you’re the one that was always there.
The legacy you leave behind is something so beautiful, strong and untouchable. Thank you for being more than an uncle, thank you for everything.
I love you, I will forever miss you.
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Carlos and Tina Remo lit a candle
Monday, January 22, 2024
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Dan you will forever be in our heart.
Ride fast and high. We know how much you love us.
Pls watch over us. Until we see you again.
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Carlos and Cristina Remo posted a condolence
Monday, January 22, 2024
Dan Dan Dan.
You will be missed so much. You have left us too soon to quick. We did not even get to say goodbyes.
But then we realized maybe you didn’t want to say goodbye.
But rather say “see you later”.
I think that’s better.
The kids and Caloy and me really appreciate the times we spent together. You’re the best. One of a kind. Best brother, brother in law and uncle.
We love you dearly and we’ll see you later. From Carlos and cristina Remo
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Junn Mesina posted a condolence
Sunday, January 21, 2024
My deepest sympathy to all friends and the whole family of Dan. We are all saddened that you left us so early bro. We still have lots of riding plans and now you will join us in spirit. You will always be in our hearts at Filcan Riders Riding Club.
We had so many miles riding together and we will cherish those moments with you. Your memories will serve as a Blessing to us.
Rest in peace Brother Dan.....Prayers......
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Dan Berenguel posted a condolence
Friday, January 19, 2024
To my ex brother in law Dante, thank you for loving my nieces, Nikki. N Trina, with my grand nephew, Manny with your unconditional love. Thank you for inviting our family way back in the early 90’s on our camping trips. Watching Nikki, Trina and Shauny play together and become really close. Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Remo Family. From Dan & Merlinda Berenguel
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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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To my bro Dan, it was always fun riding with you. Kita kits will never be the same without you now. You left so much great memories that will never be forgotten. You are now an angel looking down on us, keeping us safe on our rides. Rest in peace bro!
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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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The memories of riding with you will always be remembered in my heart as you ride through the heaven with all the angels.
You had called me one afternoon that you’re around my area in Ajax and you wanted to go for a ride. I said where to? Anywhere! We rode to Buckhorn for a coffee, Hwy507 twisty road, Haliburton to eat and back home late at night. One evening after kitakits, we decided to go to Niagara Falls at 9pm leaving Oakville. Let’s Go! We stopped at our brother Reuben’s place in Stoney Creek for coffee and continued our ride to Niagara Falls. We got there, we ate late dinner, looked at all people that were walking around Clifton Hill and then rode home. I got home early morning at 2am, tired but excited for the next ride. Spontaneous rides together will never be forgotten.
With our FilCan brothers, you had gone some epic rides from overnight, weekend, a week and 10 days trip out riding with your brothers. The Siopao run will be the most memorable. It was almost like a tradition with FilCan to ride to Guelph and eat lunch at Lovely Pao Filipino restaurant. I remember talking to you at our Christmas party about future rides with FilCan and we planned on riding to Sturgis 2025. The look of your face was full of excitement and I know why exactly. It is one of your bucket list to do. We will miss you brother Dan now that you’re not here with us. You will not be alone in heaven as our brother Joel is waiting for you to ride endless mile in heaven. Two angels watching over us now.
May you rest in eternal peace brother Dan and your spirit rides beside us on every journey. ❤️❤️❤️
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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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We first met Dan on a gas station coming back from Friday PD13th ride some 7yrs ago and that was the start of the wonderful friendship with the Filcan Riders. We all share the same passion, the love of motorcycles and long/short/fun rides. His meekness, smile and humility will long be remembered by the group and friends. Goodbye for now Dan, keep riding with the angels to the heavenlies..
mike cabrera
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Natalie Remo lit a candle
Thursday, January 18, 2024
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“Grief, we’ve learned is really just love…
It’s all the love you want to give but cannot. All of that unspent love gathered in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, the hallow part of your chest.
Grief is just love with no place to go…”
Wishing you peace and healing energy during this time of loss. Sending our deepest condolences to family and loved ones of Dan Remo.
Rest in Peace.
The Berenguel Family
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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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I met Dan when I was just turning 18 (so many, many moons ago). He had a black Camaro that would be blasting the song "Diamond Girl" (ahh, the 80's!) when he rolled up on our driveway at Bethany Leigh to pick up my sister, Nats. Getting to know the Remo family in those early years was fun, if a little intimidating...there were so many of them, lol. One thing that always stuck out though was that Remo smile - best smile ever! Dan also introduced to our family, doggos, Princess & the many Brunos. So many years past and I'm just happy I was able to catch up with Dan at little Manny's first birthday where he told me about his latest passion - road trips on his motorcycle. I wish I could have told him how I will be forever grateful for giving our family Nikki & Trina. Thank you Dan for teaching them to love camping, fishing, bonding with family and giving them that beautiful Remo smile. Your legacy shines brightly in them and now in little Manny. We promise to love them even more and will always be there for them. Rest now & enjoy being with your family in heaven I'm sure they've missed you too. Sending our sincere condolences to our beloved Nikki, Trina and Alma & the Remo family. Love, TaGel, Venice & Noah
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Sunday, January 14, 2024
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