Daniel J. Sargent, Ph.D.
August 22, 1970 - September 22, 2016

""

"I knew Dan from our shared interest and commitment to high quality clinical trials. I am a long time member of SCT and always, always sought out Dan at the SCT meetings to speak with him and pick his brain. He reached to me when I came to visit at Mayo a few years ago and made me feel welcome. I enjoyed the opportunity to meet with him in his home environment and talk about all the exciting activities he was involved in. I am proud to have known Dan. All my condolences to you. I hope that you will find comfort in knowing what a special person he was to so many people, the lives he touched, and the contributions he made to improving the public's health during his time in this world."

"Dear Becky and Family,My deepest condolences on your devastating loss. Please note that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time. Dan was a great leader and he will be definitely missed.With my most sincere condolences,Susan"

""

""

"To Dan's loving family,It is difficult to express the enormous sense of loss from Dan's untimely passing. He had a brilliant mind, a warm heart, and a huge sense of generosity to others. He has touched and impacted so many lives, countless lives of cancer patients around the world and of all of us whom he challenged to think critically but imaginatively to advance the science of oncology. We will miss him very, very much."

""

"Dear Becky,I am so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I was getting my masters degree when he was getting his Ph.D. at the U, and he was so kind and helpful to me. I was lucky to have our association continue as I work for ACRIN, one of the NCI's clinical trials groups, and Dan served as chair of our DSMC for several years. His dedication to service, and all of the research he supervised, have helped millions of cancer patients. His death is a loss to the whole world.Still, despite the enormity of his contribution to science and medicine, what I remember most was how he spoke about you. We did not have a lot of time to engage in chit chat, but he did speak of you often, with such remarkably deep love.My love and prayers are with you and your children.Lucy Hanna"

"It is always difficult to deal with the loss of someone right at the peak of his life and career. Dan was a great leader in the clinical trials profession, first as a biostatistician and then, and more prominently, as one who provided national and international leadership among his peers. Our paths crossed in person a relatively few times, at professional meetings, but it was always a treat to greet him and learn about what good work he was involved in. I never saw him without a smile, and I never heard anything but praise and admiration for him from others."

"We were with Chris (Our son and Dan's friend through high school) today and he told me with much sadness of Dan's passing. Becky and family, we are so sad for all of you and can only think of Dan as a teen who would only eat cheese on his pizza; so, when the gang was at our house and hungry we would order a Dan Special just for him. He will always be a happy teen in our minds. God bless you and your family during this time."

"May God bless his soul, comfort you, and give you peace."

""

"I worked with Dan and like so many others was completely shocked by news of his death. In addition to the good professional memories, one personal memory is of having breakfast with my wife (also an oncologist) and our then 2 year old, rather restless son at ESMO (in Stockholm, i think). Dan joined us for a very pleasant breakfast but completely charmed Jonathan by letting him play with his phone - a small but lovely and typical touch."

"Thoughts and prayers are with all of you - my heart breaks knowing that the family is grieving the loss of a father, friend, and colleague. For me, Dan was a grade school friend. He showed the makings of someone special at a young age - his intellectual curiosity evident in how he conducted himself in school. He was naturally gifted - but was never one to boast or act arrogant. He was kind and generous with those that were lucky to call him "friend" and I feel fortunate that our paths crossed during this time. My hope is that you and your family will find comfort knowing that Dan touched the lives of so many people in his brief time with us. He was truly one of a kind - and I'm grateful that I had the opportunity to know him."

"I was so shocked to hear of your unexpected loss. I am so very sorry and still cannot believe it. You will be missed greatly by all of us who knew you. With My deepest condolences. Koji"

" A SOPHISTICATION WILLOW BASKET SPRAY was sent on September 28, 2016 Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Dan's death. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. With sincere sympathy, Roche/Genentech FLASH and SEAL teams "

" A SENTIMENTAL THOUGHTS was ordered on September 28, 2016 "

""

