A paper crane, made for me by my daughter on the day of Dan’s memorial service.

By Cathy Jameson

I headed into the D.C. area last week for a meeting.  As I crept closer toward my destination, I saw a sign for Falls Church.  I’d always imagined it to be an idyllic place.  I’m sure at one point it was, but now it looks like every other busy city streetscape in Northern Virginia.  The first time I’d heard of the place was from Dan Olmsted.  I found it a treat to be able to meet up with him whenever I was near Falls Church.  It wouldn’t be too many times, but each time was cherished.

We are heartbroken to announce… 

I miss his voice.  I miss his wisdom.  I especially miss his encouraging private comments to me and my husband when I became more public with my son’s issues.  To have Dan Olmsted in my corner, well, it meant the world to all of us Jamesons.  

…a celebration of life…

We’re creeping up on the date of his memorial service.  That’s a day I’ll never forget.  To see his closest friends and family gather to honor him, it’ll be a forever memory.  There were tears.  There was laughter.  Many heartfelt memories were shared.  My favorite personal memories of Dan are of when he got to meet up with me and my kids.  I'd find a diner for us to meet that wasn’t too fancy of a restaurant in case my kids were too loud.  Oftentimes, they were!  He didn't mind how silly and loud they were though.  He didn't mind how distracted and needy they'd get during the meal either.  He was patient, kind, attentive, and happy.  Dan smiled at their silliness and showed them only love.  The kids smiled at Dan and loved him right back. 

I was not privy to Dan’s personal life nor to events that led up to his death, and part of me doesn’t want to ever know them.  What I do know is that Dan was always a light.  He was a voice for the voiceless.  He was upbeat without ever being over-the-top.  I knew that he could be a busy man, but for me, he was always an email away.  Responding quickly and concisely, I loved that he led off the AofA weekend with his Saturday’s Weekly Wrap column. To follow him on Sundays with my posts?  It was humbling. 

When my meeting ended last week, I knew I’d pass those signs I saw as I headed into the District.  I slowed down just a bit.  I remembered everything all over again.  Falls Church.  It’s where my friend and mentor lived.  I pray that those he loved are doing okay.  I pray that Dan’s work is never forgotten.  I know it won’t be forgotten here.  I just wish he had more time to share all that he knew, all that he learned, and all that he wanted the rest of the world to know.

…a compelling symbol for hope, love, honor, and peace.

Dan Olmsted.  He was a journalist like no other.  May his memory be eternal. 

Cathy Jameson is a Contributing Editor for Age of Autism.

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