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Bruce "David" Haines III

Bruce Haines Obituary

HAINES, BRUCE III "DAVID"

On July 10, 2005 of Crofton, MD, News Director for WPGC radio. Beloved husband of Marie Joji Haines; loving father of Christopher M. and Sarah M. Haines, Lynn M. Smith and David B. Haines; devoted son of Margaret B. Haines and the late Bruce Haines, Jr.; brother of Robert, Ronald and Kenneth Haines. Also survived by five grandchildren. Family and friends may call at THE BEALL FUNERAL HOME, 6512 NW Crain Hwy. (Rt. 3 South), Bowie, MD on Thursday, July 14, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Service on Friday, at 12 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 7210 Race Track Rd. in Bowie. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: David Haines Memorial Educational Fund, c/o Provident Bank, 1649 Crofton Center, Crofton, MD 21114, Attn; Karen Nelson - Manager.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 13, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Haines

182 Entries

L Boomer

December 13, 2024

Your 95.5 has been keeping your voice alive. You are truly missed. I like many others have grow up waiting to hear what you had to say about current events. So much so that for a while I wanted to do news. But I wasn't cut out for the extra drama. Thanks for inspiring us. I pray that your family was able to stay strong. I also pray that you all continue to be blessed.

Brian Bultman

December 29, 2022

As I am having a rather stale cup of coffee this afternoon at work, I too remember David and his "burnt toast and coffee time" saying each day. I live in Chicago now but grew up in Milwaukee. RIP Dave Haines

Tom Johnson

December 2, 2022

So many years later. I listened to David when he was in Milwaukee. I will always remember Burnt toast and coffee time!! and when he would talk about the police it was," The Long Arm Of The Law"! to the family I am sorry for your loss.

Tynisa Green

August 8, 2022

17 years later and ur still n our hearts n on our minds. I still pray for ur family and friends. Continue to rest easy. Continue to look over the city. We love u Mr Haines!!!!

Mina

December 2, 2020

I grew up listening to Donnie Simpson show, and just came across this! I was so excited when I got this at about 8 years old :)

John Lupton

October 9, 2017

Just wanted to say Rest In Peace & add my respects. I grew up with DC area radio & im reading Cerphes book right now. I had a strong memory of David saying its burnt toast & coffee time with enthusiasm that perced me up in the am before I ever picked up a coffee habit. I know this comes long after the fact but just wanted to share that from an era when Real djs talked & walked the earth.

July 28, 2006

As I drove into work this morning I heard those famous last words "IT'S FRIDAY". Thank you WPGC for keeping Mr Haines' memory alive. A great loss to us all here on earth, a great gain to heaven. My prayers are with you David and your family.

L. Bowens

July 10, 2006

We miss you David. Rest in Peace.

Lenny Nyang

June 28, 2006

My son still nver believes that its Friday until he is able to hear the voice of David Haines

Cheryl Wilson

May 12, 2006

It truly saddens me to hear of the loss of David Haines. I wondered why I hadn't heard his voice on air in the past months. I am just finding out what happened. When I heard Donnie speaking with David's wife and children on the air one day recently, I sensed a feeling of sadness in their voices. So, I searched on-line and low and behold, I saw that he had passed. David's voice is surely one to remember. A truly magnificent person has left us, but we will see and hear him again in the next life. My condolences to the Haines and WPGC family on this loss. R.I.P David. Heaven has truly gained a great person!

L Brown

January 6, 2006

Happy New Year to the Haines Family, I'm glad to see that the Guest Book has been extended for David. This will allow the family and David's fans to keep his memory close to our hearts and minds. IT'S FFRRIIIDDDAAAAAAAY!!!... I had to do it :)

January 5, 2006

HAPPY NEW YEAR ....

V. Samuel

September 19, 2005

I think David Haines, was the coolest news director ever. Everytime he said "burnt toast and coffee time", that just made my day. My 10 year old son and I couldn't wait until Friday, so we could say it's Friday, right along with him. David is truly a professional in heaven. You will truly be missed. May God continue to bless your family, extended radio family, friends and listeners.

listner

September 6, 2005

MY MY MY ...HOW I WISH DAVID WAS HERE TO SHARE THE ON GOING TRADEGY DOWN SOUTH ..WE WOULD KNOW DETAIL ..FROM DETAIL OF EVERYTHING THATS GOING ON .. BUT, I MUST SAY HIS 95.5 FAMILY... HELD IT DOWN ...YOU ALL DID A GREAT JOB ON 09/02/05 KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK .

