He fulfilled his lifelong education quest and had found his teaching niche at Santa Clara. In his last act of selfless giving, he donated his organs to five critically ill patients; saving their lives. Thank you to staff at Stanford University Hosp. and Transplant team; Santa Clara staff and the many friends and students who have communicated and came to see him. Dan was a remarkable young man. He is survived by his Mom, Kerry Strickland and her partner Shawn Hays, Vancouver, WA; Father, Rick Strickland, Richland, WA; Grandmother, Margaret Strickland WallaWalla, WA and aunts and uncles. Memorial book located www.limafamilysantaclara.com. Memorial service will be held at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church on Saturday October 1st at 10:00 am. 950 Santa Cruz Ave. Menlo Park. Bring your smile.