Darrent's Funeral Arrangments - The Orange Mane

footstepsfrom#27 · 01-01-2007, 11:49 PM

It was announced on the local news here tonight, so if you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or even if you don't and want to attend Darrent's funeral, I just thought I'd pass on the info that was released on the local news this evening. He will be burried this Saturday. I hesitate to give the location on the net since this appears to be a very small church and I'm not sure they could handle or would want to handle a ton of phone calls with everything else they have to do. I certainly don't want to post their contact information where it could potentially be abused. But if you're serious about going, PM me and I'll send it to you. I'm sure that his family would appreciate any Bronco fans show of caring support.

enjolras · 01-02-2007, 12:03 AM

The OM should do something... I'm in Denver right now but I'll be headed back to DFW on Thursday. I don't know.. I might be able to take something by if anyone wants me too.

chaz · 01-02-2007, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by enjolras

The OM should do something... I'm in Denver right now but I'll be headed back to DFW on Thursday. I don't know.. I might be able to take something by if anyone wants me too.

i think it would be cool if you printed off all of the memories and sympathies being posted...im sure the family would appreciate it

Rulon Velvet Jones · 01-02-2007, 01:11 AM

Footsteps, I'm in Arlington and may attend depending on the time. I have my resources to get the information. Let me know if you're going as well.

footstepsfrom#27 · 01-02-2007, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Rulon Velvet Jones

Footsteps, I'm in Arlington and may attend depending on the time. I have my resources to get the information. Let me know if you're going as well.

I'll be going.

Garcia Bronco · 01-02-2007, 01:13 AM

if you go to the funeral....wear a suit and tie.....don't show up in you Broncos wind breaker

smalltowngrll · 01-02-2007, 01:21 AM

Did the family want money donated to a charity in lieu of flowers?? Any info on that??

Rulon Velvet Jones · 01-02-2007, 01:27 AM

I'll write the media relations guy for the Broncos tomorrow (a former intern works for the Mavs, I'll ask him as well) about attendance and if there would be an opportunity to present flowers/check to the family on behalf of the fans from the Orangemane. I found the address for the funeral online tonight. Just needing to see about the time.

footstepsfrom#27 · 01-02-2007, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by smalltowngrll

Did the family want money donated to a charity in lieu of flowers?? Any info on that??

I haven't heard anything anounced about that yet but if I hear I'll post it.

milehimike · 01-02-2007, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by chaz

i think it would be cool if you printed off all of the memories and sympathies being posted...im sure the family would appreciate it

Try and put that thought into action. Great Idea, it would let the family know what he meant to his fans.

heydensmom · 01-02-2007, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by smalltowngrll

Did the family want money donated to a charity in lieu of flowers?? Any info on that??

As most everyone has, including myself, he had intention of returning to Fort Worth to help youth stay out of gangs. Maybe a charity of that sorts or even gang prevention charities in Denver.

plummershelper · 01-02-2007, 10:44 AM

I'm in DFW as well. I was thinking about going, but didn't want to look like some ahole just dropping in because I was a fan of his. I'm still not sure if I'll go yet, I think it's a real delicate issue. If people are going, maybe we can get a spot to meet at first and go over together so we're not just trickling in.

El Guapo · 01-02-2007, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by plummershelper

I'm in DFW as well. I was thinking about going, but didn't want to look like some ahole just dropping in because I was a fan of his. I'm still not sure if I'll go yet, I think it's a real delicate issue. If people are going, maybe we can get a spot to meet at first and go over together so we're not just trickling in.

I have the exact same sentiments. I dont want to disrespect him or his family by going just because Im a fan. Im in Dallas as well and will be contemplating.

smalltowngrll · 01-02-2007, 11:48 AM

On the Denver Broncos Website they list the email address you can send a letter to and they will forward it to the Broncos Organization and DW's familly.

website@broncos.nfl.net

anthonypacino · 01-02-2007, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Garcia Bronco

if you go to the funeral....wear a suit and tie.....don't show up in you Broncos wind breaker

This cannot be stressed enough....

SoDak Bronco · 01-02-2007, 12:55 PM

I read this morning the Broncos will be chartering a plane to the funeral. I am doubting it will be open the public, but I don't really know. That would be cool if you guys could make it and show the support of his fan base.

watermock · 01-02-2007, 12:57 PM

If you have a DW Jersey, wear it over your shoulder or on the arm. JMO.

Wear a dark suit or jeans and a white shirt.

For God's sake, don't wear a Bronco's hat.

ZachKC · 01-02-2007, 01:00 PM

I am not sure what makes some assume they would be welcome. Why not let friends and family have their own day without a bunch of Johnny Randoms that never met the guy.

watermock · 01-02-2007, 01:01 PM

I guess it's a small church...nothing wrong with waiting outside altho it might be snowy...

They will let, as a general rule, standing room in a smaller church. This hit us hard.

watermock · 01-02-2007, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ZachKC

I am not sure what makes some assume they would be welcome. Why not let friends and family have their own day without a bunch of Johnny Randoms that never met the guy.

Just Classic. I doubt a swarm will descend on the funeral dimwit. If it's full, they can go to the internment. I wouldn't worry about it all that much. Zach.