Bruce Moore

August 12, 2005

I have listened to David say "It's Friday!" for as long as could remember. My father was in the Army so I didn't settle down till I was 8. I join the Army in 99 and moved out of VA but brought a piece of the area with me. On Fridays I would always shout "It's Friday!" When I came home for vacations, I was quiet sure I was home until I heard it said again. David always had a way of telling news so that even as young as I was I would listen to it. So what I am saying is David did his part in making VA home for me and he will truly be missed.

Lynn (Haines) Smith

August 11, 2005

As David's daughter, I want to thank each and every one of you for your kind thoughts, memories and prayers. I grew up with this amazing man, and I smile when I read how he touched your lives. I know he was special, and I am trying to live my life in a way that would make him proud. Please continue to pray for those still here...I know my daddy is in God's house having a party and being bathed in Jesus' light, but I miss him terribly.

Now, YOU go out into the world and make a difference like the positive difference my dad made in your life! I know my daddy would like that ("you know that's right!!!").

God Bless You, Lynn

Kimberly Bonds

August 10, 2005

I recently moved to Florida, but I am a native Washingtonian and as many of the other guestbook signees, I literally grew up listening to Daid Hanes and the rest of the PGC family in the AM. David Hanes' voice was always so enthusiastic about the new day (especially Fridays!!) that no matter what side of the bed you woke up on he could get you excited too. He will truly be missed by not only his family, but by those of who had the pleasure of hearing his voice daily. God bless.

V. Alston

August 10, 2005

I just found out today that he was gone. I had no idea. My prayers are with the family.

"IT'S FRIDAYYYYYYYY" will never be the same. He is at peace now.

marlene smith-henry

August 7, 2005

i will truly miss listening to that golden voice and especially on fridays. he will be sorely miss by the entire wpgc listening area. Rest in peace my child.

Sasha Lynelle

July 29, 2005

I would like to send my condolences to the family and work family of David Haines. I litterally grew up listening to WPGC and ofcourse one of the highlights of listening to the Donnie Simpson show was David. I was saying "It's Friday" along with David Haines since I was in kindergarten, and now at 22 I realize the significance in being excited about Fridays. Everyday for the past 14 1/2 years I've let David Haines and the rest of the WPGC family into my life,and it does feel like a personal loss because we let these people in our lives everyday, they become a part of our lives, and when we loose someone that we're used to having in our lives everyday it leaves a void. David, no one will ever take your place on the radio, and even now after you're gone, when I hear your voice say it's Friday, now I get chills. You will truly be missed, I send my condolences to the blood family of David Haines and the WPGC family of David Haines. Now everyday is Friday for David. God Bless.

lala

July 27, 2005

To this day...I still can't believe David Haines is no longer with us. I just can't accept the fact that he's not there to help us enjoy the weekend. He always put a smile on my face with his silly screaming Fridays. Everyone is right...Fridays are not the same anymore. I have been listening to burnt toast and coffee time for many many years now and things are just different without his voice. Even though I have never met this man it feels as though I've known him since I was a little kid growing up. My heart goes out to the Haines and WPGC Family. David, you will be missed dearly!

Andrew Lindsay

July 27, 2005

My prayers go out to the Haines Family. Personally, I have grown up listening to David Haines in the morning on my way to school. His words "Its FRRIIDAAAAAAAYY" always brought a smile to my face and being that I was in school, I lived to hear those words because that meant one more day of school before the weekend. He will truly be missed. Thanks for everything David Haines. It was truly a pleasure.

Bobby (B-Luv) Hurd

July 26, 2005

My heart goes out to the Haines Family and the WPGC Family. He was great radio newsanchorman. He will be missed. I will be remembered for his words "It's FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!". To David, I want to say, I love you, I miss you, and amen

ROZ FROST

July 21, 2005

To The Haines family: You have my deepest sympathy. I was on vacation upon returning I learned of the passing of David Haines. I have been listening to WPGC every since Donnie Simpson switched station and introduced David Haines and he began his scream its FRIDAYYYYYYYYY. That just made my day. I know I will miss hearing his breaking news if David said it was true! I hope the family will be at peace in knowing how much he was loved for just being the best to his community and the best friend to so many of us. May GOD bless your family and know he is not alone only the best get to go home so he is surrounded by greatness everywhere. No pain!!!!

God Bless you all.

Gina & Roc Parks

July 20, 2005

To the Haines Family and the WPGC Family.

May the warm memories of David soothe you in this difficult time and help you be at peace. It will be the memory of David that will keep you going.

