David Marshall
David Marshall lived a life most only dream of. It was impactful, meaningful, engaging, and enjoyable from the beginning, July 18, 1931, to his end on April 13, 2023. He spent his somewhat mischievous childhood surrounded by family and friends in Gloucester, MA, and then met his wife of 62 years, Sandi (Ofstrock), while at UMASS. After spending two years as a Lieutenant in the Air Force and then earning his Master's Degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Chicago, he spent the next 28 years in Connecticut raising their four devoted, now sad and grateful children, Sheri, Chuck, Wendy, and Amy, amongst many dear, lifelong friends.
David did everything with purpose, passion and joy. Teaching, coaching, and mentoring his students, many of whom went on to become successful contributors to society and who maintained meaningful relationships with their former high school English teacher throughout their lives. He ran six miles a day and the Falmouth Road Race thirteen times. He thoroughly enjoyed working 42 summers at the Old Barn Package Store in Woods Hole, MA. Early retirement in Ft. Myers didn't slow him down, where he and Sandi made many new friends and tremendous memories. David was a tour guide at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates for years, volunteered as a trolley driver and popcorn popper at the Health Park Medical Center, a hole-in-one golfer, the most entertaining Bingo caller at The Landings, a voracious reader, and an avid sports fan who spent much time tailgating and enjoying Yale football games and, who was happy to see the Red Sox win a World Series in his lifetime; you name it, he enjoyed it.
David's most enjoyable, significant part of his life was his family. He often raised his scotch glass and toasted, "Family first, good health and good friends, and then whatever else is important to you." Cheers to you, Dad, you are forever in our hearts and minds. Thanks for the privilege of your time.

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Published by The New Haven Register on Apr. 25, 2023.

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David Tucker

May 10, 2023

In 2010 my wife and I bought a rambling fixer of a house in Woods Hole as a summer home. Among other things in making the house better, we installed a new lawn, which unfortunately began sprouting a forest of crab grass weeds. I spent a whole lot of time bent over that new lawn destroying (as best I could) one crab grass weed after another. My weapon of choice in this endeavor? An old screwdriver. One day in June in 2011 as I toiled away killing crab grass weeds, my neighbor up the way on Bowditch Road began noticing my labors each day as he walked from his house to his post behind the counter at the Old Barn liquor store in "downtown" Woods Hole. That neighbor was David Marshall. On what was probably his tenth viewing of my weed removal work, David stopped on a sidewalk about 15 feet away from me killing weeds in my backyard - at a point where we were separated by a low hedge. I had not noticed his arrival there by the hedge. But I did not fail to notice these fateful words from David Marshall..."You know of course that they will just grow back."

Funniest thing I had ever heard! I walked over to the hedge to meet this mensch of a person - this laconic, friendly, funny, dear person. We introduced ourselves and found we were both Davids. That pretty much cemented things - we became fast friends, and in short order we concluded (naturally) that Davids were, almost to a person, pretty cool people.

I will so miss David. And, I would have missed him even if his name was Fred.

David was my friend, and I loved him.

Jerry Bangasser

May 4, 2023

Worked at Edison Ford Estates for many years with David,great guy.

Christine Proto Sandford

April 27, 2023

Mr Marshall was a wonderful teacher. Always wanting you to do better. Be the best we could be. I always remember his challenges and his encouragement. My condolences to his family.

Michael Lucibello

April 26, 2023

Dave was a very dear friend to me.
I will miss seeing his smiling face and terrific sense of humor. I hope you were able to follow my Facebook posting of his passing. So many colleagues and former students remembered him as their favorite teacher and mentor. That is indeed a tribute to an educator who touched so many! In the modern dictionary next to the term, "the salt of the earth" there is a picture of Dave Marshall ...

David Cacopardo

April 26, 2023

There can only be a few teachers that you never forget as a result of their talent and gift to teach well. Add to that true wit and humor and you get David Marshall. He always made me feel like he cared personally for each one of us. Thank you sir!

Robert Scaramella

April 26, 2023

Dave led a loving, purposeful life, one worth emulating. There was something very noble about him, yet he was always humble and gracious. My condolences to his family. I´m so glad I had the opportunity to learn from him at SCSU, teach with him at East Haven HS and get to know him.

Pattie Bello

April 25, 2023

To a dear teacher of mine and later a colleague. We shared laughter and serious moments you were a treasure to many. Deepest sympathy to all. Pattie Bello

Linda Best Coviello

April 25, 2023

I loved Mr. Marshall! He was my homeroom and journalism teacher, I remember his great smile so well. Such a cool guy and a great teacher, one you'd never forget. God bless his soul and comfort his loved ones. Linda Best Coviello, EHHS class of '68

JoAnn Cortiglio Marelli

April 25, 2023

My condolences to the Marshall family.
Mr. Marshall was my high school English teacher( class of 1973) and a tremendous influence in my life then and often in many aspects of my life. He was definitely , by me, the most memorable and inspiring teacher with a kind of wit that still makes me smile.
Rest in peace, Mr. Marshall.

Donald Surprenant

April 25, 2023

I wish to extend my condolences to Davids family. Always the Master Educator willing to work with students and young new teachers. He will forever be missed and remembered. Donald Surprenant and family.

Charley and Karen Collett

April 25, 2023

Dave, you will be missed and never forgotten. Thank you for sharing your zest of life with us.

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