May God Bless you., Danny went home to be with the Lord on Saturday August 22 2009, me and my family would like to thank you for your prayers, I ask that you keep praying for us as we are still here. Danny is now in the presence of his creator, rejoicing and praising Him. My son was a true warrior, he battled and battled for over two years when every doctor told him that he would not last more than two months, Danny's faith and God's mercy and grace allowed for Danny to touch many hearts. Many people live to be 80 years old and live an honest life, but don't have an impact on other peoples lives. Danny was a special kid he only lived 17 years and had a great impact on so many lives and I am thankful to God that he picked my son, He kept my son here on earth and used him to accomplish what He promised and that is to give everyone of you a chance to redeem yourselves and get to know Him and have a personal relationship with him, so that when it's your time to leave this earth you too will have eternal life.                                                                                         ~David Alonso~                                                                                  (Danny's Father)  Menifee, CA.

Danny was a wonderful person. I had the privilege of meeting him and his family when they first came to church two and half years ago. It was a very tough two and half years for Danny, but somehow he would always pull through. I know that his whole perspective of life changed once he found out he had cancer and the doctors had only given him a few months to live. This was a bitter shock to Danny and his family, but his life’s perspective also changed when he received the Lord, it put a peace in his heart. Knowing he had cancer he tried to live his life like any normal teenager. A big change in his life was the love and passion for the Lord. It was something to show the world that believing in Jesus, someone we can not see; was always going to help him through and make him feel better spiritually. I compare Danny to the Apostle Paul in the sense of what 2 Corinthians 12:9 states. We read: and He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness” (NKJV) Danny, in my opinion was very aware of this verse and he accepted his thorn in the flesh. This young man proved to the end that grace, mercy, and love of the Lord was what he needed to finish his race. I will miss Danny dearly, but I know that one day our paths will cross again and I will see this young man waiting for me to welcome me home!  Amen.                                                                                        In His strong love,                                                                                          Erik Hernandez                                                                                  Calvary Chapel El Alfarero

Que honor tan grande fue para mí conocer a Daniel. Se dice que a veces puede cruzar un ángel por tu camino y ni cuenta te darás. Yo cree que Dios nos dio ese privilegio a nosotros de disfrutar esa alma de Dios. La palabra de Dios dice que de la abundancia del corazón habla la boca.  Nunca olvidare esas últimas palabras que Daniel me dijo, bajando yo del pulpito después de un sermón, con sus labios me dijo: I Love you Después yo meditando en lo que él me había dicho pensé, verdadera mente Daniel conoció el amor de Dios. La biblia nos enseña en 1 Juan 4:8 El que no ama, no ha conocido a Dios; porque Dios es amor. Daniel nos dejo un gran ejemplo a seguir, aun cuando pensemos que la vida no es justa podemos seguir glorificando a Dios. Familia Alonso, yo sé que no hay palabras suficientes que podamos expresar que puedan quitar este inmenso dolor que sienten en su corazón. Pero siempre agradezcan a Dios por los 17 años que Dios les dio de ser parte de este gran niño y joven de Dios. Hoy Daniel disfruta con una gran sonrisa al poder estar delante de su creador y sanador. Y les aseguro una cosa, si Daniel tuviera la opción de regresar a esta tierra, quizás lo haría por él amor que les tiene, pero si fuera por él, diría como el apóstol Pablo: En la presencia de Dios es muchísimo mejor! Adelante mis hermanos, recordemos que pronto estaremos reunidos con Daniel una vez más, pero esta vez será por una eternidad.    Su Pastor Moisés Ledezma Calvary Chapel El Alfarero

Dear Danny, Words could not explain the impact that you made on people, especially the youth. Danny, God was seen through you, your actions, your faith, and your smile. You always greeted everyone with a huge smile and much love. You're illness was transparent through your actions. I think nobody will ever forget the time you sang. You couldn't talk, but you could sing. You sang with such passion that i've never seen before, you made all of us cry just by seeing your commitment to God, your determination to follow God, and most importantly your love for God. Danny you were a true man of God, something that a lot of people desire. And now you stand next to God in his kingdom. Thanks Danny & much love, Carlos Verdugo Music Group- Sounds Of Canaan