I will forever miss my burnt toast and coffee in the morning...

With deepest and sincere sympathy,

Frances Glenn

July 20, 2005

To the David Haines family:

Thank you for sharing David, his intelligence, his spirit, his wisdom, his professionalism and most of all his heart. We will miss his wake up call each morning! But will be blessed to know he will smile down upon us each day. May you find comfort in knowing the many fans and much love he left behind will live on for many years to come.

God Bless......

Letha Gilliam

July 19, 2005

My prayers are definitely with David's family. Hearing his voice during the news and interacting with the WPGC Morning will definitely be different. My daughter learned to tell the days of the week by just hearing It's Friday and she is now 13 yrs old. Know that david is at peace and he has now become the heavens favorite NEWS DJ. David Rest In Peace.

Stacey

July 19, 2005

To the Haines & WPGC Families: May God bless each & every one of you. For David was a special kind & to all that knew him - it was a blessing & to those that loved him - it was a miracle to have a special person as he in your life. His voice & love touched the lives of many. May his memory live on.

God Bless You all. I pray that God's love & strength get you all through this time of sorrow. For it was David's time to be removed from this hell that we call earth, for he is now "Truly in Heaven!!'

sara ballard

July 19, 2005

Burnt Toast and Coffee time!!!!!

from the day i started to listen to wpgc 14 years ago at 12 years old i LOVED when my alarm went off on friday because the moment I heard him scream its FRIDAYYYYYYYYY. my day started with a little more pep

I know I will miss hearing his breaking news if David said it it was true! I hope the family will be at peace in knowing how much he was loved for just being the best to his community and the best friend to so many of us. May GOD bless your family and know he is not alone only the best get to go home so he is surrounded by greatness everywhere. No pain!!!!

God Bless you all.

J W

July 18, 2005

To the Haines Family, as well as the WPGC Family, I was truly shocked and very saddened to hear of the loss of one of my FAVORITE radio personalities. I have been a fan and listening to David since I was a teenager and LOVED to hear him announce IT'S FRIDAY, letting me know that the weekend was underway. Although I didn't know him personally, his dynamic spirit and beautiful disposition made you feel as if you were one of his best friends. The only time I would have breakfast would be with David, dining on burnt toast and coffee. :-)

Friday mornings will never be the same for me and I know that soon, I will stop crying when I think about not hearing my favorite phrase...IIIIIIITTTTTTT'S FRIIIIIIIIDAAAAAAAYYYYYYY!

We all love David but God loves him more. I know that it's hard but do know that God will bless you and keep you in His care! You are definitely in my prayers.

Sandra PS

July 18, 2005

To the Hanies Family,

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficulty time, but please know that David was well loved and touched many lives around the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Thanks for sharing him with us for some many years. We will truly miss him!!!

July 18, 2005

God bless and peace be with you

for ever and ever.

Amen

Kevin Snyder

July 18, 2005

I just want to take the opportunity give my condolences to the family of David Haines. He helped brighten a lot of peoples day and he will be greatly missed. I know he is now reporting the news in heaven. God Bless you David.

Tammy Hoff

July 18, 2005

We have lost a great friend. A friend that came into our lives daily...rest in peace David and remember...IIIITTTTTTTTTTSSSS FRIIIIIDAY.

Bev Clipper

July 18, 2005

I was so very sorry to learn first of David's ill health and then his death. The first time I met David was on a Friday morning at the bowling alley in Gaithersburg. My family had planned on going, but prior to the event, my sister, Ann, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She started to cancel, but came instead and David said a few encouraging words to my sister. Well, my sister is now an 8 year survivor and I wish I to say thank you, David and offer some encouraging words to your family, because you will be truly missed. Every day and especially on FRIDAY.

Manuelita Smith

July 18, 2005

David will truly be missed. Every Friday my 6 year old and I would listen to the radio while getting ready for our day and when he heard David yell "IT'S FRIDAAAAAY" he knew that the weekend was there. He loved to hear him and so did I. There will forever be a void in the early morning radio. I will miss my burnt toast and coffee time but the memory will love on forever. Be blessed.

Brenda Coleman

July 18, 2005

To the Haines Family,

For years I have heard David say ITTTTTTTTS FridaYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!

I would like to extend my sincere

and deepest sympathy, and may God Bless.

Michelle Ikard-Woods

July 18, 2005

To the Haines and WPGC Families:

My family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to both families, as we will miss him, too. David was a part of our lives; we looked forward to the news reports and 'Fridays'. He'll truly be missed, but always remembered.

