Reverend David Smith Van Brakle

miss you dad, happy birthday.

My heart breaks for you john and your family.

We just heard about David's untimely passing - just today on Easter - so sad - he was our Assistant Minister here at Dewitt Community Church in Syracuse - and he was the best Minister we had ever experienced - being so very friendly and personable -- when he left here for a church in Illinois -- we knew he would do well where he was headed, but we knew we all were losing a great Minister. Our thoughts and prayers will be with Erica and her sons always.

Dear family members I am so very very sorry to hear David passed. It is so unfortunate that he just lost his mother. You are surely in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine what you are going through.

The Schwartz family sends condolences to Erika and the boys. We are sad and heart broken with this news. Our kids go to school together. We met a couple times for play dates , pick ups , drop offs, last Halloween the boys went trick or treat together. We are very sorry for your loss. Sending love and comfort to your family.

David took our daughter to her first dance and often walked to school with her. Such a kind young man, gone too soon. We are so very sorry and our heartfelt condolences to the family! God Bless!

David was pastor of Michigan Avenue Baptist Church in Saginaw, Michigan where we have attended our entire lives. He was wonderful, spiritual and full of life. We were very sad when he left but knew he would be great wherever he went. Our deepest condolences to your family Erica. It is devastating news. You are all in our prayers.

The first person to welcome me to Parkland. We were hoping to hang out soon. Shame, he was a great man and a great friend. Always willing to help or just be there for you. The world is lesser place without him. RIP my friend.