Danny: El haberte conocido para mi fue una gran bendicion, nunca olvidare la manera tan hermosa de la cual te acercabas a mi para saludarme y para que te abrazara; Dios es bueno al haberme permitido el conocerte, y ver la calidad humana que existia dentro de ti , no es un adios sino un hasta luego. Cuando me vaya al descanso, no quiero que lloren, quédense tranquilos, vivan los recuerdos que reconfortan el alma. Cuando yo me duerma, comprendan mi sueño, por algo me duermo, por algo me he ido, ese es mi destino. Cuando me vaya extiendan sus manos, cierren sus ojos, imaginen el camino, y juntos nos reuniremos con nuestro Padre divino. Hermano Alfredo Hopper Calvary Chapel Murrieta Hispano

Writing down what I feel and learned from Danny and his family is hard to put in words but, all I know is that Danny touched my heart in many ways. One day Danny told me that his mom would always tell him that his "Angel" was Gabriel. Of course it wasn't me but, Danny would always say to me that I was his Angel. It felt great him calling me his Angel but, in reality HE was mine! Danny showed me what a true son of God really was and he has pushed me towards God and showed me the way to Eternal Life. Danny boosted my faith when I had been in doubt. It felt like he had enough faith for everyone. So knowing Danny was an honor and I will truely miss him - And being his "Angel" is even a bigger honor. Love You Bro, "Angel" Gabriel Maldonado Riverside, CA. "Nor can they die anymore, for they are equal to the angels and are sons of God" Luke 20:36

Con todo carino y respeto quiero expresar unas palabras de aliento y fortaleza para la Familia Alonso. Para mi y mi familia ha sido un previlegio y honor haberlos conocido y aprender de ellos y el testimonio que han sido para mucho de nosotros. Yo recuerdo exactamente el dia en que los conoci, fue un 4 de Julio del ano 2007. Recuerdo el recivimento de esta familia para con nosotros. Sin conocernos ellos ya tenian algo, y ese algo era diferente. Que mucha gente atraves de los anos nunca logran tener. Ese dia ellos me enseñaron humildad y amor al progimo. Atraves de la vida de mi amigo Danny Alonso he podido aprender muchas cosas que en mi vida no tenian sentido. Pero ahora doy gracias a Dios por tenerlos como familia en Cristo. Danny fue y seguira siendo un guerrero en mi vida. Lo mas importante que el me enseno fue su fe a nuestra Dios. Y como su cancion preferida dice "Que Grande es Dios" Yo asi lo creo. Danny se esta gozando en este momento, el seguira en nuestra mente , nuestra oracianes y nuestro corazon. Gracias Familia Alonso que Dios me los llene de bendiciones hoy, mañana y por siempre. Los Amo, Hno. Jorge Maldonado Calvary Chapel El Alfarero

I never thought I'd write about Danny in past-tense. At 17, Danny entered heaven a true man. He was put through so much, & not once did I ever hear him complain. Daniel loved God & he understood God's purpose for him. That's amazing. Daniel was amazing. There's no easy way to describe one of Gods miracles. More than human, Danny was an angel to everyone. His smile was the most sincere one I've ever had the blessing to experience. The strongest memory I have of us, was a text message he sent me about a year ago. He wrote, "I love you. You at my side is a blessing." I keep this memory close to my heart, because the truth is, Danny was the blessing in mine. The light at my side. I replied to him "I love you too Danny. Friends forever." Although we didn't make it to forever here on earth, someday we'll make it to eternity hand in hand, next to our Lord.  I promised him I'd love him forever & I plan to keep that promise. I love You Danny. I loved you till your last breath, & I will continue to love you until mine.<3 You're my Hero. "God saw that he was getting tired And a cure was not meant to be So he put his arms around him And whispered "come with me" With tearful eyes we'd watched him suffer And watched him fade away Although we loved him dearly We could not make him stay A golden heart stopped beating And a warm loving heart to rest God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best" It's true; "God breaks our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best." Fernanda Ruiz Perris, CA.

