Daniel was a registered organ donor in Wisconsin, insisting on checking the box on his very first driving permit at the age of 15, and inspiring and encouraging his family and friends to do the same. In his death, Daniel’s organs (heart, liver, two kidneys), saved the lives of four people.

Academic excellence and curiosity were the core of Daniel’s existence. Aside from regular schoolwork, he was constantly exploring new areas of interest, be it philosophy, classical languages and studies, coding, and many others. To preserve his legacy, we will be supporting talented, curious and highly ambitious individuals in their journey towards higher education.

Daniel was a talented chess player during his pre-teen and early teenage years, with his highest accomplishment winning a national US Junior Open U11 title at the age of 10. During his high-school years and college freshman year he continued playing recreationally and teaching. At least one chess app was always open on his phone.

A healthy mind in a healthy body became one of Daniel’s mottos in life. Whether a lifting session in the gym, or a few miles run along Lake Michigan, Daniel always made sure to include a daily exercise activity in his busy schedule.