wxdata Dan Meador 1951-2010

[Andrew]

At this point I am pretty much speechless and saddened to have lost such as great friend as Dan. From the beginning when I joined this forum he was a great mentor and friend who taught me many of the weather things I now know. He truly was a great person who would never pass up a chance to help someone in need. Dan was and still is such an inspiration to me, and many including myself strive to be a better person because of Dan. It was Dan who helped make this forum what it is today and his fingerprints are all over it. I can't count how many times Dan would post countless updates from the NWS to update individuals on this forum what was going on in the weather today. I know many remember Dan's old weather posts where he would update the community on what the weather was going to be like for that day and week. It is up to us now to try and continue what he has started and make this forum the best it can be. It is not often that you meet someone as caring, intelligent, and kind as Dan and that is why it is important to not mourn his death but too cherish the memories because it is not often that you will meet someone as unique as Dan.

[cajun]

Nothing personal to any ProMets out there, but just as there's a big difference between being a Father and being a Daddy, there's also a big difference between being a Meteorologist and being a Weatherman. Dan Meador was a true WeatherMAN, and that was obvious to everyone who knew, or knew of him. Never met him personally, but that love for the weather came across on screen, and behind the keyboard too!!

I know I remember watching him do weather on a TV station back in Louisiana long ago, but for the life of me, I can't remember which one it was - any ideas?

On a lighter note, a Google search DID reveal someone's encounter with Dan on a Halloween long ago in Houston, with Dan dressed in a Star Trek uniform for the evening!!!!

Rest easy, my good man......

[Portastorm]

My relationship with Dan was strictly through this forum as I wasn't blessed to see Dan do his gig on TV ... although I'm sure we could have used someone of his caliber here in Austin! Nevertheless, I respected and appreciated all of his hard work (along with Steve) to get this forum up and going and then to transition it to its current great status. I also appreciated his passion for weather and his constant efforts at keeping us updated.

My prayer has been that his passing was peaceful and as pain-free as possible and now I pray for comfort for his family and a thanks to the Almighty for making someone like Dan.

Dan, I'm thinking you now have sunny skies, mild temps, and a nice breeze to enjoy. We will miss you!

[Stephm]

On Storm2k I've heard an awful lot about Dan. I am so sorry for his loss for all of you and his family. He truly enjoyed what he did and he obviously meant a lot and affected so many people

[vbhoutex]

It's hard for me to believe he has passed. I remember him very well as a wonderful moderator of this weather board. I also remember a few of his forecasts. He and Dr. Frank were two of my favorite meteorologists down here in Houston. This has been a rough day, and now I'm just in shock. My condolences to his family as well as the KHOU Weather Team. I know it sounds strange, but it's almost like you've lost someone you knew as a close and personal friend.

No this doesn't sound strange. I never met Dan personally, but feel the same way. As Tireman4 said-"It hurts". I was blessed to have quite a bit of interaction with him while he was active at STORM2K and I will cherish those times.

[kayci]

It has been a pleasure and even more so an honor to have known Dan for the past 8 years on this forum. I will miss him very much and I hope his family gets through this with as much ease as possible. My prayers to Dan Meador, his entire family and last but never least his close friends and co-workers.

[nairbecaps]

A good guy...RIP Dan

[srainhoutx]

I have known Dan since the mid 1980’s. Dan Meador was a class act and the most gracious man you would ever want to meet. Dan always took the time to speak to folks, no matter the setting and was easy to approach. I was one of the lucky folks that knew and interacted with him on a personal level. When Dan started asking me if I would help out on the Forum as a Moderator, I fought. I would tell him I did not want to be the ‘internet police’. I will never forget the morning I woke up as Ike was entering the Gulf and logged in to the Weather Forum as usual and was greeted to a Welcome Topic from ticka1 concerning a new Moderator. It was me! I almost spit my coffee on the keyboard. I recall the e-mail that came from Dan later that day titled Opps! He always had a plan, but sometimes forgot to let you know. It has been an honor and a privilege to be able to call Dan my friend for so many years. In all the months leading up to these events, we shared, cried and planned. I am a better man for knowing Dan Meador. As I told him yesterday, I love you and thank you for sharing your life with us.

http://www.khou.com/news/local/Former-1 ... 96894.html

[desiredwxgd]

My heart is so saddened this morning with the news of Dan’s passing. Like many of us I’m sure, I grew up watching him on 11. In fact one of the funniest memories I have is one time Dan was on air and a bulb from one of the lights blew and if you have ever had the pleasure of working with those types of instruments (lighting) you will know they are really loud when they pop. He must have jumped 3 feet but like a pro laughed it off and continued. I’ll miss you Dan.