SoDak Bronco · 01-02-2007, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ZachKC

I am not sure what makes some assume they would be welcome. Why not let friends and family have their own day without a bunch of Johnny Randoms that never met the guy.

I agree, I would feel somewhat rude coming to DWILL's funeral. JMO.

ZachKC · 01-02-2007, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by watermock

Just Classic. I doubt a swarm will descend on the funeral dimwit.

What can I say. I have the utmost respect for a family during these times.

smalltowngrll · 01-02-2007, 01:17 PM

I think sending cards/letters/flowers, whatever would be appropriate. I'm sure as the funural arrangements get made there will be a statement as to what charity to send money to in lieu of flowers.

Mile High Shack · 01-02-2007, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ZachKC

I am not sure what makes some assume they would be welcome. Why not let friends and family have their own day without a bunch of Johnny Randoms that never met the guy.

I agree

let the family and friends grieve in private

no reason to show up unless you knew him or his family

death is a private thing, especially tragic deaths

OrangeShadow · 01-02-2007, 01:38 PM

Its an odd situation. I kind of side with Zach, i wouldnt go unless i was sure it was going to be ok with his direct friends and family.

01-01-2007, 11:49 PM	#1
footstepsfrom#27 helmet to helmet hitter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 16,126 Adopt-a-Bronco: Joe Mays	Darrent's Funeral Arrangments It was announced on the local news here tonight, so if you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or even if you don't and want to attend Darrent's funeral, I just thought I'd pass on the info that was released on the local news this evening. He will be burried this Saturday. I hesitate to give the location on the net since this appears to be a very small church and I'm not sure they could handle or would want to handle a ton of phone calls with everything else they have to do. I certainly don't want to post their contact information where it could potentially be abused. But if you're serious about going, PM me and I'll send it to you. I'm sure that his family would appreciate any Bronco fans show of caring support.

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01-02-2007, 12:03 AM	#2
enjolras Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 6,950	The OM should do something... I'm in Denver right now but I'll be headed back to DFW on Thursday. I don't know.. I might be able to take something by if anyone wants me too.

01-02-2007, 01:11 AM	#4
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,599 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	Footsteps, I'm in Arlington and may attend depending on the time. I have my resources to get the information. Let me know if you're going as well.

01-02-2007, 01:13 AM	#6
Garcia Bronco Hokie since 1993 Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 46,001 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tom Jackson	if you go to the funeral....wear a suit and tie.....don't show up in you Broncos wind breaker

01-02-2007, 01:21 AM	#7
smalltowngrll Orange Blue Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 8,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: dortoh	Did the family want money donated to a charity in lieu of flowers?? Any info on that??

01-02-2007, 01:27 AM	#8
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,599 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	I'll write the media relations guy for the Broncos tomorrow (a former intern works for the Mavs, I'll ask him as well) about attendance and if there would be an opportunity to present flowers/check to the family on behalf of the fans from the Orangemane. I found the address for the funeral online tonight. Just needing to see about the time.

01-02-2007, 10:44 AM	#12
plummershelper Light Rail Rumor Monger I heard on the light rail ... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Burger Heaven, next to my meteorite Posts: 791	I'm in DFW as well. I was thinking about going, but didn't want to look like some ahole just dropping in because I was a fan of his. I'm still not sure if I'll go yet, I think it's a real delicate issue. If people are going, maybe we can get a spot to meet at first and go over together so we're not just trickling in.

01-02-2007, 11:48 AM	#14
smalltowngrll Orange Blue Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 8,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: dortoh	On the Denver Broncos Website they list the email address you can send a letter to and they will forward it to the Broncos Organization and DW's familly. website@broncos.nfl.net

01-02-2007, 12:55 PM	#16
SoDak Bronco Lace em' up and lets go!! Von Miller aka QB Killa Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,133 Adopt-a-Bronco: Robert Ayers	I read this morning the Broncos will be chartering a plane to the funeral. I am doubting it will be open the public, but I don't really know. That would be cool if you guys could make it and show the support of his fan base.

01-02-2007, 12:57 PM	#17
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	If you have a DW Jersey, wear it over your shoulder or on the arm. JMO. Wear a dark suit or jeans and a white shirt. For God's sake, don't wear a Bronco's hat.

01-02-2007, 01:00 PM	#18
ZachKC For The Glory Of The City Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Kansas City Posts: 9,665 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Kennison	I am not sure what makes some assume they would be welcome. Why not let friends and family have their own day without a bunch of Johnny Randoms that never met the guy.

01-02-2007, 01:01 PM	#19
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	I guess it's a small church...nothing wrong with waiting outside altho it might be snowy... They will let, as a general rule, standing room in a smaller church. This hit us hard.

01-02-2007, 01:17 PM	#23
smalltowngrll Orange Blue Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 8,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: dortoh	I think sending cards/letters/flowers, whatever would be appropriate. I'm sure as the funural arrangements get made there will be a statement as to what charity to send money to in lieu of flowers.

01-02-2007, 01:38 PM	#25
OrangeShadow armed and dangerous Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 6,771	Its an odd situation. I kind of side with Zach, i wouldnt go unless i was sure it was going to be ok with his direct friends and family.