Daniel Alan Hersh passed away peacefully January 25, 2019, at his home, "The Barn," in Boulder, CO. He was born July 14, 1945, to Henry Daniel Hersh and Margaret Ann Hersh in Allentown, PA. Dan was a graduate of Lafayette College (BA Economics with Distinction) and University of Pittsburgh (MBA Finance). He had a 30-year career in the aviation industry beginning with Eastern Airlines as a Sr. Financial Analyst, then as a VP of Planning at Frontier Airlines. He was a founding shareholder at ValuJet Airlines (AirTran) and JetBlue Airways, with responsibilities including strategic and market planning, capital raising, and managing IPOs. Dan's career concluded with planning and consulting roles at WestJet, easyJet, and Frontier Airlines. He also co-founded Acapella's Restaurant in Denver, CO, with his brother John. Dan was fortunate to retire early and pursue his passions, which included creative design and renovation of residential buildings, including a tropical, plantation-style home in Harbour Island, The Bahamas, several homes in Boulder, CO, and a work-in-progress home in Salida, CO, to be named "Legacy on the River." Dan is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Judith Kohring Hersh. He is also survived by his son Matthew Kohring Hersh (Tanya), grandchildren Hazel Ann Hersh and Hans Lee Hersh, and his brother John David Hersh (Joni). His memorial service will be held at 11am Saturday, February 2nd at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 1680 Balsam Ave., Boulder, CO 80304. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The Lustgarten Foundation ( https://www.lustgarten.org ) to fund pancreatic cancer research.

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Published by The Daily Camera on Jan. 30, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Hersh

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Deborah Burtscher-Cruden

February 10, 2020

Dear Judy, Matt and John and your entire Family, Although it is more than a year passed since Dan took Flight into the Next Step beyond this life, Ive just learned of his departure. I will never forget the enjoyment of gardening at your lovely homes and the times Dan would walk up the driveway to the Big Rock, checking on the mail, smiling a greeting, with his arms open wide for a hug. His style of life was expansively warm, inclusive and deeply caring of those he knew and it is clear that he cared as deeply about humanity. My husband, Stu and I have fond memories of visiting with your family on Harbour Island, attending the Barn raising and seeing Dans sheer joy of creativity, always working on something. And Judy, it was well witnessed by me that you and Matt were his absolute greatest joy. May you always feel his strong loving arms around you as you move forward because the depth of Dans caring leaves a lifelong imprint. ❤

Kirk Colton

February 13, 2019

Dear Judy,

I just learned the very sad news that Dan passed away on January 25th. My wife Marcia and I are in shock and extend my deepest sympathy to you, Mathew and his wife and their two children, and his brother John.
Dan was a special gentleman, friend, classmate and fraternity brother, and I have fond memories of our time at Lafayette and Zeta Psi and warm welcome from his parents in their home one time with Dan. I also remember the most relaxing visit and welcome you and Dan gave me when I was in Boulder on business several years ago.
Dan certainly is with God. There are places in the heart where memories live and love endures. May you all find comfort and peace from the memories in your hearts, and may you find strength from the sympathy and concern of those who care deeply.
May God bless you all.

Kirk

Kirk Colton
Bethlehem, PA

January 31, 2019

My condolences to the bereaved family. May your fond memories help to ease your sorrow. May you lean on Almighty God who gives hope and comfort. (Psalm 25:16, 17)

January 30, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences dear family and friends. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. And may you find hope and comfort in God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17).

Mary Anne Little

January 30, 2019

Judy and Matt, So many memories came flooding back when I saw that Dan had passed away. May you find strength in your beautiful family, and please know that Dan and you are in my prayers. May he rest in peace.

January 29, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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