David Krinitsky

Mr. Krinitsky was my music teacher at James Denman in San Francisco. Very well respected by all and a Classact.

I had the pleasure of playing in the Corte Madera Town Band with Dave; I was going through some photos from years ago, and came across one I took of him in 2010 when we performed in the Towne Center. I do hope Ann or another family member will see this snapshot; he was a confident, accomplished musician and performer and a pleasure to be around.

I met David only a few times, and decades ago, but was struck by his kindness and genuine interest in others. He made people feel seen, I think, and made them feel he saw their better selves. Seeing him at school concerts, I remember the mild chagrin he would feign for having perfect pitch, and recalling it now, I remember feeling however few our interactions, he treated me as a friend. What a wonderful man, and how beautifully he was captured in this obituary. My condolences to Elsie and the...

I am so sorry for the loss for all of you. I haven't seen Mr. Krinitsky in several years, and I am still so grateful to have his and Elsie's support at my mom's memorial service. But my best memory of him is watching him with Ann at the airport when he saw her off on our trip to Australia decades ago. Pure love and joy and pride, and based on how much he was hugging her, probably a little reluctance to let her go. What a huge loss for the family, but what amazing memories to sustain them.

David was truly a loving and gentle man. He will be sadly missed in our community. I will always have fond memories of the beautiful music he and Elsie made! What a gift! I will always remember the night that Ann was born! Sending my love to the entire family.