"Becky, Alec, and Paige,Upon hearing that your husband and father was taken from your lives, the lyrics from the hit number For Good written by composer Stephen Schwartz for the stunning Broadway musical Wicked were the first to enter my mind.I've heard it saidThat people come into our lives for a reasonBringing something we must learnAnd we are ledTo those who help us most to growIf we let them...So much of meIs made of what I learned from youYou'll be with meLike a handprint on my heartAnd now whatever way our stories endI know you have re-written mineBy being my friend...I do believe I have beenChanged for the betterAnd because I knew youI have been changed for good...I am sure there are many others who can relate to this. You should know that Dan was loved and respected so very much and he often expressed his deep love for you. I was lucky to have crossed paths with Dan during his short life. Ill always remember his soft eyes, his humor, his gentleness as a mentor, and his inexplicable intelligence. He was one of Gods masterpieces. "

"My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Danny. He was a childhood friend of mine in Red Wing--he's always been a great person. You all are in my thoughts and prayers."

"To the Sargent Family,It was a privilege and pleasure to work with Dan as part of the Alliance DMC. He will be missed. Please accept my most sincere and deepest Sympathy at the time. May the memories of him lessen your sorrows and give you strength."

""

"Dan was an amazingly talented and kind person. His knowledge in his field and his willingness to share it was a blessing to all of us who dealt with him in the Oncology Research area. He will be greatly missed. I will keep your family in my prayers."

"Dan was an outstanding scientist and a dear friend for his colleagues all around the world.I remember well when he and Becky visited Northern Italy in July 2009 and he had an excellent talk here in Bergamo: all the attendants admired his science, but also his smile and friendship.Also on behalf of GISCAD researchers in Italy, I want to express to his wife and kids my most sincere condolences: I am sure that Dan will continue to live in our ideas and work.Roberto Labianca"

""

"Dear FamilyWe are really sorry to hear about this tragic and unexpected news.He was a great man and scientist. We will always remember his deep devotion to research and patients. He will always be an example for us all.Please accept our most sincere condolences Mario"

""

""

"Dear Dan,We miss you already. Nobody was prepared for your sudden departure last September 22nd. Our thoughts go to your family, your wife, and your two children. We cannot thank you enough for everything you did with, and for us. Many will highlight your brilliant scientific achievements and your increasingly essential involvement in cancer research at Mayo Clinic, the United States, and worldwide, but first and foremost we are thinking of you as a friend and colleague of utmost integrity, wisdom and sense of diplomacy which could bring people together to advance science.We embarked together in the great adventures of ACCENT, ARCAD and IDEA. Their success has been made possible by our great admiration for your work, our excitement to meet, and our pleasure to prolong formal meetings into more personal exchanges. Altogether, it has been made possible by a deep and creative friendship nurtured by your listening skills and understanding, your unwavering dedication, and your superior ability to manage projects with the brilliant young team that you created. You have been the cement of our achievements. Displaying such leadership is truly exceptional.It is still unclear what is to come. However, we are committed to pursuing our work with the same constructive and open spirit you have always championed. It is your legacy, which we will continue to grow as if you were still amongst us.With our deep affection, Aimery de Gramont, Mariella de Bausset, Thierry Andr, Axel Grothey and Marc Buyse On behalf of ARCAD Foundation"

"We are deeply saddened to hear about the sudden demise of Dan and our most heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues. He will be truly missed by everyone who knew him. Having worked with him over the past years, we would like to thank him for his enthusiasm and dedication to improving and accelerating the progress of cancer treatments. It was an honor working with him and knowing him as the wonderful person he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.Sabine, Jocelyne, Marie-Laure, Lucie and Bettina from Celgene Switzerland"

"The Spanish Cooperative Group for the Treatment of Digestive Tumors, TTD Group, would like to send condolences from Spain to his family and friends at this difficult time. We would like to express our deep regret at such a loss to the scientific community"

"My deepest sympathies to the entire family. I have worked in the Cancer Center directly and indirectly with Dan since 2005. Despite any challenges that were presented to him, he handled those challenges with grace and a smile. He will truly be missed. His contributions to cancer research have been a benefit to so many. His knowledge and experience has been an asset to ACCRU, NCCTG, Alliance, the Cancer Center and Mayo Clinic (to name a few). You can be proud of the man you call husband, father and son. God's blessings to you all during this difficult time. Alicia"

" An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on September 27, 2016 "

"Becky, I feel distressed with Dan's passing. Got to know him through the years in Scouts and he was truly a wonderful person. Regards -- Mike, Somsiri, Damask and Tasman"

"Rest in Peace Mr. Daniel. I am so sad to learn about your passing away. A friend of mine knew you and spoke very highly about you. I cannot imagine the sorrow and grief faced by your family. May your family find strength in your loving memories and carry on your message of compassion, caring, and love. Namaste!"

