David C. Reader

Dear Reader Family,

I was devastated to hear of David's death. I had just seen him the week before at the GSU School of Music and had a good 15-minute chat talking about all the things he was doing in the music world. David will always have a special place in my heart. He was one of the first students I knew at Georgia State, and we had a special Kansas bond (I grew up in Topeka). He did a cello demonstration for my Music Appreciation class a few semesters, and the students loved him....

Dear Reader Family,
I knew David when he was a freshman music student at Wichita State University. He had a pleasant, unassuming personality, and was always cheerful and outgoing.
Since I was several years older than David, I shared no direct classes with him, but I observed that he was always kind and courteous, even to those whom he barely knew. He seemed to have a smile for everyone.
I will keep your family in my prayers, as you remember David's life and enthusiasm, and...

My students and I were very fortunate to have met David and to have listened to his performance with the string quartet in March at our school. He touched our lives that morning, and we were very saddened to hear of the passing of this talented young man who was an important part of our musical community.
With deepest sympathy,

Your family is in mine and my family's prayers. David was the best thing that ever happened to me, he will always be in my heart and in my thoughts. He was a great person that had so much going for himself, I was so proud of him. I pray to see him again in Heaven. God Bless.

My heart is broken when I recently found out of David’s death. He is and will be terribly missed. David was an extraordinary person, very kind and polite. I was privileged to have met David through my sister Alice. He was always helping her in school and they were always practicing together. I extend my sincere sympathy to his family and friends. David, see you soon…

Dear Eva, Whitney and family

We grieve with you at the loss of your son David. He was much loved by our whole family.

I had the privilege of watching him grow up as I stayed in your home. There are many fond memories of driveway basketball games, violin lessons, music-making with your family, a trip to NM, strawberry shortcake, your daughter's wedding.. and much more.

I know my parents' prayers are with you too. They remember David fondly.

Our thoughts and prayers...

Dear Reader Family,

My heart goes out to you for the loss of your son and brother. My family and I had the opportunity to meet David though our sister Alice. He was one of the kindest people I have ever met and I am grateful that my sister had the chance to have such a wonderful person in her life. I always saw David as someone whom people could mold themselves after, he will be terribly missed. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and we will see him in heaven. Take care.