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michael mcmenemy
October 29, 2011
Dear Cindy and Family,
My heart was broken today 10/29/11 when my mom called and told me of Dave's passing when she saw it in the Catholic times. I had just told my mom two weeks ago that I needed to call Dave again to get in touch with him, but as you know things come up dealing with family and grandkids that it just gets away from you cause you think that you have plenty of time. I'm also heart broken that I wasn't there for his funeral for I did not know that he was sick. Dave and I were like brother's growing up that's why this is so hard right now and that I wasn't able to there for him when he was sick. The story's that I could tell about Dave and I growing up could fill a book and I will keep those memories with me forever. May God bless you, Valerie and Phillip and all of Daves family.
Jean Batke
October 25, 2011
To David's family: I'm very sorry for your loss. I prayed long and hard for David's recovery, but since it was not meant to be, I'll continue to pray that he will be at rest in his heavenly home. My prayers are also for all of you as you work through your grief. My memories of David are that he was a good and gentle man.
Andrea Haslage Krava
October 24, 2011
Cindy, Valerie, and Phil,
I am so sorry I wasn't able to attend the memorial services for Dave yesterday and am also so sorry for your loss. Dave's positive presence was felt at our two big events (which he helped develop years ago) at Slate Run Metro Park over the weekend! We know Dave was a "family man" at home, as he often talked so lovingly of Cindy and the kids. But he also turned the team at Slate Run into a family while he was there as well. We missed having Dave around the park after he retired, and we miss him even more now. The memories I have of him will always make me smile.
Julie Evener
October 23, 2011
With great sympathy to Cindy and family.
I worked at Slate Run with Dave for several years. After leaving the park, 8 years ago, I would always run into him somewhere, never thinking for once that it would be the last time I would see him. The world will not be the same without that pleasant, always smiling face. I feel honored to have worked with such a wonderful person as Dave. Prayers go out to his family and friends. We will miss you Dave!!!
Billy Lockard
October 23, 2011
Cindy, Valerie and Phil,
I cannot tell you all how sorry I am at Dave's passing. The first day I started at Metro Parks, Dave came walking over to me and introduced himself, and I just felt that he was a special guy. Over the next 25 years I found out why. When you spend nearly everyday with someone they become more of a family member, and Dave was absolutely that to me. I will miss him more than I can say. The days spent at work, or golfing were some of the best times of my life. I always considered Dave the "perfect" father, husband and friend. Now that he is gone, I know he was. May God Bless you all during this time.
Carole Ennis
October 23, 2011
Cindy,
I'm going to remember Dave's excitement when we talked about retirement, his smile when he spoke of his first grandchild, his contentment and peace as he rode on the boat at Buckeye Lake, and the love in his eyes whenever he looked at you. The "band of brothers" is blessed to have Dave's memory always with them!
Cathy Rothe McGrath
October 21, 2011
I,too am familiar with this band Keith speaks of. As Keith's little sister, this boy band was a constant presence around our house. I didn't just have 3 brothers, i had 7 or more at any given time!!! I remember Dave as always smiling and laughing!!! He did not take people or relationships for granted as he made lifetime committments to both. May you find comfort in knowing Dave's peace.
Cindy Mallory - Klimek
October 21, 2011
Cindy - I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your children and families are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless Dave.
Kim Philiopoulos
October 21, 2011
My sincere condolences to Valerie, family and friends. Although I did not know Mr Reale, Valerie is a co-worker of mine and she is a great person so, I have no doubts that her father was a wonderful man. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers !!!
October 21, 2011
Dear, Cindy and family. My deepest sympathy go out to you all. Dave was truly one of a kind, I spent many years working with Dave. He was a hard worker and greatly dedicated to Metro Parks. Even when things didn't go exactly as planned, he never had a bad things to say about his job. I lost contact with Dave after I retired but still always thought of Dave as a true friend. He will be missed. Robin Robbins (Gahanna, Ohio)
Sue Nippert
October 21, 2011
Valerie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my Daddy several years ago and feel your loss. Our Dad's are special people. We miss you here and will be glad to get you back. Praying for you.
Sue Nippert
Keith Rothe
October 21, 2011
Friend
Long ago in some forgotten place in time,
began an unscripted journey,
just boys, not looking ahead or behind.
From one to many and the band was born,
friendships that were strong and tested,
the bond was true, never was it torn.
Each different, but the friendships did not stray
the journey for each was different,
and always THE BOND was forged along the way.
Fathers and grandfathers we came to be,
now our families were first,
but the bond remained; it was still special you see.
Today, our hearts are broken, our loss defined,
by countless memories,
of life adventures with ups and downs entwined.
Not just I, it is we that say goodbye, but it’s not the end
for always the bond remains unbroken,
you will be missed; so long… my friend.
K. Rothe
Written in honor of my friend Dave Reale who passed away on Monday, October 17, 2011
Nichoal Enright
October 21, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss Valerie - You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melody Rockwell
October 21, 2011
So sorry about your loss. You are in my prayers and hope you return to work soon. The 31 family misses you!
Stacy Brehm
October 21, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Cindy and family.
Dave was a great guy and I really enjoyed working with him when he was the Assistant Manager at Slate Run. His great sense of humor and joyful personality made it a pleasure to go to work.
He was a friend who will be sadly missed but is in a much better place.
William Buescher
October 21, 2011
Dear Reale Family,
I had the pleasure to work with Dave on various new construction projects at Slate Run. He was always smiling and was there to help in any way he could. Bless your family.
Bill Buescher
Metro Parks Design Section
cheryl gunther
October 21, 2011
Dear Cindy, My condolences to you and your family. Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you during this time. May God be with you and see you through this time of grief. Cheryl Gunther (Retired teacher from Pickerington Elem.) New Albany, Oh.
Deborah Rothe
October 21, 2011
Dave was the "Best Man" at my wedding to Keith almost 39 years ago. When I married Keith not only did I gain a husband but 19 and 20 year old sons....the band he spoke of. Dave was one of my adopted sons and he and the band have always been a big part of Keith's and my life. Our families have grown up together and the bond has always remained strong, through the rough early years and into our peaceful older years. Dave will be greatly missed but will always be a part of our hearts and in our memories.
Kathy Tipton-Rausch
October 21, 2011
Dear Cindy and family. May you find comfort in this poem. Dave was one of a kind..a dear friend, and our family was honored to be one of his friends. We will miss him so. May God and family help you through these times. We are her for you if you need anything at all.
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
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