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Paul Piedrahita
March 4, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. I just found out about David's passing from an old friend that saw this memorial and remembered when I took her to an event at the gallery.
I met David in the late 90's when I was the office manager of the leasing & property management company of his gallery on Prince. He was always kind and respectful. I admired his prescence. From the moment you'd see him, looking very clean cut and professional, you knew he owned the gallery. He cared a lot about his space and the artists he represented. I had the privilage of seeing some amazing growth of the gallery and some amazing talent come out of there.
It was a privilage to know him and wanted those who knew him to know that he meant something to even someone like me, who met him for a fleeting moment.
Thank you,
Paul Piedrahita
Willy Heeks
January 19, 2023
I miss David. To this day I am reminded of his true commitment to painting and to the artists he represented. He was my dealer for 14 years. Something unheard of these days. At times I hear myself asking, "what would David suggest?" as I navigate my way these days.
Rebecca Lax
January 19, 2020
Dear Darren and David's family members, I knew David at Bennington College where he received his masters degree in a tiny program that was very special to that arts department and I believe also to those who went there. I think he graduated in 1981-2 with a masters degree. He was always friendly and open to all. He strode into the contemporary NYC art world as a part of a generation of ambitious young men, including Matthew Marks and Jack Bankowsky, who also went through the program. What really struck me was that this group did not become artists, but two dealers and one writer/editor of Artforum. There was this microcosm of art appreciators that Bennington helped to spawn. Back in NYC, we both ended up in soho - he started his gallery and I was living on Charlton Street in 1989, west of Soho. I would stop by the gallery (walking back and forth on Prince Street) about once a month to see the exhibitions of his artists. He was always nice to me and thoughtful. It seemed he never took on the blasé attitude of the 'dealer'. He was receptive and honest and he hired the best people to work with him. They worked with him, it seemed, not 'for' him. David's gallery was solidly on the side of the contemporary art world in soho that had 'vision' and a less commercial bent, and alongside him others I loved to visit: Annie Plumb was just down the block, Editions Schellmann had a tucked away loft, where my friend Meg worked (she is now running Sikkema/Jenkins), Joe Fawbush was showing Kiki Smith for the first time and Colin Deland and his American Fine Arts had just started the Armory show, and my employer Ed Thorp...the list goes on and on. These dealers were not SOHO royalty (Castelli, OK Harris, Ivan Karp etc). They expanded what soho had to offer. I think about David a lot, he was truly appreciated by many, I miss him and his laugh. It is very simple, he is missed by many.
Peter Beard
February 23, 2019
Darren, I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. It is truly a loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and David's family.
Peter
Steve Clemons
February 23, 2019
Dear Darren -- There is never enough time for all of the moments we deserve, and you and David certainly deserved more time though I know that what you had was so fulfilling and loving. My sincerest condolences to you and David's family in this time. as ever, steve
Jennifer Smith
February 9, 2019
Dear Darren, Sending healing Love and Light to both you and David...
Jennifer Smith
February 9, 2019
Dear Darren, May the Lord hold you tight and wrap His Everlasting Arms around you during this very difficult time. Know that Love never dies and that David still lives and will be forevermore your very own Private Angel who will always watch over you, until you meet again. May God Bless you both.
Valerie Mercer
February 7, 2019
So sorry about David's passing. I remember years ago often visiting his gallery in New York and having dinner at his home with artists and Darren. He was always bright, generous and fun. My heart is sad for Darren and the Beitzel family. I know they have wonderful memories of sharing their lives with him. Valerie J. Mercer, Curator, Detroit Institute of Arts
Rebecca Lax
February 7, 2019
Dear Darren and David's family, I am deeply saddened by the news of David's passing. He was a fantastic man, I met him at Bennington College and I visited him numerous times at his gallery in soho. He showed so many wonderful artists of our generation. He had this incredible depth of warmth, intelligence, kindness, confidence and beautiful laugh. Im so sorry for your loss.
Cynthia Schneider
February 5, 2019
Dear Darren, My heart goes out to you ; I am so sorry for your terrible loss. I hope you will draw comfort from your many, many friends, and your and David's family. May time do its work, and dull the pain, and may you find the strength, eventually, to keep on dancing in unexpected places.. Thinking of you, Cynthia Schneider
Cynthia Schneider
February 4, 2019
Dear Darren,
My heart goes out to you as you grieve this unimaginable loss. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting David, everything I hear and read tells me that he had your humane intelligence, humor, and love of life. I hope that somehow you'll find the strength to keep on dancing in unexpected places. The world needs that, and your intelligence, compassion, and grace. Thinking of you, Cynthia Schneider
Kevin wixted
February 4, 2019
Dear Darren and David's family,
I'm very sorry to hear of David's passing.He was an amazing person. David's belief in me as an artist changed my life, and I will be forever grateful to him. My thoughts and prayers are with Darren and the Beitzel family.
Neene and Janet Overholt
February 3, 2019
Our deepest condolences to David's family, partner and friends.
