David Spitzer

I just read with sadness about Dave's passing in the recent Witt magazine. Dave and I were roommates and fraternity brothers during our freshman and sophomore years in college. Those were good years made better by knowing Dave. My prayers are with you.

What is impressive about someone like Dave is this: a year after his passing I still think of times with him, I still recall lessons learned from him, his inspiration and his good humor .... and I still get in conversations with others about how wonderful Dave was and how lucky we are to have known him and been with him. Now THAT is a life well-lived ..... and again, I say "THANK YOU" to you, Dave.... you are a good Friend - and a mensch too!

Mr. Spitzer left impactful imprints on my 4th grade days and continues to be one of the most influential and memorable teachers in my life. It has truly been a privilege to be one of your Time Capsule students and for that we will forever be bonded. You are with us in every way.

David was my oldest daughter's 4th grade teacher and to this day she speaks fondly of him and especially the school forest overnights. He will be missed.

I was so sorry to hear of David´s passing. I knew him from Grammar School and Scouts back in the early 60s. He had a gentle nature and I imagine that he was a wonderful school teacher. Please accept my condolences.

My condolences to Dave´s family. Dave was a year older than me and was one of my leaders in Boy Scouts. Troop 60 at Harlem Rd Elementary. Lots of camping trips together. I remember distinctly him showing me the stars and constellations. He could see them far better than me. Dick Roth

I'm not saying anything countless others have not repeatedly said -- but Dave Spitzer was a tremendous educator, a warm, caring human being, and a devoted worker to make the world a better place for all. Dave inspired me continually -- and I want to say a very loud "Thank You"!

Dave was a rare true friend. He moved to my area in 5th grade the and immediately became my best friend through high school and the college years. Geography and life separated us in the pre-Internet/pre-cell phone days. Much to my regret now. Being with Dave was always an adventure and loads of fun because he was daring in ways I never was on my own. As a young person he was good and kind and helpful - much like the man he became, as I read here. My deep sympathy to his wife Diane and...

Dave's smile told me all I needed to know about him when we first met at his sweet home on Blackhawk. He loved the back yard which hosted numerous birds and had installed rain barrels to water the lawn. I am sorry to hear of his passing.