Far too young and far too sudden/unexpected.

My condolences to the family as well.

This upsetting bit of the news story raises questions:

Lakly, 65, died Monday of a heart attack while he was hospitalized for treatment of a broken wrist, state officials said. Lakly had suffered the initial injury falling off a ladder Friday.

This sort of thing just isn't supposed to happen. What in the world went wrong during this gentleman's hospitalization? Was there a prior heart condition?

Your husband and father is the person responsible for me forming this successful business in 1993. Dan of course, will be sorely missed by us all. His efforts in the legislature allowed me to become state certified in the Georgia Drugs Don't Work Program 15 years, ago. My family and I will be eternally grateful to Dan's efforts on our behalf. He never did anything halfway, it was always 100% wide open or not at all. God Bless you all! Paul & Elizabeth Hagan.

We have lost a great person with the passing of Dan lakly. The history goes back to his first running with Peachtree City. As a child Mr. Dan would have the kids, including myself walking around the parking lots of Peachtree City putting flyers on cars. I would never of thought that the political trail would go to the State. The memories between then and now are endless. A great assest to the Government and community has been lost but NEVER FORGOTTON. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Donna, Danny, David, Donald, and their families.

The Korandas

Who can ever forget Dan standing at the intersections of Highways 54 and 85, and/or most any other busy intersection around, during his run for State Rep. Dan in his colorful T-Shirts (yellow and red ones I think) that said VOTE LAKLY, waving at cars with his sign that said VOTE DAN LAKLY. As folks would sit in their cars trying not to make eye contact with Dan, he would then enact his little attention getting plan. Dan would then flip his sign over, displaying a second message that read: WILL WORK FOR VOTES. Immediately big grinning smiles would jump on the faces of those passer-byers as they went along their way.

Dan, I will miss you. You were a true American, friend and family man. You always represented the Conservative movement with honor and integrity, in addition to being a hard worker and fighter for the causes you believed in. Such as our loss of Paul Heard, God has brought you into his presence way too early in life. I suppose the good do die young. Thank you.... I will miss you.

Dear Donna and family, Mrs. Git and I extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family during the loss of your husband, dad and friend.

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was a real friend and a caring person. He loved his family and his country. Dan will be missed.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to Donna and the boys.

I have lost a good friend this morning with the passing of Dan Lakly. I just had breakfast with him this past Saturday morning, and I am shocked that he is no longer with us.

He was a true and unique individual. Although we had breakfast most everyday with friends, and although we discussed events and issues and we didn't always agree, I found him to be one of the most honest, caring, and sincere men that I have ever met.

We are both members of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion posts, and I can honestly say that Dan was a true Patriot. All Veterans salute Dan for his service both to the USA, and to his constituents. He felt strongly about serving both.

Dan will be missed not just by my family and me, but by our morning breakfast friends, and fellow Fayette County citizens.

God Bless you Dan, your wife Donna, and your family.

Tom Mahon

Although Page and I did not have an opportunity to meet Dan on more than just a few occasions, he always struck us as a very warm and personable man. His long dedication to public service is a matter of record and will be missed, but undoubtedly not as much as the loss that his family must feel this day.

Our deepest sympathies and regrets.

Page and Mark Hollums

To the Lakly family.

Dan was a rare politician. He cared about people.

Cathy and Don Haddix

Dan was a great public servant, and did great work for Fayette county by keepin the "at large" voting in place. He will be sorely missed.

the beaver

Our condolences to the Lakly Family during this time of grief.

Unlike so many politicians, Dan would respond to a question or comment within 24 hours -- and would do it personally! He was a caring gentleman who seriously felt that he was REPRESENTING (in all capital letters) his constituents.

His constituents will miss him.

A friend and fellow VFW member who I will miss. Dan was the voice of reason who willingly gave of his time and talents promoting not only his district but to Peachtree City as well. Our prayers go to his family during their time of loss.
Mike King

Someone said "He was a good man, and would help you if you asked" - and that is so true!

My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and all the children.

I'm so sorry to hear about Dan's death. He always promptly answered my emails personally and asked questions that showed that he thought about my positions and was open to learning more. He was gracious and a friend to those who have worked so selflessly for many conservative causes. He will be missed.

My deepest sympathy to the Lakly family. May God comfort you during this time.

I am so sorry to learn of Dan Lakly's passing.

I met Dan Lakly back in the 80's when he was a Fayette County Commissioner. My husband and I needed help with a neighborhood issue. I spoke at one of the commission meetings asking for help. Mr. Lakly responded immediately. He was a big help to us, made follow up calls to check on how things were going etc.

He was a good man and would help you if you asked.

My deepest sympathy to his family.

I'm very sorry to hear about this. I did not always agree with him but I respected him nonetheless. He will be missed.
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