" A Designers Choice was sent on September 27, 2016 With my deepest sympathy. Antje Hoering "

"Dear Faye & Forrest,Bob & I are devastated to hear of Daniel's death. We are away for a couple of weeks and a friend contacted us. Our hearts, prayers, and sympathy go out to you and your family. We are so saddened by this beyond comforting words.Love,Bob & Gretchen MacCarty"

"Dear Becky and Family,I don't even know where to begin. Dan and I worked very close together for the last 20 years. This partnership that we had was an excellent example of trust, confidence and respect. Dan made coming to work enjoyable, I always looked forward to the challenges that he would throw my way. I will miss his smile and upbeat personality. Dan was truly an exceptional leader and I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work side by side with him over the last 20 years. He will remain in my heart as a good friend and colleague and I will truly miss him. Thank you for sharing Dan with me, I will be forever grateful."

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 27, 2016 Deepest sympathy from colleagues and friends at Merck Research Labs "

"I met Dan just recently at an advisory board and I am blessed to have worked with him these past years to bring better options for patients with Colon cancer. All who know him loved him his dedication to his work, he so smart and patient and wonderful.However I feel so sorry for the family, I lost my father at the same age as Dan and life has changed that day for ever, but all these years, he never really left me and he helped me to shape my future, so will Dan to his family, the memory and love is so strong Rita"

""

"Dear Becky,My deepest condolences to you and children. I cannot still believe that Dan is not with us anymore - we presented in the same session just in the previous week at Duke. He has been a great contributor to many of the FDA projects and was an active participant in our advisory committees. His approach was always gentle and he was a great teacher. His smile was infectious. We will miss a dear friend and an excellent colleague and it is a terrible loss to the statistical community. Please know that he was deeply respected and we are with you in this sorrow.Raji Sridhara,Director, Division of Biometrics V, FDA"

""

"Dan and I went back a long way.He was introduced to prospective randomized clinical trials long before he went off to college and I have followed his career with great pride since that time. Our paths continued to cross occasionally when I came down to Mayo and it always felt like something of a reunion.All of us who interacted with Dan in the many aspects of his life will miss him dearly.My thoughts are with his family."

"Dear Becky,Im completely in shock, I cannot realize. Im in mourning with you all. I feel privileged to have had the opportunity of meeting Dan during the last 6 years. Beyond his exceptional scientific qualities, I have been moved by his way of being as a person, at work, at home, with his friends, or with the people he met. He is a man who makes me desire to be a better person. I remember how, despite his busy schedule, he was always actively and fully present to the people in front of him, making people feel at ease (such as inviting Darth Vador in the first minutes of the discussion in his office!), able to really listen to other people points of view, helping people to move forward, to grow. He has been a real mentor to me, not only because he was smart, but through his positive attitude, his humility, his open mindedness, his kindness. Dan would devote time and energy to build relationships within the team, to make team networks planetwide. He would delegate to people, keeping an active eye on the projects, and supporting people when needed. I remember his smiling eyes. Dan has opened the door of his lab to me, but also the door of his house, your house Becky, to me, my family, my students and colleagues. We are collectively grateful to him, to you all, for your welcoming attitude. I know that Dan loved to travel and visit people all over the world, especially when you could come with him. Dear Becky, you are very welcome to visit us in France.I pray with you, Becky, Alec and Paige, with your family, your friends. M-Ccile"

"Dear Becky, Dean and I were very saddened to hear the news. Please know we are thinking of you and your family. The statistical community morns the loss of a colleague and friend.Bonnie LaFleur and Dean Billheimer"

