My  name is Monica Hernadez, but Daniel knew me as Mrs. Williams, his 10th grade English teacher.  On my way to the service today, my 8 year old daughter asked me if I had written a speech for my student.  She knows I enjoy writing and she knows I've been crying so many tears over this young man, but she doesn't know why.  The following may shed some light on why Daniel touched my heart. 

Although Daniel rarely came to class, when he did, I would hold him back after school and we would have a few minutes together to talk truths.  While I won't share all that he said, I will share with his family and friends that he struggled with his losses.  He carried much pain in his heart. I think that's why we connected when we did.  When Daniel was in my class,  I was going through a divorce, and like him, I was doing my best to hide my pain, but as an adult, I was better at coping than he was.  

Daniel always wanted to do better, but there was an obvious pull on him that led him to not making the best decisions.  When I looked at him, I saw this young man who held onto mixed emotions of anger, sadness, joy and he just didn't know how to manage them very well.  On the first day of school of Daniel's junior year, he came to my classroom. I was overwhelmed with how good he looked. He looked ready to be a new student...ready to let go of his losses and past decisions.  Daniel said he wanted to see me and say thank you. I think he wanted me to see him too.  Man, I was proud of that kid! I gave him a big hug and told him he could do it.  He could have a good school year if he really worked hard and he could come and get help from me any time. 

Unfortunately , I never saw Daniel again.  Although his absence then and now makes me sad, I will always cherish my final memory of Daniel, clean, ready to start the school year, and grateful.  RIP my little Chicano brother.  I'm grateful to God that he placed both of us in each other's path. 
--Ms. Hernandez

Campos, I want you to know that we Love you a lot. Me and my family are praying for you and your boys. We are here for you.  

Tommy Campos and family. 

So sorry for the  loss of your Son. The LORD give you His peace that passes all understanding.  Amen

I have never been good with words, especially with someone who I only got to spend little time with. I’m  Danny’s teacher that worked with him in Ms. william’s class and even though we had few encounters because how much school he missed, he made a lasting impression in my life. As soon as he walked in class I could see the weight of his world in his eyes, but if he showed off that beautiful  smile I knew he was going to give it a try.  I bugged him during class to try some more, to focus, to explain to me what he understood, to get out a pencil, slid in a piece a paper because he didn’t have one out, or gave him that eye that tells you to get back to work. In class he gave it the best he could and we loved being a part of it. He would get pulled out of class and we would call the office to let him come back and most of the times they would let him come back. Although  Danny may have been seen weak too so many people because he gave into the not so right things in life but we, his teachers, that got to know a little bit of his story new his courage, his endurance, and perseveration. He truly was a special young man and only our God knows why he took him so soon, but God has him now holding him and giving him that comfort & peace his heart may have needed. 

Thank you for this opportunity to share. 

Ms. Sanchez (Ibarra) 
Norte Vista High School 

My Deepest condolences Louie for the loss of your son .
May You feel Gods presence as you mourn and know he is at peace. 
Keep and talk about the memories you have had with him in his short life.
Hugs and prayers go out to those he touched , family and friends
✝️🙏🏽✝️❤️

So sorry for your loss may the Lord guide you and your family though this time in your life love you cousin

My Deepest Condolences for the passing of Daniel, goes out to the Family, to His Brothers and Sister and Father and Mother. I am lost for words, but please know God is your higher power in comfort.  
With The Deepest Respect For All, Sylvia and Chuckie Mejia

My deepest condolences to you and your family mijo my prayers will be with you guys threw this sad time Love you 

From Your Uncle Coco and Family from Fresno Ca

Send prayers and Love to the Campos Family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Nephew you will forever be in my heart ❤️ till we meet again. The room will never be the same without your smile . Love you 

OBITUARY

Daniel Ralph Campos

January 6, 2003 – November 25, 2020

Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary

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