Danny is by far the most amazing guy I've ever met.  There aren't any words to explain him, but to narrow it down, he is funny, compassionate, and strong.  We used to be so close always hanging out laughing, and just talking about life.   It hurts to know that I can not talk to him or hang out with him anymore.  Everytime I think about him I get a sad, but I know that he is somewhere better where he wont worry about anything.  I'm really going to miss him.  I will always cherish ever moment I ever had with him.  Danny, I love you! Allyssa Hernandez Menifee, CA.

To a strong courageous young man who fought the good fight of faith. Little Danny, you will live forever in our hearts. We won't forget your strength, your beautiful smile and the impression you made on our lives. When we think of your life and how you handled your illness, we will stand tall, we will endure and we know that God is with us. Now you are in the arms of Jesus and we are excited for you that you no longer have to experience any discomfort in your physical body. You are our angel, and we are thankful to have known your life. We will miss you, but we know you are in a better place. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Your light shined brightly. Signed: Michael and China Long Temecula, CA.

Dear Alonso Family, As I’m sitting here reading everyone’s Testimonies regarding Danny’s life, it amazes me how just one person could have had such a major impact in a person’s life. Danny accomplished so much in his short life and I know that the Alonso family is so proud, especially his parents. Sure, parents could be proud because their son/daughter received a degree from College but, there is no comparison for a parent to be proud because their child was a True Child of God.  I’ll never forget Danny’s beautiful big eyes; his eyes would speak for him that perhaps words would not have done justice. Danny, I don’t think you realized what you have left to your little brother David and sisters Alexa & Gabby and yes, even your dearly close cousin Gregory. They will forever remember your courage and when hard strokes come their way, they will think of you and pull through it. I will miss you Danny but, your memory will live in each and every one of us until our time is over here on Earth. As a mother, I will forever be grateful to you because you demonstrated your faith to my children and I know that they too will keep that in their hearts – I “Thank You” and I won’t say Goodbye instead  “Until We Meet Again.” God Bless you, Hermana Jackie Maldonado Riverside, CA

Danny "Zuko" Alonso I'm usually someone who doesn't always have something to say and express when situations like this happen; but when it comes to talking about Daniel Alonso it comes out to be easy since there is so much to say about him... Danny was a walking miracle of God. To many of us he was an inspiration so that we can all strive to have the same faith, strength, will power, commitment and love like he showed. As a youth member, it's hard to understand how he overcame every obstacle and how he was still willing to show up at the house of God, while some of us might complain about it. Danny would suprise me when he'd show up to church right after he got out of the hospital. Although I was older than him, I looked up to him and saw him as my hero. I'm so grateful God brought him into my life and the honor in being in his. I will never forget my Sweet Sixteen when Danny dressed up as a greaser and had a fake tattoo of my name in a heart on his arm...therefore winning the costume contest and his nickname "Danny Zuko". It's hard to comprehend why these things happen to good people... but then again, God only takes the best into Paradise where we all know thats where Danny is right now. His heart really belonged to our Savior. He has taught me so much these last two years; to not take life for granted. Danny will always be in my heart. I love him very much. "These trials will show that your faith is genuine." 1 Peter 1:7 Love Always and Forever, Jazmine Maldonado Riverside, CA

Le agradesco a Dios por haberme dado la oportunidad de haber conocido a alguien tan especial como Daniel. Desde el primer día que Daniel llego con su familia a la iglesia marco una diferiencia en la vida de todos.  Un ejemplo a seguir tanto para adultos como para jovenes. El disfrutar de una vida llena de Dios apesar de las dificultades siempre puede ser un medio que Dios usa para tocar vidas que necesitan recordar que ''esfuerzo, dedicacion, amor, pasion, y sacrificio."  No solo se declara con los labios sino que se vive dia a dia asi como Daniel nos mostro hasta el ultimo aliento. Fue y sigue siendo mas que bendicion para todos los que le conocimos junto con su familia, un joven con el amor de Dios que bendecia con su testimonio a todo aquel que le conocia.  Solo se adelanto en el sendero que todos cruzaremos algun dia, y entonces estaremos con nuestro Padre por toda la eternidad. Familia Alonso; Dios les siga fortaleciedo y llenando de sus bendiciones, les amo demasiado hermanos. Alejandra Tortoledo Grupo Musical - Sounds Of Canaan