" A Designers Choice was ordered on September 27, 2016 "

""

"Dear Dan,It is hard to believe that you had left. Just a few days ago, you were traveling to Duke to attend the Duke-Industry Statistics Symposium. As expected, your talks on the collaboration between industry, academia and government to facilitate drug developments and on the initiatives in precision medicine in cancer research had drawn a large crowd. Just a few days ago, you were having dinner with us, talking about progress at Alliance Statistical Center, and sharing your interesting vacation stories. Our interaction began a few years ago when CALGB was merged with NCCTG and ASCOSOG. It is our great honor to have you as our grant consultant; it was your persistent support that helped our elderly lung cancer project funded. In the few years, we were so fortunate to have you as collaborator and mentor on some research projects. We had found it was so fun and productive working with you. We were always amazed by your thoughtful comments on our collaborative manuscripts and the full-page handwritten notes you wrote down on air planes. Your positive attitudes and vision had always motivated us to achieve something at a higher level. To us, you are a true role model for the statisticians working in cancer and medicine. The precious memories working with you as colleagues will forever stay with us. Our thoughts and prayers will go to your family.Xiaofei WangHerbert Pang"

"Dear Dan,It is hard to believe that you had left. Just a few days ago, you were traveling to Duke to attend the Duke-Industry Statistics Symposium. As expected, your talks on the collaboration between industry, academia and government to facilitate drug developments and on the initiatives in precision medicine in cancer research had drawn a large crowd. Just a few days ago, you were having dinner with us, talking about progress at Alliance Statistical Center, and sharing your interesting vacation stories. Our interaction began a few years ago when CALGB was merged with NCCTG and ASCOSOG. It is our great honor to have you as our grant consultant; it was your persistent support that helped our elderly lung cancer project funded. In the few years, we were so fortunate to have you as collaborator and mentor on some research projects. We had found it was so fun and productive working with you. We were always amazed by your thoughtful comments on our collaborative manuscripts and the full-page handwritten notes you wrote down on air planes. Your positive attitudes and vision had always motivated us to achieve something at a higher level. To us, you are a true role model for the statisticians working in cancer and medicine. The precious memories working with you as mentor and colleague will forever stay with us. Our thoughts and prayers will go to your family.Xiaofei WangHerbert Pang"

""

""

"Dear Becky, we are very sorry to hear of Dan's untimely and sudden passing. Our deepest condolences to you, Alec and Paige. You all are in our Prayers."

""

" A TABLE BASKET was sent on September 26, 2016 The news of Dans passing away came as a shock to the people at EORTC. We all remember him as a very knowledgeable statistician. He will be sorely missed, and we grieve for him. We would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends and wish them courage. The staff of EORTC "

"Even Dan may not have been able to teach me biostatistics, but we all learned collegiality from him. Dan, we'll honor you best by always remembering that our research is meant to improve the lives of cancer patients. Dan Haller"

"Dan will truly be missed for all of his work on research in the fight against cancer. I am so sorry for your loss."

"Dan was the best co-author anyone would want. We communicated via e-mail. A pleasure to work with, great expertise, great ideas, responding right away. I only had the pleasure of meeting him once in person --at dinner at JSM in Seattle some years ago. As pleasant in person as via e-mail."

""

" An ELEGANCE AND SIMPLICITYSTANDING SPRAY was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

"We are deeply saddened by Dan's passing. He has been a very important participant of the RECIST working group, and has helped, from the beginning, to develop the RECIST criteria. We benefited greatly from his extremely knowledgeable and carefully formulated input. We want to extend our deepest condolences to the family. We will greatly miss him as a person with so much expertise and so pleasant to work with. Even after stepping down from the committee in 2015 we knew we could always consult him for advice. On behalf of the RECIST working group Lesley Seymour and Elisabeth de Vries"

""

" A DIGNITY IN WHITE was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

" A PURITY OF HEART was sent on September 26, 2016 Fondation A.R.CA.D - Aide et Recherche en CAncerologie Digestive- Paris FRANCE "

"Dan has supported my career from a distance for many years. His encouragement, wisdom and unfailing support has been my inspiration. I will miss him. Please accept my sincere condolences."

