David Charles Gaines

As the years go by and I get older I think of friends like David who didn't have a chance to live a long life. I miss sharing a glass of wine on the beach with him and just talking. Best wishes to Nicole and the rest of David's family.

Dave was my cousin and I have such fond memories of the time we spent together. He was always up for an adventure. He had a wonderful smile and kind sense of humor. I miss both David and Janie. Cousin Karl and Bev

I always think of David when I arrive at my Cozumel Condo. He was my first condo manager, and taught me many details about how to set it up and maintain it so guests would enjoy my "little slice of paradise." I always raise a glass of wine at sunset to remember David. Rest In Peace, my friend.

Dear Nicole and Janie,

I am so very sorry to hear about David's passing. I have such fond memories of him - from the first time we stayed at Villa Dos in 2002, during the construction phases of Chango Villa and his ongoing support and friendship throughout the years. David was a source of inspiration to us all. He fought so hard for so long yet was always there to help and lend an ear and provide wisdom when pertaining to Cozumel and Chango Villa. David will always be in our...

And I really did like him. I remember when he took me to the roof of the house in Cozumel and told me of AHIC's history and strategy. As he was talking, I was stunned to hear that although our respective businesses were 10 000 kilometers away from each other, our values were the same. For example, he had chosen to pick only properties by the sea, and I picked them by the main Prague monuments. Another resemblance is that here we work closely with a whole family for our operations. And we...

Dear Janie, dear Nicole,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. David was a great man. I appreciated very much the strong and honest values on which he built his company, and I liked brainstorming on possible innovations with him. I also enjoyed very much the moments we spent together in Cozumel and in Prague. I am glad I got the chance to know him, I wish I had known him for longer and my thoughts and support go to you ...

David, I really don't know what to say. I'm going to miss you. You were a person I could trust and count on, and I don't trust to easy. You were like the dad I never got to have. You were a wonderful role model. I'm never going to forget you. If it wasn't for you I would never have gone on my dream vacation to Africa. I sure am going to miss you but I know now you are at peace and no more pain. Love you and miss you,
Lava Haugen

Just thinking about my daddy.

Janie, I was able just to say hello to David in the hospital - on the phone - about two weeks ago. Then, again about a week later and also spoke to Nicole. Growing up with David was a hoot - he was so funny, always cracking jokes. I know he had been sick for quite a while but still, it was much too young to pass on. I will be holding a good thought for you and Nicole in my heart. Rhonda (Beard) Copple