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David Gionet Obituary
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Daniel C Koscher
October 5, 2022
While extremely late with this note, as a result of reading of the the passing of Gary, I saw a note of the prior passing of David's many years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gionet family. As a kid, the Gionet family was an impressive and talented group. David was an amazing goalie, but as you all know, an amazing individual. Again, I am sorry for you and your family's losses.
John Brezniak
August 9, 2008
I just learned of Dave's passing and wanted to pass on my condolences to his family. I played hockey with Dave and his brother Alan. I have many fond memories of Dave both as a person(he was a hoot!) and a hockey player.
Ellen Brezniak
August 3, 2008
I just learned today about Dave's passing. I went to high school with Dave and have wonderful memories of him. He was a big man with a very big heart. My deepest condolences to his family. His time here was too short.
Nancy Morin
July 23, 2008
My heart goes out to the Jo Ellen and the Gionet family. I became a member of the Gionet-Morin sibling clan through my brothers' friendship with Alan and Bruce. I quickly gained an extended set of brothers over holiday visits to Pittsfield.
I have fond memories of Dave as a kind, big hearted guy, a great story teller and capable of being just as silly as the rest of the sibling clan members. My deepest sympathies to you all.
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Andy van Lingen
July 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to the Gionet family. The many years of great hockey memories starting at young ages at the Boy's Club right through high school.
Michael Morin
July 19, 2008
Thoughts and prayers to Jo Ellen, Ralph & Betty and the entire Gionet family during this time of mourning.
My first memory of hearing Dave's name was while attending Pittsfield High School. His goaltending accomplishments for the PHS hockey team during the winter of 1976 had become legendary.
I eventually met Dave through my brother's friendship with Alan and my friendship with Bruce. Dave was definitely the largest Gionet with a presence to match his personality. He always had a big smile or a story to share that would make you laugh. Memories come to mind of large Memorial Day parties at the Gionet house with a croquet course that circled the massive house. I also remember one time over a Christmas holiday when we were all reciting lines from the movie, "It's a Wonderful Life". I was impressed on how much dialogue Dave knew from the film, since it is one of my favorites.
Reading about Dave and his life in Fort Wayne, I am not surprised at how many people he helped. We will all miss you Dave.
Ray Gardino
July 18, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Gionet family. Dave was a fellow goaltender and provided the Pittsfield Generals with outstanding goaltending in the mid 70's. I had the pleasure of playing with and against Dave. His family is in my thoughts today. (1976 graduate - Lenox).
Sandy White Egts
July 18, 2008
Jo - It seems as if it were just a few years and not 10 that I welcomed you to the neighborhood, and although I have been gone for 5 of those years, the Gionets were the best neighbors anyone could ask for. My prayers are with you and may God grant you comfort during this difficult time.
Brady McArdle
July 17, 2008
My deepest condolences to Jo, Norton, and Dave's entire family. We lived two doors down from the Gionet's on Beaver avenue for quite a few years. I will always remember playing golf with Dave, as well as his great smile and laugh.
Al Byam
July 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to JoEllen and all of Dave's family. I will miss seeing him at APTA and other Transit events to catch up and talk about hockey and old times at UMass. He was another success story from UMass Transit and we were all proud of his accomplishments. From all his friends and the employees of UMass Transit
Pat (Frambes) Armenteros
July 17, 2008
Dear Bruce, and all of Dave's family,
I have fond memories of Dave, and watching his phenomenal feats as a goalie, some 30+ years ago. I am so sorry for your loss, and pray that God will pour out His comfort on you all.
Pete Cavanaugh
July 17, 2008
among my memories were those soft hands, anybody who saw him play 1st base or goalie knows what i mean, then when you got to know him you learned about his soft heart
Pete from TEGWAR and UMass Transit
Ron Hamlin
July 17, 2008
I am an old housemate of Dave's when we were at UMass - living in the "bus drivers' house" on South Pleasant St. Lot's of memories of Dave playing softball in the with "Tegwar" and playing late Friday night hockey in Greenfield - stopping at the Hot-L Warren in South Deerfield to quench our thirsts on the way back to Amherst.
Here's to you Dave!
Tamyra Kelly
July 17, 2008
To the Gionet Family:
It was certainly an honor and a pleasure to serve on the Community Transportation Network board with Dave. He was a stellar leader and had a passion to help people. He will be greatly missed. Please know that God has everything in control. Continue to trust God and he will give you strength.
BRIAN ANDERSON
July 17, 2008
IT WAS FUN WENT YOU CAME TOO NILES MICH YOU WILL BE MISS FROM THE GARAGE AT DIAL-A-RIDE
Lynn Cooper
July 17, 2008
Rest in peace Dave. I know that when I go to Heaven you will have the buses ready. You were a great friend and I'll miss you.
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