May God continue to bless you all.

Teresa

July 18, 2005

David you will be so missed. I have 2 boys who have grown up with burnt toast and coffee and they're all time favorite "IT'S FRIDAAYYYYY". We had a 1 hour commute and it was our morning wake up call to hear all the antics between the morning crew. I depended on David to give me the lastest news along with some laughter. God Bless the Haines family and his extended WPGC family. His memory will live on in us all.

Sharon

July 18, 2005

Mr. Haines will be missed. Cherish the memories and hold him in heart.

Rochelle Johnson

July 18, 2005

We are really gonna miss Mr. Haines. He was such a positive person and a sweet personality. He has touched so many lives. He will be truly missed.

Barbara Cooper

July 18, 2005

My heart was sadden to hear of the passing of a raido icon, Daivd will truly be missed...Friday's will not be the same-but I will keep his memory in my heart. Thank you Daivd for making the news a joy to listen to in our times of trouble.

Angel Harris

July 18, 2005

To the Haines Family and the WPGC Family: I just want to say that I am truly sorry for your loss. I actually was out of town in baltimore for a couple of days in my hotel when my friends called to tell me of the news. I could not wait to get in the car to actually here the news for myself. I was deeply saddened to know that a man with such an uplifting spirit had passed away. My son loved listening to David remind us every friday morning that "ITSSSSSSSSS FRIDAYYYYYYYYYYYYY". My friend and I listened all afternoon on monday to the tribute they did for him and what a beautiful job they did. Instead of crying though, we smiled and jammed along to David's favorite song "I can hear it coming in the air at night, Oh Lord, and I been waiting for this moment for all my life, Oh Lord" knowing that he wasn't in any pain anymore and was watching over all of us. May God continue to bless you all and remember whenever you think of him, just smile and know that he made not just yours but everyone's day and he will never be replaced.

Cheryl Warren

July 17, 2005

My condolences to the Haines and the WPGC family. I'm a former WPGC listner who remember hearing Mr. Haines do the morning news and tell you the "burnt toast and coffee" time and his "it's Friday" saying. To his family, take comfort in knowing that he is in Heaven with our Heavenly Father still giving the "burnt toast and coffee" time and letting all the angels know that its Friday. May God be with you all throughout your hour of grief.

Michelle Kearney

July 17, 2005

David Haines passing was quite hard to take. He was an icon to Washington's WPGC radio listeners. A wonderful voice that all WPGC listeners loved to hear....I normally listen to the Friday morning broadcast, but this past Friday I found it hard to listen knowing David is not on the air...I always looked forward to hear him say, "It's Friday!". But I listened to the show later in the evening when they honored David in a special broadcast. To the WPGC staff, it was truly a nice tribute to Mr. Haines. To the Haines family and to the staff at WPGC, please know that you were quite blessed to know such a wonderful person and I will continue to pray for you....

David Haines...thank you for making my Fridays....

God Bless You...

Karen Sescoe

July 17, 2005

I extend my condolences to the Haines family and the WPGC staff. David was a qreat news caster - and I am so glad WPGC was gifted with him. I will miss his Burn't Toast and Coffee, Guess What D.C, The Long Hand of the Law/Criminals are Stupid File, It's Friday, and all his other funny catch phases. Listening to the news will never be the same, especially on Fridays. Also David's weekend community "Viewpoint" segment will be sorely missed. God rest his soul.

Jenise Ross-Dougherty

July 16, 2005

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Mrs. Haines, the Haines children and family, the staff at WPGC, and David's radio listeners. I feel honored to have heard David greet us over the years with his smooth voice and special delivery of the news. My son said he was one of the "coolest" dudes on the radio and he was right!

bert stokes

July 16, 2005

going to miss hearing the burnt toast and coffee time and it's friday from wpgc love always bert and kevin stokes

Rena'

July 16, 2005

I was truly sorry to hear about the passing of such a wonderful man, David Haines. In the morning the banter between him and Donnie was wonderful and will tryly be missed. I know that his family will be ok, knowing that now they have an angel above watching and looking out for them. Mr. Haines you will definitely be missed.

Shirley Hannie

July 16, 2005

To the Haines family may God continue to give you peace and strenght during this sad time. David left us all with beautiful memories of him. We will use those memories to make us smile when the tears fill our eyes. My prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Shirley

Raymond

July 16, 2005

My children truly enjoyed hearing David screaming to the top of his lungs,IT'S FRIDDDAAAYYY! wow, such a kind man. May you live on his memories and go on knowing you will see him again, May our Lord, Jesus Christ comfort you as he does for David! God Bless, The Proctor Family

Mary

July 16, 2005

My son and I will miss David when he would say it's FRIDAYYYYY!

