David B. Kittredge

AnneMarie and extended family and friends, Although I had to wait two years due to Covid times, I did finally honor Dave on the Belchertown Community band programs when able to go public again. He was a great addition to the brotherhood of music back in the `80´s and he inspired several others in the Forestry Dept to join too! Always enjoyed his cheerfulness at work! Christine Harper, Belchertown MA

I just found this out about Dave's passing. I knew him well from work that I did with him at UMass and the Harvard Forest. He was always encouraging, energetic, and a positive influence. When reading about his history, I also found out that we had much more in common than I had imagined. It appears that Dave grew up, in part, in Lake Bluff, Illinois. I grew up in Lake Forest, just five miles away. I am saddened to hear of his passing and will always remember him as such a positive...

I can’t believe I am just finding out about Dave’s passing. He served as my research mentor at the Harvard Forest during the summer of 2012 and working with him was the best part of the entire summer. He was almost a father figure and I felt so comfortable with him. I was amazed by his kindness, generosity, and incredible regard for this beautiful earth. We continued working together the following year as I wrote my senior thesis and the year after that we authored a paper together. I am so...

I just learned that David died a couple of months ago. What an inspirational guy. What a lively spirit. Thanks for sharing so much, Dave.

I always enjoyed my time visiting with Dave. It was a a true professional, a gentleman and a good friend. His measured approach to our profession of forestry and the mentoring of young forestry minds and the support and friendship to we veterans will be missed. Dave meant a lot to many of us. My most sincere sympathies to his family and friends for this loss.

I didn't know Dave well, but his enthusiasm and dedication to sharing knowledge was an inspiration. He has made a long lasting contribution.

Slightly known but deeply respected. My sincerest condolences

My condolences to the entire Kittredge family. Dave's long career as a forestry educator has advanced the profession of forestry and the well-being of New England landowners and their forests. His contributions will echo for generations.

Dear Family of Dave,
Sincerest condolences. May your faith comfort you in knowing he is at peace and smiling down on you for just now, to be together again. I am saddened but grateful to have known him. The childhood pic is so appropriate for the brightness his eyes held as an adult! We came together in the UMass Forestry Dept in the late '80's. He was a professional and a personable being. I wrote a paper for my masters on Workplace Culture and chose to focus on our department. He took...