"I new Dan professionally through our interactions with the Society for Clinical Trials and he was a skillful biostatistician and clinical trialist, but what I will most remember is his personal kindness to me. This is such a loss--please except my deepest condolences."

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 26, 2016 Our heartfelt condolences to Dan's family and loved ones. From friends and colleagues at the Alliance Chicago Office. "

"Dan was a good friend and a great colleague whom I had the pleasure of working with, in the RECIST committee and in our activities for the NCI. This is a tremendous loss."

""

" A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

""

""

""

" A SENTIMENTAL THOUGHTS was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

""

" A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on September 26, 2016 Our deepest sympathy from the Alliance Statistical Center at Duke in Durham, NC. "

" A DIGNITYIN WHITEPEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on September 26, 2016 My heartfelt condolences to Becky, Alec, and Paige. Dan was a great mentor and very kind to all. He always wore a smile and was so proud of his family. Deeply sorrowed and with a heavy heart, I pray that God will grant you the strength during this difficult time and in the days ahead. Wei Chen "

""

""

""

"Dear BeckyI wanted to write to offer condolences for Dan' s sad and untimely death. You will know that he had friends, colleagues and admirers all over the globe. Putting aside his intellect, standing and enormous impact on cancer research, he was a gentleman in every meaning of the word. True, loyal and generous and a capacity to treat everyone with equity and civility. I will miss himYour sincerelyDavidDavid J Kerr CBE MD DSc FRCP(Glas,Lon,Edin) FRCGP FMedSciProfessor of Cancer Medicine, University of OxfordAdjunct Professor of Medicine, Weill-Cornell College of Medicine, NYHonorary Professor of Oncology, Xiamen and 2nd Military Universities, ChinaE in C, Journal of Global OncologyNuffield Division of Clinical and Laboratory SciencesLevel 4, Academic Block, John Radcliffe Infirmary,Headington, Oxford,OX3 9DU"

""

" A Seasonal Blooming Plant was sent on September 26, 2016 Dan was the consummate collaborator and mentor. He will be sorely missed by everyone at the British Columbia Cancer Agency GI Group. Condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. Best wishes from Winson Cheung, Sharlene Gill, Hagen Kennecke, Christian Kollmannsberger, Daniel Renouf et al. "

" A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

"The death of my friend and colleague Dan Sargent is shocking and heartbreaking. Dan chose a career path that allowed his ample analytical skills to be used very directly to help better human health, and specifically, to combat cancer. Statisticians are supposed to be 'neutral,' but they can still be passionate, and Dan clearly had passion with respect to trying to defeat cancer. As a fellow statistician, I admire how he combined his statistical knowledge and wisdom with this passion, to advance this cause. His example inspires me."

""

""

" A GRANDMA'S GARDENTABLE BASKET was sent on September 26, 2016 RIP Dan. Your kindness, warmth, wisdom and guidance will always be deeply missed! --Wei Zhang "

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 26, 2016 With our sincerest condolences, in memory of a kind, generous man who contributed greatly to the lives of cancer patients. It is an honor to have worked with Dan. Sincerely, Ken, Tommy, Suzette, Jocelyne, Sabine, Lucie, Xinyu, Marie-Laure, Joe, Janet and many other colleagues at Celgene "

""

"Dear Dan,I am writing this message as I am still trying to recover from the news you passed away on September 22. The world has been shocked to hear the news, and overwhelmed by grief since. For those of us who had the privilege of working with you, you were far more than a colleague: a personal friend, whom we enjoyed being with and having fun with.Whenever you got involved in a research group, you would soon be its most active and productive member. Ive often wondered how you could achieve so much without ever appearing overloaded or concerned. You just made things happen with strength and grace. You had a unique talent to understand and explain, as well as to unite and motivate. I felt smarter when you were present, awed by your intellect and humbled by your modesty. It is your smile I will remember, above all else.My thoughts go to Becky, Alec and Paige, whom I had a chance to meet two years ago. In their sorrow, I hope they will find some comfort in the multitude of heartfelt messages in your memory from all over the world. And I am sure they will be as proud of you as you were of them.Ill miss you at the oncology and statistical meetings we used to attend together, Dan, but youll be with me and your other friends forever. Youve changed us all for the better.Marc Buyse,IDDI, San Francisco"