[lorak]

Wow

I read this news on the main khou.com site and was _Determined_ to get past the 'confirmation letters' to get access for this board.. I have been trying off and on for months to get past the registration page..

Dan's passing totally caught me off guard. I had no idea.. I am very saddened that something like this could happen out of the blue to someone so good.. He helped give out a lot of ideas to help protect ourselves from severe weather as well as generously gave his time to everyone in the industry and school projects.. He was an amazing person..

[southerngale]

I am saddened to hear of his passing, but glad he's not suffering anymore. May God comfort his family & friends during this very difficult time. You have been such a good friend to him, Steve, and I'll continue to pray for you.

[limolnar]

As an intimate friend of Dan's over the past 20 years, I will truly miss him and wish him a speedy journey. The world is certainly dimmer with his passing, but his work and memory live on in the hearts of those of us who knew him best.

Rest in peace, my friend.

Hon. Louis Ivan Molnar

[txflagwaver]

Reading these posts it is very evident that Dan has indeed left his mark on the world. His love for weather, technology...and yes, Star Trek was shared by many, his ability to "weatherize" any topic...pointing out how weather either affected or was affected by historical events, like posting weather radar shots after the 9/11 attacks. We learned a lot, laughed a lot...alien powers and such....and all the while he worked tirelessly to maintain this forum and update everyone here. Dan, you will be missed...be at peace...and enjoy the view...

[weaman2]

Just found out about Dan's passing and I am both shocked and very saddened. I last saw him on the 4th of July. He looked good and his spirits seemed high. It was later I found out that he was already in a great deal of pain and was in the final stages of cancer. What a brave and couragous person he was. To keep up such a positive attitude while in pain from such a terrible disease should be inspiring to all of us. As a professional Meteorologist, and self proclaimed weather geek, I always loved running into Dan at one of the bars downtown so we could talk weather. He was so personable and easy to talk to. It seemed like we could talk forever! We have certainly lost a great Meteorologist and a great person! Rest in peace Dan.

[kayci]

OK...watch carefully at 4 minutes..]

Oh my goodnes, thank you SO much for posting this Jcarr.... I can't stop crying. Dan was singing with so much love and enthusiasm!!! I saw him more than once in this video as the camera was panning left & right, that was absolutely beautiful!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

[kb8wau]

Here is a video of dan when he showed my photos on the weather http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ituuoN6Dzww. RIP Dan

[John]

That was a wonderful posting of Dan, jcarr. Thank-you. Dan was such a kind and giving individual.

[RosieSue]

So very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Rest in peace, Dan.

[Dan Fan]

I know some of you are wondering where wxdata has been. Dan has been privately battling a rare form of cancer since February. He has focused his attention to fighting this disease and continues that struggle. While he may not be around as often, he does log in occasionally and check on things as he can. We have quietly discussed this and his wishes were to keep this a private matter until a later time. Well, that time has come. Get better my friend. We miss you and we are sending you positive thoughts and best wishes for a full and complete recovery.

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Today, this has been a shocking and sad news to learn of Dan's passing. The first time I met Dan, we became immediate friends. I only wish there was more time and regret not making the time available to have done more as friends.

Heart broken over the news.

[Stormrider]

So sad to hear about Dan's passing. His enthusiasm for weather and willingness to share his knowledge of it shined through in his every weathercast and every post on this forrum. Whether we gleefully waited for a "snow miracle" or anxiously hung on every model run of a threatening Gulf storm, This was the place you wanted to be. This was in large part to Dan.

The many remembrances of Dan posted here show that he touched a lot of people. I have no doubt that they will be a comfort to his family at this most difficult time. Keeping this forum active with lively, discussion, I think, would be a fitting way to honor his memory.

My heartfelt condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Dan. Hailing frequencies closed.