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My sister took this pic at my local bar last year
Bob Kames
March 26, 2010
I'm sorry I didn't make it to the funeral. I was under the weather.
I met Dave in 1972 when we were both apprentices at Midwestern Typographers. I had just graduated from high school, and had my first real job, after having been a Milwaukee Journal carrier and was working part time in a bowling alley. We called him "Big Dave".
Dave was living on 27th Street just north of Forest Home Ave. I lived with my parents just off 67th & Ohio. I would pick up Dave in the morning. We car pooled together. Parking downtown is expensive, so it helped us to share the parking expenses. I had a tinny little 1971 Dodge Colt. When Dave would get into the car, he would grab onto the roof and lower himself into the car, and the car would sink a few inches! Like I said, the car was a tin can, and when you closed the doors it sounded like putting a lid on a garbage can.
We parked about three blocks away from the shop. One time Dave said "hey I'll race you." Now I know I'm slow as a truck, but I thought I might have a chance against this hulk. Boy was I wrong. Dave beat me there by a full block! Man that big guy could motor. He should have been playing for the Packers!
Dave was the most intelligent guy in the company. One of our friends, a fellow apprentice named Lloyd Robinson, labled Dave "The Wizard". It stuck. Pity anyone who would ever take Dave on in a game of Jeopardy or Trivial Pursuit. Dave was truly knowledgeable about so many things.
After our days at Midwestern, I only ran into Dave once. That was at a Brewers game at County Stadium. I wish we had stayed in touch. We got to be good friends.
I'm saddened I didn't make it to the funeral. I'm sadder more to see such a bright and cheerful man go before his time. My condolences go out to all of Dave's loved ones.
Bob Kames
West Allis, WI
Mitch Radaj
March 25, 2010
Rosanne: We're thinking of you and want you to know we're here for you. Your love and admiration for your brother has always been so evident. Take comfort in knowing he's at peace.
Mitch & Tricia
Kelly Kramer
March 24, 2010
Beth, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jill Barbian
March 24, 2010
LeeAnn, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Unfortunately I won't be able to attend the service on Thursday. I didn't know your dad but in the short time I have worked with you, you have been a great friend and coworker. I know your heart is heavy and you are missing him deeply. Just remember that you will be together again one day.
Jenny Nellessen
March 24, 2010
To our dearest friends Sally, Sami, and Sarah, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We love you and will miss Dave terribly. He was a wonderful man. We were lucky to know him. God's love and peace be with you, Jenny, Tim, Jessie and Victor xxx
Mark Kosmeder
March 24, 2010
Juli, Mary and Betty, I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. You have my deepest sympathies. My prayers and thoughts will be with you and your families at this difficult time.
Toni D. Williams
March 24, 2010
To Juli and Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Eason-Reed
March 24, 2010
Juli and Mary , I am so sorry to hear about the lose of your brother. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family at this time of mourning. Just remember to think about the good times you had with him to get you through any frustrations and sorrow.
Mary Bosch
March 24, 2010
Juli I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
The Lindemann's
March 23, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss, I grew up with Vicki since we were 3, therefore I knew the family quite well. I am sure Dave is no longer suffering and resting well in Heaven. Our condolences to the entire family.
Pat Moran
March 23, 2010
Sally, So sorry for your loss. He will be so missed. I so enjoyed talking to him on the home up north. He was such a great guy and friend.
Debra Liebhauser
March 23, 2010
To my dear friend Juli, your sisters Mary, Betty, Roseanne and all the rest of the family, my condolences on the death of your brother David. The end of his pain and suffering doesn't make up for the loss of "Big Dave"! Cherish your good memories and take care.
Susan Stack
March 23, 2010
Dear Sally, I am sorry to see that David has died. I have asked after you several times at Menard's and knew David was doing poorly. We all miss your bubbly presence and hope to see you back soon. Be comforted by God's love for you and your extended family.
March 23, 2010
Sally, I am so sorry to hear that Dave passed away. He was really a good guy. John and I really enjoyed when he would come up north hunting with Dennis and we sure enjoyed the times at the cabin. He will be missed. Take care, sorry we couldnt be there for the funeral.
John and Debbie Raspotnik- Ashland Wisconsin
Jackie
March 23, 2010
Juli & Mary-
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I am sure that Dave is finally at peace.
March 23, 2010
Juli and Mary I'm sorry for the loss of your brother. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Kate Svehlek
Laurie Schultz
March 23, 2010
Juli and Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that your brother is now at peace. My deepest condolences to you both.
Jody Ruszczynski(Miller)
March 23, 2010
I really wish I could be there your funeral. Being in Japan is hard at times like this. You were an amazing man. I am proud to have known you so well, you were like a father to me as well as Sam and Sarah. You will be greatly missed. Love from Japan!! Love the third "twin"
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