Susan Patrick

July 15, 2005

Chezda Jones

July 15, 2005

My condolences go out to the Haines' family as well as the WPGC family. Friday's will never be the same. Please look to God for the strength to carry you on and remember that David is with you every step of the way.

T Stewart

July 15, 2005

On Monday morning, as I was driving my son to his Grandma's house I caught the tail end of a conversation Donnie Simpson and Chris Paul were having. At first I suspected that David had gone to another radio station. But something in their voices told me that it was something much worse. Then my suspicions were confirmed after I got back into my car to drive to work. Hearing of David's passing hit me like a ton of bricks. I was in shock and disbelief. I drove to work in a daze with tears streaming down my face. I felt like I had lost a dear friend, I felt like all of the WPGC listeners. David was an angel on earth who touched so many people in such a deep and spiritual way that some of them didn't know how they had been touched until now. I'm one of them. I've always been a WPGC listener, but Fridays I listened just to hear David say those two words...It's FRIIIIDAAAAAAAYYYYYYY! After hearing how spiritual David was and what those words meant to him, I will not look at Fridays just as the end of the work week and the beginning of the weekend. You see, his son-in-law told the WPGC listeners that David held Fridays close to his heart because that was the day that Jesus died. That is so very deep and I appreciate David so much for leaving me with a constant reminder of that.

To his immediate family, thank you so much for sharing David with us. We are so much better off having known his radio personality. I so appreciate that and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. To his WPGC family thanks for sharing the balloon release with me and my son, it was beautiful! Hang in there and take it one day at a time, it does get better. I'll be praying for you. To the loyal WPGC listeners, always keep David in your hearts and he will live on in us.

Deborah Powe

July 15, 2005

I'm am so sorry for your loss for the Hines Family & the WPGC family. Today (Friday was the first time I heard about David.) I couldn't believe they were talking about him in the past tense. May God's peace & blessings be with you.

Sincerely,

Deborah Powe

Rodney Rich

July 15, 2005

I would like to send my condolences to the family of David Haines. It was a shock and suprise to hear about his passing. He was the fountain of information for Washington Metro Area and he will be sorely missed by all he has touched. And he touched an area full of people too.

A MCGRUDER

July 15, 2005

My deepest condolences to Mr. Haines' family and to everyone at WPGC. He will truly be missed and remembered by us all. You all are in our prayers.

debra

July 15, 2005

To the Family of Daivd , I truly will miss his voice on the radio on Fridays, I always was glad to hear that before the students came into my room. But most of all I want to say a few words to you.

Life is a series of challenges and tests. It comes fully equipped with pleasure and pain, sunshine and rain. It is a potpourri of every feeling imaginable. I have been in the storm ( two weeks ago, I lost a great nephew) and I have stood by the ones I love in the storm, and I must tell you that the storm does pass after a while. The thunder quits clapping, the rain stops, the clouds clear, and the day breaks.If you are blessed to live a long and happy life, you will see many triumphs and face many challenges. You will laugh with glee and you will wail in pain. You will experience every feeling known to man. You will see good times as well as bad. No one is exempt from bad times, no one can hide from pain. They are realities that knock on the doors of both mansions and shacks. They visit people who have everything and people who have nothing. Yet in the midst of it all, when you and your family are facing situations without David that seem to have no rhyme or reason, it helps to know that somewhere in and beyond the passion and the pain, there is GOD.

The Lord Himself gives us new days. He sees us through the storms and the night times. So what about those stroms? They will cease. And when they pass, you will be safe in the arms of the LORD, the Master of all seasons.

Malcolm and Sue

July 15, 2005

Dear Haines Family,

May God bless and comfort you all during this time. You all are in our prayers!

Heather Green

July 15, 2005

First I want to send my condolences to the Haines family. My you find peace in knowing that David is smiling down from Heaven. I listen to WPGC every day, and I will truly miss hearing David on the radio. He voice was truly unique!!!! I will miss hearing him say "It's Friday". I was very sad, when I heard the news about David on Monday morning. I assumed he was on vacation, but I was wrong. We going to miss hearing your voice David. Gone but never forgotten.

Erica Williams

July 15, 2005

The unique voice and delivery style of David Haines' news will be sorely missed and not easily forgotten. Only time can fill the void.