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 26, 2016 Our deepest condolences to Becky, Alec, Paige, and the Sargent family. Dr. Sargent will be deeply missed. From the Division of Epidemiology, Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic "

""

"I have known Dan for over 15 years. I first met him through Sam Wieand. I just had dinner with Dan and others in his group at the JSM in Chicago in August. Dan insisted on picking up the tab. Dan was a true star in both the statistical and clinical trials communities. In addition to having a brilliant and creative mind, Dan was a kind and generous soul. He will be sorely missed by me and many, many others in our field.Stewart Anderson, University of Pittsburgh and NRG Oncology statistician"

""

""

"In the last 5 years I was blessed to meet and work with Dan even if just for a few days and occasions.An incredibly brilliant mind, with great heart.For me, an example of will and determination.... With a great sense of humor. I will truly miss him!To Becky, Alec and Page my condolences. May God comfort you!I am sure he has been a great husband and a great father, as he has been a great scientist.Dan will live on in the hearts and minds of all of us.Cristina"

"I am so very sorry about Dan's loss. I can not express the depth of my sorrow over this sudden loss. Dan was an example, an idol for me, all our meetings were impressive for me. He accepted to meet me with a big smile for the first time in his office when I was a student. He listened to my projects with a big attention, and he advised me and shared his experience with me. I am so grateful. Thank you Dan! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.M."

"To the Sargent family---we are grandparents of Gabe Hollman and met you at the tennis matches last spring. We were shocked and saddened to read of Daniel's death. You have our very deepest sympathy."

" A MOUNTAIN MEADOWPEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Eve Kavaliauskas and Family on September 26, 2016 "

"So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I only knew him as a kid at Hoover Elementary, but I remember him as always being the kindest, sweetest boy in the class. I know he'll be missed greatly. Our condolences to his family."

""

" A SENTIMENTAL THOUGHTS was ordered on September 26, 2016 "

""

""

""

"I just wanted to express my sympathy to all of the family and friends of Dan. I met him many years ago as part of the Research community. What a wonderful man and what a great loss to all of us.Prayers and thoughts, Pam"

"Dan's passing is a tremendous loss, most deeply felt by his family to whom we extend our deepest condolences. Within the cancer research community, our group has benefited from Dan's great intelligence, wisdom and generosity. We have gained greatly from his presence and we will miss him dearly as a wonderful friend and colleague. "

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 25, 2016 With our deepest sympathy, The McPhail Family "

""

" An A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 25, 2016 Alec (and Family), We are saddened and so sorry about your Dad. He was a great guy. We want you to know we are here for you. Hopefully we can hang out and play tennis lots before the season. The Century Boys Tennis Team "

" A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on September 25, 2016 "

""

""

""

""

""

""

"Dan was so special. Our prayers are with his family and many friends. God be with you."

"I am shocked and saddened to learn of Dans death. My deepest condolences to his family and friends and colleagues. I knew Dan as an outstanding cancer clinical trialist, one of the very best in the world. We would see each other once or twice a year at conferences or when we visited each others institution. I heard Dan give many presentations, I always came away being totally impressed by the ideas he presented and how clearly he explained them. I thoroughly enjoyed interacting with Dan on research projects. He was sharp, he was thoughtful, he was positive and he was thoroughly engaged and full of ideas and suggestions. I especially saw how kind and encouraging he was to younger people. We worked together on a few papers, with a student. Not only did Dan go out of his way to make available the data, but he also provided great feedback and insights into what we were trying to do. Dan was very encouraging to the student and I have heard many times what a great role model he was for junior researchers. I feel very fortunate to have worked with Dan.Jeremy Taylor, University of Michigan"

"In this sad moment, I express here my gratitude. Dan shared with us good moments and his admirable knowledge. He was brilliant and simple. Always full of enthusiasm, and with a smile on face. Dan was an example and left a great legacy for science. Unforgettable. Irreparable loss. Sadness in our hearts . All my respect and love for his family.Anelisa Coutinho."

