David R. Ames Sr.

Dear Barbara and family,

My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. After reading all the wonderful comments on line about David, I never thought I would be writing one for the first time. I am glad we spent some time together at the Hall of Fame functions. I know how you must miss David, as I do Bobby. It is not easy and it will take some time but the good memories will never fade, they will always be in your heart. You have a wonderful family to give you...

Dear Barbara and fmily,I was deeply saddened to hear about David's death. I didn't know that He had ALS or was even sick.We 55 graduates will all surely miss him,I know I will. I can truly say that I have never heard anyone say anything bad about David or Him say anything bad about anyone. David and I had many friendly conversations during our WWHS reunions and I considered Him a good friends. He had a way of making you think that you were the most important person in the room when you were...

David was a very helpful man to my husband Mark at Philip Morris. I have heard many nice things about David over the years. Mark and our son our in WV for regional tournaments. He wishes he could have been there and we all send are deepest sympathy at you and your familys loss.

Mark & Cindy Florence

To the family of Dave Ames: I am deeply saddened by David's death. It was such a pleasure to see him at the U of R reunions. He never failed to make you feel like you were the most important person he had met that day. He was a genuine and decent person and I am proud to have been his team mate and to have know him. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Jim Hoffman

Dear Barbara,
Daylon and I were saddened to hear of Dave's passing. We worked together and were part of the infamous carpool on C shift at Stockton Street in the early 70's.
The group was Jerry Hollandsworth, Frank Pajakowski, and Dave. We all hated C shift but by the time we got to work, everyone was in a good mood. We stayed in touch through the years, when we were at the MC. He beat me to retirement but I did get to chat with him at a friend's funeral in Chesapeake, VA. I will...

David was a freshman at the U of R when I was a senior . He was one of the nicest people i ever met . He was well liked and respected . He , George Riggs ( a good friend of his) and others teased me about my "bird " legs and wondered ( out loud ) how I could stand up ,let alone play football . David was a "great running back " and very , very fast Over the years , David kept old timers like myself apprised of activities of ex players and U of R activities in general . He will be sorely missed .

David was a freshman when I was a senior at the UofR. He was one of the nicest young men I have ever met . He had many friends and was a student athlete . He was a "geat " running back and very fast . I have "bird" legs and David, George Riggs and others expressed wonderment at my ability to stand let alone play football . Over the years ,David kept "old timers " like myself apprised of Uof R ex players and activities at Richmond . Many times he would convey information throught a mutual...

Dear Barbara and Family,
I was saddened to learn of David's passing. I have so many fond memories of David and the others on the 54 team. David especially made a very young manager feel like an important part of the family.
My very best to all of you. Melissa and I will remember you in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Bill Ayers

Dave, Erick, Barbara & family:
Mr. Ames (as he'll always be to me) was a classy gentleman. I always enjoyed chatting with him at holiday and graduation gatherings. He will be sorely missed. He was so involved w/his grandkids, they've been blessed with many wonderful memories. We're thinking of you. I know it hurts & wish I could say some magic words to take the pain away.
Jana & Allen Taylor