Don Lemon
February 1, 2019
I'm heartbroken, just heartbroken. Thinking about David's family and my dear Darren. Sending love your way. Don Lemon
Lois Zelman
January 31, 2019
Having known David for over 40 years, I am
very saddened by his untimely passing.
Please accept my deepest condolences at this time. Lois Mazer Zelman......
Nina Yankowitz
January 31, 2019
He was a an art student In my class. A smart, interesting young painter struggling conceptually to find his personal voice. An intellectual and painterly rebel who found himself representing other artists, with the vigor and conviction he always had for his beliefs. He probably never knew that I really respected his early work and him, although we had stayed in touch spanning many platforms, many years. And...%}#}%}%{} I'm really sad and mad to hear the news about this tragic loss. with ❤.
Peggy Mazer
January 30, 2019
So saddened by this news. David's light and laughter was always an immense joy. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Alan Jenkins
January 30, 2019
Kirsten and I are thinking of you, and remembering David's warm and wonderful presence.
Alan
Willy Heeks
January 30, 2019
A very tragic loss. David was my art dealer for 13 years. He was so dedicated and hard working , and had a unique intelligence for painting. He will be missed for all else he was involved with as well. David had a beautiful laughter too! My most heartfelt sympathy to Darren and family.
Petert Logan
January 30, 2019
Darren and Family-
So sorry to learn of your loss. It is a loss for me and his other friends/roomies from UVM. Many, many memories to cherish. He will be missed.
Jennifer Goodale
January 30, 2019
Darren,
Mark and I are heartbroken for you and sending love. We are here if you need anything.
Much love
Judy Belk
January 29, 2019
Darren--
So sorry to hear about David, the love of your life. While I didn't have the pleasure of knowing David, anyone who you loved had to be pretty special.
Katharine Kuharic
January 29, 2019
Darren , I am so sorry to read of David's death - what a tremendous loss . I loved his enthusiasm for the arts , the artists , dude ranches , and bulldogs . I will always cherish our encounters and continue to be amazed by what he accomplished as a trailblazer and champion of African American artists and gay civil rights. My deepest condolences.
January 29, 2019
Darren, I just learned about David. I am so sorry. I send you my deepest condolences as I do to all who loved him.
Anne-Marie Slaughter
January 29, 2019
Dear Darren,
I am shocked and so very sad to hear this news. I met David only once, but I remember thinking what a perfect complement he seemed to you and what a wonderful couple you made. My heart goes out to you and to David's family. And may the deeply important work you do in the world be some solace.
With deepest condolences,
Anne-Marie
January 28, 2019
Thinking of you, David and all loved ones at this time. Our deepest sympathies. -Audrey Smaltz & Gail Marquis
Susan Kessler
January 28, 2019
Darren, sending warm thoughts from Texas. As you grieve, may you feel the love of friends who will care for you always.
Anita Contini
January 28, 2019
Dear Darren and David's family. Steve and I send our deepest condolences. We will always remember David's grace and thoughtfulness to all he came in contact with. Anita and Steve
January 28, 2019
Just received the tragic news. David was my dealer. He was caring,dedicated, hard working and passionate about painting, and he had one of the best laughs in the world. I am deeply saddened. My condolences to Darren and Family.
Alberto Paciucci
January 28, 2019
Would like to acknowledge David's passing. Will remember his wit as a wonderful companion at dinners and NYCB performances. Deepest condolences to the equally wonderful Darren.
Richard Anderman
January 27, 2019
I just learned of this tragic news. I am deeply saddened by David's untimely passing. i hope that for Darren the memories good times in the past help soften this terrible blow.
January 26, 2019
We send our deepest condolences to our beloved Darren. Please know that many of us are mourning David's passing, and that you are in our thoughts and hearts.
Michael Seltzer and Ralph Tachuk
January 26, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
GOD Bless America
Herbert Wilson Cuthbertson
January 26, 2019
Dear Darren's and David's Family,
Nancy and I extend our sincerest condolences to you.
God Bless everyone and we will always have fond memories of Vermont.
All the best, Nancy and Herb
G.
January 26, 2019
My condolences for your loss. May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:11. May the precious memories sustain you.
Aristides & Sophia Trifilio
January 25, 2019
Dearest Darren and the Beitzel Family, Our deepest condolences for David's untimely loss. We celebrate David's excellent life, and the love he shared with Darren, the Beitzels, and friends. We mourn his loss with you.
Denise Gray-Felder
January 25, 2019
Sending deepest consolences to Darren and David's family and friends.
January 25, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
Mariann Ventimiglia
January 25, 2019
Dearest Darren and the Beitzel family,
Wonderful David will be in all of hearts forever. With love, Mariann McElroy Ventimiglia
M.
January 25, 2019
Please accept my deepest condolence. As the days & weeks pass, & as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love & support of God, Family and Friends. Psalms 91:2. May his memory be a blessing now, forever & always.
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