David KAPLAN

We moved from Saskatoon at the end of 1967, so he would have been friends with my parents (now both deceased). I remember being kindergarten and first grade friends with his daughter, Sarah. So sorry for your loss and for having fallen out of touch for so many decades.

We are so sorry for your loss. We have not been in touch for several years but have thought about David & Harriett often. My mom, Eleanor Gelman is still living and my sister, Kathy, and I still live in Indianapolis. (your Indianapolis cousins)

My condolences to Dr Kaplan's family. This morning, I just found out our son was chosen to receive The Dr David Kaplan Elementary Violin Scholarship. I recall meeting him in the CD section of McNally Robinson several years ago and he kindly offered some suggestions. A generous soul who will be greatly missed. Thank you for inspiring so many young musicians and humanity in general.

So sorry for your loss. Your father did so much in and with his life. The best anyone can hope to give the world is children well-raised. You are his legacy and what a tribute you are to both your parents.

Susanne, I just heard of David's passing. I am so very sorry, I would have come. You were both so very generous with time and friendship to Carl and I. David had so much kindness, wisdom and personality and will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers.
All my love, Susan

I am so very sorry to hear of the death of this wonderful man. I wish I could have been at his funeral. Dr. Kaplan was an enormous influence on me: he truly helped to shape my career as a musician and educator. He was always supportive, questioning, critical, helpful -- and ALWAYS funny. He would sing the classic Italian art song "Caro mio ben" whenever he saw me, just to tease a young voice major! I still think of him today when I hear that song.

This was a great man. His legacy lives on in the Saskatoon musical community, and in the many many lives he helped to shape. Mine is one of them. Blessings upon you, Dr. Kaplan.

Dr. Kaplan, thank you for believing in me, and giving me the tools to successfully carve out a career in music education. Forever, I will be indebted to your spirit of generosity, kindness, and humour, as well as to your very animated and understandable teaching style. It is with regret I did not know of your passing until today, April 9, as I have been out of the country and not in touch with Sakatoon news. I wish I could have been at the synagogue to share with former colleagues and friends the celebration of your life. Thank you for all you have done and have been, and may you be blessed abundantly in your new home. My condolences go out to your family for they have parted with a great man.

I met David through the Nutana Rotary club where he was long time member. I will always remember his rendition of Oh Canada played at an uptempo speed as he stated it is an anthem not a dirge!

He always had a sly comment for me and I delighted in retorting back whereupon we would both laugh. He was a gift who lit up a room and will be missed greatly.

It was an honor to know him.

I have so many fond memories of Dr. Kaplan. He was my professor, mentor, fellow Klezmer player, and spent time with me on the very last evening before I left Saskatoon to return to Ontario more than 25 years ago. There is no question that he had a profound influence on me, as he had on so many others. R.I.P Dr. K.

I had the pleasure of meeting Mr.Kaplan when I worked at a grocery store he frequented. An incredibly genuine and personable man! I would make a point to go say hello when I saw him. His spirit was so infectious,it made a persons day to spend a few minutes with him. A huge loss for this community,irregardless of his prodigious musical talent!

A man with such great gifts who shared them so generously with others and did so much for the community. I met him through the Festival of Faith, which he organized or co-organized for 25 years running. I always admired his dedication and willingness to serve.My condolences to family.

Thank you, David, for being here. For all your contributions to the community, for the music, for the humour, for the grace. You have been admired and loved.

My friend, my colleague and my inspiration. All of these things David was to me and will always be. My deepest regards to you, Susanne, and Sarah, Jon and Ed. I wish I could have been there with you today. Suseia Gordon

I am sorry for your loss. I have many fond musical memories of David. These went from my younger days in Elementary school to my High School days.

All of those memories are still as if they just happened last year.

I have a tremendous respect for his tireless efforts and the passion that he had for music of very diverse genres.

My thoughts are with you all.

Thank you, Dr Kaplan, for sharing your knowledge and wisdom, your infectious sense of humour, and your utmost passion for music with your students throughout the years. I feel very fortunate to have studied under him during my university career, and to have played many times under his baton and leadership on the podium. The Saskatoon music community deeply mourns the loss of a truly great man.

My deepest condolences to Mrs Kaplan and family.

With deepest sympathy.
The Turner family
Mick, Kathy, David and Kim

Our paths crossed many times through music. He will be missed by all of us in the music community and by his family.

I am very sad to hear of David's passing. I am very lucky to have studied under him and benefited greatly from his mentoring, his kindness, and his humour. He will always be in my heart. With sympathy to Davis's family, and with celebration for the life and achievements of a great man, Dr. William (Bill) Richards.

Dear Kaplan family,
Just heard of David's death - sad - with many warm thoughts and memories of David and my parents,particularly my dad who continues to linger....
Judy Fogel Zeilig

As a kid, I always knew where the fun was when my parents held a party in our home. It was anywhere within range of David's wonderful and infectious sense of humour. He was a great influence on me and a dear friend to my mother and father. He will be greatly missed but remembered always.

My deepest sympathies to the family and my friend Sarah.

Andrey Fedoroff

Dear Susanne and family,

As you well know, your husband was a remarkable man. His vision, energy, wisdom, insight, and compassion left an indelible mark upon, and example for, all of us who were fortunate to be his students during a formative time of our lives. His profound influence guided my professional career and continues to the present day. As a former Department Head of Music having served five years, I can certainly attest to his remarkable diplomacy, insight, and resilience in having served sixteen! I, and my colleagues in the music community, will certainly miss him.

Please accept my condolences for your (and our) loss.

We will all miss you David. Our deepest sympathy to
Suzanne & the family. from the Power family.