Rest in Peace Hank McVicar

Posted on January 14, 2011
Filed Under danielmcvicarblog | 15 Comments

On Friday January 7, 2011 we laid to rest our beloved son and brother Thomas Henry “Hank” McVicar in Santa Monica California. We celebrated his life and prayed in his passage in a beautiful funeral Mass at St. Monica’s with so many friends and our families.

We are still in mourning, but I wanted to express the family’s deepest gratitude for the love, support, sympathies and wishes from all corners of our lives.

Hank grew in strength, intellect and culture into an inspiring and compassionate young man who always retained the sweet purity of his boyhood. We cherish his memory and feel him with us.

We will also continue to feel the wishes and love from so many in our lives. Thank you.

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15 Responses to “Rest in Peace Hank McVicar”

  1. Lenore Schaff on January 15th, 2011 8:29 am

    Dear Mr. McVicar,
    My heart goes out to you and your family. I do understand what you are going through. We lost our son Chris on Sept. 30, 2008 in a car accident. I will be praying for you and your family.

  2. David Kinsella on January 15th, 2011 8:21 pm

    Mr. McVicar,

    I was so sad to read about your son’s death. You and your family are in my prayers. I pray that you can find comfort in the memories of your son.

    Sincerely,

    David Kinsella

  3. Joke Devos on January 16th, 2011 12:50 am

    Hi Daniel

    I was so sad to read about your son’s death

    My family and me prayers for you.

    Best regards,
    Joke

  4. Vera D on January 16th, 2011 2:06 am

    So sorry about the loss of your son Daniel. May he rest in peace. Treasure the beautiful memories you had with Hank. My prayers are with you and the family.

    Vera Dethal

  5. Debbie Zarzecki on January 17th, 2011 1:14 pm

    Daniel,
    My deepest condolenxces on the loss of your son Hank. My family went through the same tragedy almost 30 years ago when my sister was killed in a motorbike accident just 2 months shy of her 19th birthday. I know how difficult it was for my family to go on without her and how hard it will be for your family without Hank. I will pray that God gives your family the strength to endure.

    Debbie

  6. Mary on January 17th, 2011 6:45 pm

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Truly being a parent means watching your heart walk around outside of your body in that of your children. To have to bury one is unfathomable. My deepest, deepest condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you.

    Mary S.

  7. Don Gulbrandsen on January 20th, 2011 10:54 pm

    Dear Dan,

    We are so saddened at the news that you have lost your son Hank. Please accept our deepest sympathy and be assured that the entire McVicar family will be in our prayers.

    Don & Maureene

  8. Daryl Keighley on January 25th, 2011 1:31 pm

    Our children attended Santa Monica schools together, and I still have the Middle School yearbook with Hank’s good wishes from his loving family in the “ad” section.
    May your hearts gradually heal from this painful tragedy.
    Daryl

  9. Gregg and Carole on January 25th, 2011 7:11 pm

    Dear Dan and Family,
    We were shocked and saddened to hear of Hank’s death. Our family is praying for you and your family. I have read of so many of Hank’s accomplishments, and joy he shared with all around him. He will be deeply remembered by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
    Gregg and Carole

  10. Charlotte Birdsell on January 25th, 2011 7:28 pm

    Dear Daniel

    I was really sadden to hear of your son’s passing. God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Remember Hank will ALWAYS live in your heart. God’s speed to you and your family.

  11. Anna on January 31st, 2011 8:55 am

    I’m sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you.
    Mi dispiace molto per la perdita di tuo figlio, prego per te.
    Anna

  12. Shelley Jensen on June 8th, 2011 9:05 am

    I was just thinking about all the fun memories I had with Hank. I miss that goofy guy sooo much! My love and prayers go out to you Dan. I hope you are staying strong and hope to hear from you soon! My brother told me you found a card I gave to Hank a long time ago. How funny. I’m a little embarrassed because I’m pretty sure it was a love note or something haha but it means so much to me that he kept it. Hope all is well :)

  13. David Condon on November 24th, 2011 2:56 pm

    I told Zach today about Hank and he cant stop thinking about it. Zach remembers all of the Pop Warner games he shared with Hank. tall good looking quarterback. you are a great father and always will be Hank continues to know that Dan.

  14. Jeanne Hickey-Hansen on December 9th, 2011 2:30 pm

    Dear Dan,
    I am so sorry of the loss of your son. My parent’s buried 3 of their children and I couldn’t imagine anything harder in life. I am also sorry about your Dad. My Dad passed away in May. I don’t have parents and I only have 2 siblings. Dan, you know what it’s like to lose your brother.
    Faith, family, and friends will help you thru such a difficult time.
    If you ever want to talk, you can always e-mail me or find me on facebook.
    You were always so nice and funny to me. I’m sure your son was much like you.
    Love and Prayers,
    Jeanne

  15. Jennifer Sotomayor on February 20th, 2012 4:24 pm

    Hi Daniel, I just heard the news about your son. I am so sorry about your loss. I hope you know you are in my thoughts and that I wish you nothing but the best. My condolences to you and your loved ones. Jenny

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