My sincerest condolences go out to David's immediate family, the WPGC family and all of us that make up his family of fans!

j m

July 15, 2005

To the Family of Mr. Bruce "David" Haines - thank you for sharing such a wonderful person with the world! I was so shocked when I turned on my radio while driving home this afternoon and learned of David's passing. I didn't need to meet him to hear the kindness of his spirit and gentleness of his heart to know that he was a beautiful person.

To David, THANK YOU for keeping me sane on the tough highways of the DC area and for always greeting us on Friday mornings with your famous "IT'S FRIDAY!" saying! You were truly wonderful to listen to and made me smile so many mornings!

I will truly miss you and I pray that oneday soon we will all meet again.

To the Family, May God bless, keep, and strengthen ALL of you during this time of bereavement. You have my deepest sympathy. Rest if God's Perfect Peace David.

Nykki

July 15, 2005

As a child you don't take the time to listen to the news in the morning, but David Haines was always there to tell me what was going on in the world and let me know that the weekend was here with his signature phrase. That tradition was passed along to my children, who are young, but loved to hear him every morning as a part of their daily routine. He was a joy to listen to and will be greatly missed by all.

Tonya Prince

July 15, 2005

To the Haines family as well as the WPGC family. I send my sympathy.

I have injoyed the great voice of David for years and have loved every single min.of it.On Monday morning I was having a hard time getting my day started,it was two years to the day that I lost my father.So I know how hard it is on you and yours.

I will keep you in my prayer and in

my heart. GOD BLESS YOU.

Veronica Simons

July 15, 2005

To the Haines Family and WPGC Family,

Mr. Friday will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Only time and your memories will get you through this difficult time. Friday's will never be the same or the news.

God Bless,

The Simons Family

Wynonia Lee

July 15, 2005

As you can see Mr. Haines had many fans. I am surely one of them. I enjoyed listening to him on the way to work in the morning, he spoke with such "intellectual enthusiasm" that no matter what the news was good or bad you could handle it because it was coming from David. I can feel the hurt in voices of his co-workers a I listen in the morning. I just wanted to thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with the world - and know he will be truly missed.

T Summers

July 15, 2005

To the Haines & WPGC family:

My thoughts and prayers are you with you during this time. Although David is gone in the physical form his spirit still lives on. I've never had the pleasure of meeting David. However, this mornings tribute gave me a true picture at just the type of genuine human being David was. Truly, it is evident at just how many lives he has touched with mine being one.

May you look to God for strength and comfort during this difficult time in your lives.

~Peace and love

Valorie Bacote and family

July 15, 2005

May God bless and keep you Haines family. David Haines touched many lives and was here to put smiles on many faces. He fulfilled his duty and Father called him home. While our hearts are heavy we will rejoice for the time we shared with him. God Bless

Dee

July 15, 2005

The first thing I do when I come to work on Fridays is turn my radio on just to hear David Haines say "Its Friday", after that, I can then get on with my day. Even though my fridays won't be the same, I will always remember the slogan. Blessings to all of his family.

Jessieca Montgomery

July 15, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the Haines family during this very difficult time of reflection. We, the listening audience, are very fortunate to have benefited from Mr. Haines' many talents. And for that opportunity, all are greatful.

May God continue to bless you and your family, for He is mighty and comforting.

Jessieca Montgomery

R. Sims

July 15, 2005

The loss of your loved one will be felt by many. I've been listening to Mr. Haines with the "burnt toast and coffee time and a minute the hour" for years. Not only had I grown to love and appreciate his work but when I had children I introduced my children to him on their drive to school. We all truly loved his spirit and the famous saying, "it's Friday..." It truly made for a great day and commute. We'll keep you in our prayers. RMSM

Dominique L

July 15, 2005

For everyone who has lost someone special to them this year. I send my condolences. Mr Haines will always be in my memories of listening to the Morning show from my teenage years to adulthood. I will be praying for his spirit and his families well-being in this sorrowful time.

K Allen

July 15, 2005

Mrs. Haines, Donnie Simpson &WPGC Family.

You all are in my prayers, I pray that God continue to give you the strength and courage each and every day. Mr Haines was a well loved man, father and Husband.Remember Mr. Haines is gone but not forgotten and Friday's will never be the same. Also know that Mr. Haines could never be replaced. I am sadden by the lost of such a great man. He will be missed. May God continue to keep you and strengthen you.

