Daniel Betker Jr., age 23

Lost to gun violence on January 13, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona.

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  • Nickname:
    3 DeeOne
    3 Little Daniel
    2 DaBoiUno
    2 Dee
    2 Son
    2 ❤️ Mom*Dukes❤️
    2 Mini Me
    2 Best Friend
  • Number of children:
    2 None
  • Personality:
    4 Great Loving Kind Person
    3 loyal
    3 respectful
    3 funny
    3 accountable
    3 direct
    3 leader
    3 protective
    3 Provider
    3 Ambitious
  • Occupation:
    1 auction inventory specialist
    1 Auction Merchandise Specialist
    3 auction merchandiser
  • Workplace:
    3 Nellis Auction
  • Schools attended:
    3 Golden Valley High-school Bakersfield, CA.
    3 Freemont Middle School
  • Comments:
    5 Was a really good and kind dude , I worked with him
    5 made me so proud to be his Dad. Respectful, caring and ambitious
    1 My mini me, such a good kid. Miss him so much it hurts
    5 Miss u dawg 4L
    6 So Sorry for the loss of your son! Lit a candle for him. prayers to you, family, friends🙏
    4 6 Months And I Still Cry
    4 Son My Heart Will Ache For You Everyday Til I See U Again
    2 My Son, Dad is lost without you. I needed you. 🥹😟
    1 Case Ritzman's mom lighting a candle for Daniel
    1 So very sorry for your tragic loss

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