""

"Dear Becky,We are deeply saddened by Dan's passing. My tears are flowing for a great mentor and dear friend, please accept our sincere condolences to your family. Alec and Paige should always be proud of their father's achievements. Dan will live in our hearts, and forever remembered!"

""

"Dear Becky,We are deeply saddened by Dan's passing. My tears are flowing for a great mentor and dear friend, please accept our sincere condolences to your family! Alec and Paige should always be proud of their father. Dan will live in our hearts, and forever remembered!"

""

"Words cannot express my sadness and overwhelming sense of loss on the event of Dan's untimely passing. He was respected and loved around the world as a leader in advancing the care of cancer patients, he promoted collaboration and interaction of his colleagues globally. My heart and thoughts are with his family.David Ilson"

" A DIGNITYIN WHITEPEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on September 24, 2016 Words cannot express the sense of loss with Dan's passing. He was an internationally loved and respected leader for his intelligence, humanity, and warmth. David Ilson "

"Becky, Alec, and Paige,Words cannot express the depth of our sorrow over this sudden loss. Dan was an incredibly gifted leader and mentor, but more than that he treated everyone with respect and as a friend. A recent quote from Dan this past summer, "Stronger together we are". Please know that we are here for you, and dont hesitate to reach out now or in the future. The lifetime of love and memories will keep him forever in your heart. Please accept our heartfelt condolences."

"I had the pleasure of working with Dan in the Cancer Center for many years. He was a wonderful colleague, brilliant statistician, and always exhibited a positive "can-do" attitude. He was a great example of a Mayo outstanding investigator and leader. He was a great mentor to young people and I know they, as I, will miss him very much. I realize that his loss will be so devastating to his family and I have been and will pray for you in the days ahead. May God grant you daily strength to deal with this sudden loss."

""

""

""

"Dan Sargent was a statistician and cancer researcher that I had great respect for. He was president of the Society for Clinical Trials, and was at most of the annual meetings. He always had wise and sensible things to say about research, statistics, the practice of clinical trials in oncology, national registries for oncology trials, and other important topics. He achieved great success at a young age. Dan, we will miss you. On behalf of the Society for Clinical Trials and myself, I extend condolences to the family in this time of sorrow."

" A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on September 24, 2016 "

"I am sorry to hear of Dan's untimely and sudden passing. My deepest condolences for his family, staff, and colleagues at Mayo and beyond."

""

""

" A Designers Choice was sent by Qian (with Paul, Jerry, and Charlie) on September 24, 2016 "

""

"Dear Becky,Dan was an incredible person, and an inspiration to both of us. We came here to Mayo because of Dan and stayed at Mayo because of Dan. He will hols a special place in our hearts forever. He was a dear friend, and mentor, and helped shape our professional career. He was always there to support us through our difficult times, personally and professionally, and was a strong leader with unwavering faith in himself and everyone that was part of his group. He was respectful and graceful in all his decisions as a leader, and was a very bright scientist. We will remember him forever for all his ideals and principles, and what he has taught us. This is a very difficult time for you, Alec and Paige, Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if we can be of any help to you. Dan was proud of you, and his kids and always kept us updated with all of their achievements. He is very dear to us, and we will miss him deeply.Jay and Sumithra"

""

""

"You are small, but you think big, and you achieved big!"

"Dear Becky,This is devastating news. Dan was a model to me: his kindness, his probity, his intelligence dedicated for the help of the patients and of the research community was, is and will always be an example, as for countless others.It seems so unreal. In July, we shared a restaurant, a county fair, we enjoyed to see how children were happy and full of joy. I cannot match this quiet memories with this shaking tragedy. I just cannot believe it.Please accept my most sincere condolences.Xavier"

""

" A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on September 23, 2016 "

"I am so very sorry to hear about Dan. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you."

""

"i am stunned as i am sure you are. i have many good memories and have the upmost respect for him and his work. i will pray for you during this time of grief. you can have nothing but pride of his accomplishments. he will be sorely missed by his colleagues as well."

""