God bless you All

Kimberly Griffin

July 15, 2005

When i first heard the news - sat silently, cry and prayed. I thought today was going to be easy for me because I grieved. I thought I would be able to say a silent prayer and continue with my day but after listening to the many tributes and remembering the many stories that David told - tears continue to fill my eyes. I never met David but he was part of our family. When David would break into the middle of a show, I knew something big has happen. To be prefectly honest - I did not watch the news because of all the negativity in the world but David was the only news I would listen to. He has enlighten us with his funny stories, his infectious sense of humor and his knowledge of the news. My family will truly miss a great man.

To the Haines family - nothing will ever replace the husband, father, friend or MAN! Our prayers are with you today, tomorrow and forever.

WE WILL MISS YOU DAVID (YOU BAMA)

Anita Kidwell

July 15, 2005

I have been a fan of Davids for since he started- IT'S FRIDAY, I look forward to it. I'll miss you.

Peace and Love to the Haines and WPGC family

Sheldon Spivey

July 15, 2005

David,your "voice" will truly be missed. I never met you, but you inspired me with your "Friday" voice. Thanks God Bless You.

Jessica Clayton

July 15, 2005

To the Haines family as well as his WPGC Family I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you all. David will be truely missed.

I have a poem here to The Haines and WPGC Family.

I'm safely home in Heaven,

though I know you miss me so.

The love I've always felt from all of you,within my heart still flows.

My spirit will remain with you all every single day,

appearing as a rainbow or an ocean wave at play.

I'm in the gentle rains that fall, and the morning dew.

All you see that's beautiful

reflects my love for you all.

I didn't mean to cause you pain,

my time has simply come.

The work that I was meant to do

On earth has all been done.

I'm safely home in Heaven,

where Eternal peace is mine.

And, where, when GOD has called upon you all too, I'll be forever Thine.

Love Always,

Your Father, Your Husband and Your Freind. (David Haines)

Peggy McFadden-Elmore

July 15, 2005

To the Haines Family:

May God bless you and send his comforting angels to you at this time of sorrow. When the pain has dimmed, only the memory of David -- his love and his spirit -- will continue to be with you.

James, Peggy and Lydia Elmore

(From your Holy Trinity School Family)

Patricia Sani

July 15, 2005

To the Haines and WPGC Family,

We were deeply saddened to learn of the death of David Haines. A voice that was able to give us that extra push, when Friday took its time to come. Having never met David personally, we truly felt him to be a part of our Friday morning routine. Be in comfort to know that not only was he your husband, father and friend, but he touched the lives of many people and will be remembered as an American icon.

Jasmine (age 9) and Patricia

Theresa Williams

July 15, 2005

To The Haines Family and Donnie Simpson, David will truely be missed, you know we all have to see those pearlly gates one day, but always remember David is like a preasure diamond and diamonds are forever and he will live within us forever. He will always shine and he will never be forgotten because who he is. May You Rest in Peace David Haines. Donnie take care and I will keep you lifted up in pray and you a jewel, thing can only get better at the radio station so stay incourage.

Delores Griffin

July 15, 2005

To the Haines & WPGC Family,

You have my deepest sympathy during the lost of such a great person. I will keep all in my prayers and hope that with each passing day the load you carry will seem a little lighter. May God bless and comfort you during this time. Friday mornings will never be the same.

Shawna

July 15, 2005

Words cant even express what an impact you have made on the WPGC listening community. You were a steady part of my daily routine all the way through elementary school and college, to adulthood.

I remember listening to you with my friends in the mornings, and often getting tongue tied and announcing that it was "Burnt Coast and Toffee Time!" I had the opportunity to meet you once, and you were nothing but gracious and kind. You have taught others to always try to find some humor in times of tragedy. Heaven has gained another angel. God Bless your family and loved ones.

Harvette Carey

July 15, 2005

To The Haines Family & the WPGC Family - I wish to express my deepest sympathy in the death of your loved one. May God continue to comfort and bless your family during this hard time. May God Bless.

Kevin Cox

July 15, 2005

To the Haines' Family:

I extend my deepest sympathy with the loss of David. As you well know he was well loved and respected by everyone who listened to WPGC. It was always a pleasure to listen to him, especially on a Friday morning. I had no idea when I listen to the show this morning that the listening community lossed a great announcer. May God Bless and see you through these trying days.

Joi Anderson

July 15, 2005

Everytime my mother & I moved all across DC, no matter what section of the city, 95.5 was the station to get out the door with. Fridays were not complete without David preparing you (while turning the volume up) of what to get through the day for, FRIDAY! But this Friday I found out the hard way by not letting my 7 hear the radio at breakfast to get out the door faster. Getting back from my fam. reunion on Monday & not finding out til today. He wont be happy to hear the news this evening, but at least he (like the rest of us) had the chance to get out the door w/our burnt toast & coffee. My favorite, was the "Crooks are stuuupid" department. You will be sorely missed & thought about- litterally every Friday-while still jammin to "PGC". Keep the news going upstairs too.

