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David filled his personal web page with his art, intellect and humor.
David introduced himself to me soon after I started working as a student at the PSC in December 1988. Through the years we became friends. I left the PSC in October 2000 to work up on main campus and I regret that I didn’t stop in to see him more often afterwards.
How do I remember Dave the most? In his office on the second floor of Mellon Institute. I can close my eyes and see him standing behind his desk, ready to personally help in any way he could. I’ll never forget the layout of his office, I had spent quite some time in there (at least for someone who didn’t work in his group). Oh, and he gave good backrubs :)
When I came upon rough times, he was always there to listen. When things were difficult and took my focus off work, I could stop in his office and talk. His door was always open. When necessary, he’d close his door so I could get it all out, whatever was bothering me. He was such a good listener. He once told me that he knew everyone’s secrets and that they were all safe with him. Never ONCE did I ever hear him gossip about others. This is why he became my confidante more than once. He always had some advice, a kind word, and/or a hug, and things would be a little better. I always left his office with a smile, he was very witty and always had a joke to tell. I always admired the nature pictures in his office, and remember being amazed when I learned that he had taken those pictures. The places he’d been and the sights he’d seen! They always brought me peace.
When I left the PSC in 2000, he told me I could take one of the pictures. I couldn’t believe it, what a wonderful gift! I remember being torn between a beautiful sunset and a great rocky beach scene. I walked out of his office with a beautiful sunset which has graced my dining room ever since.
When I got a digital camera, I started snapping nature scenes myself. There is no doubt in my mind that Dave inspired me.
I am so glad he found true love. He deserved it, and wait so patiently for so long.
I am so glad he is leaving a legacy behind, he was too wonderful to simply leave this world and be forgotten. I know that I will never forget him.