Yolanda

July 15, 2005

I was truly saddened to hear of the great loss of David Haines. I looked forward to having his "Burnt Toast and Coffee" and listening to the "Crooks are Stupid" and let's not forget "IIIITTSSS FRIIIDAYYYYYYY!!!!". When you heard David tell the news, you heard his passion.

To the family and friends,

He will very much be missed, but, never forgotten. My heart goes out to you and may God bring you peace and comfort during this time. Just know that David is still smiling at you from heaven above.

Jacki Jennings

July 15, 2005

To the Haines Family,

David Haines will be missed and remembered all at the same time.

Gods Blessing to your family.

D. Dunn

July 15, 2005

My deepest symphathy to the Haine's family. I haven't listed to WPGC for many years, however, I always thought about 'burnt toast and coffee' and started my weekend saying 'it's FRIDAY!!!!" and, I will continue to do so--in David's memory.

May you find comfort, peace, and joy in your memories.

Dee

July 15, 2005

If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. John 14:3

Please know that my deepest sympathy goes out to you all at this very difficult time. I definitely sympathize with you. But I know that our Father in heaven will get you through the days to come if you trust and believe in Him. Please know that many prayers are being said for you and your family at this difficult time. Your weeping may endure for a night but the sweetness of knowing that your love one rests and abides with the Lord will bring you joy in the morning. God bless and keep you all.

Always know that David will truly be missed. Especially hearing him say "ITS FRIDAY"

With Sympathy and Love

Tamika Boone

July 15, 2005

I am very saddened by the loss of Mr. Haines. The tribute that was played this morning, which included clips from David behind the song "I'll Be Missing You" had me and my nine year old daughter in tears as I drove to work. Although I never had opportunity to meet Mr. Haines, I felt like I knew him. He had a certain flair that will never be replaced by anyone.

I hope that WPGC will continue to honor Mr. Haines's memory as long as they exist. He was a class act and will be sorely missed. My condolences to Mrs. Haines, his children, the WPGC family and all us listeners who have been affected by this loss.

Well, today is Friday, but it's not going to be the same as it used to be.

Michelle Briggs

July 15, 2005

David Haines was one of the most memorable personalities on the radio. When I was growing up all the children who would ride the school bus would quiet down just to listen to him announce "It's Friday". I am truly heartbroken and wish his family as the best in the world.

Brian & Susan Green

July 15, 2005

To the Haines Family. Our prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. May you celebrate all the wonderful memories that you all have shared and we pray for your continued perservance until you see him again.

Peace and Blessings.

Tanya B

July 15, 2005

To the Haines and WPGC families,

I never got to personally meet David, but I felt like I knew him. His pleasant personality radiated through the radio. I will miss hearing him say, "It's Friday!"

Rest in peace, David.

M Johnson

July 15, 2005

To the Haines & WPGC Family,

God is watching over you with a close eye, that's why David was called to be with him. God needed another right hand man. And who better but David could do the job. David's voice will forever be inscribed in my memory and heart. May God continue to watch over the entire family and remember David is in the best place he could ever imagine.

Natasha Washington

July 15, 2005

My deapest sympathy go out to the family fo David Haines and to all of his friends. I did not know him personally, but enjoyed listening to him each morning. He will be deeply missed. Remember, God will bring you through anything, just lean on him.

Natasha Washington

Rosalie David

July 15, 2005

God be with you to give you the strength to know that "David" will be missed by the Washington, DC community, with only memories of positiveness and kindness.

Vickie Murray

July 15, 2005

To the Haines Family and WPGC Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. It's hard to understand God's plan, but we are not to question it. God needed David more than we did. He will truly be missed.

Our boys looked foward to hearing David Haines say "It's FFFRRRRIIIDDDAAAYY!" each week. He will truly be missed.

God's blessings to you.

-Vickie Murray and family

The Copeland Family

July 15, 2005

To the family of David Haines and the WPGC family,

The morning news will never be the same. We will have to keep track of our own "burnt toast and coffee time", while using our imagination to describe the latest news. "David's" creative way of describing the news will ever be missed. We will have to keep the memory and legacy of "David" alive through F-R-I-D-A-Y and every day.

May God bless you during your time of sorrow and keep you through his grace.

Blessing,