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for David Maxwell
September 30, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I was lucky enough to have been taught by Mr. Maxwell. He was an amazing teacher and cared for all of his students. I will always remember the stories he told about his daughters and how much he loved them. I hope you take comfort in the fact that he enriched the lives of so many.
Kelly & Eric Catricala
September 29, 2011
To The Maxwell Family,
we are so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Maxwell was a favorite teacher of both my husband and I at WHS. He was a great teacher who always took an interest in his students. I will especially remember his warm smile, and how he made learing fun.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly & Eric Catricala Class of 1981
Patti Phillips
September 24, 2011
To the Maxwell Family
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. Maxwell was the best teacher I every had.
I will never forget him~
Class of 79
September 23, 2011
Dear Kris and Family,
...Thinking of Our Beloved Max, you and Family, with my deepest sorrow...
While vacationing In Italy, a special Italian Mass is devoted for the peaceful repose of Our Dearly Departed Max.
With my fondest memories, I will always remember and cherish my friendship with Max...always a scholar and a gentleman.
...Please accept my sympathy and condolences...
Prayerfully yours,
Linda Colabello-Italy
Kathleen Graham Kelly
September 23, 2011
Dear Kris, Seeing Dave's picture in the paper brought me back to meeting him at your home in Latham. I am so sorry for your loss and also for losing touch with you. I recently saw you on the Niskayuna retiree email list and was planning to send an email soon. (I will never forget our two weeks on Long Island.) With sadness and sympathy to you and your girls.
Jennifer Weingartner
September 21, 2011
rest in peace mr. maxwell, you were always my favorite teacher at the high school
Mariposa Studio
September 21, 2011
Kristine, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Warmly, Michelle,Lisa,April,Taryn & Leia.
Sandy Carman
September 21, 2011
Kris, Anne and Katherine,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I was out of town and could not be there at the wake or funeral, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy (Svitak) Carman
September 20, 2011
Kris, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond childhood memories of David. May he rest in peace with Aunt Mary and Uncle Eddie. Love, Trudy.
September 20, 2011
Dear Kris--- Our love and sincerest condolencesto you and the entire family. It seemed like yesterday that we all met. Dee gave Rita and I a call to inform us , sorry we were unable to be there in person for you and your family. Sincerely with deepest sympathies---- Carmen and Rita Maciariello
September 20, 2011
To The Maxwell Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Maxwell was an inspiration to all that know him and who was honored enough to have him as a teacher like I (class of 78 Watervliet High). My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rosanne (Arghnian)Shufelt
September 19, 2011
To the Maxwell Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and I am very sorry for your loss. Mr Maxwell was one of my best teachers also and I will never forgot him.
Laurie Corina (Class of 78)
Donna Padula
September 19, 2011
To the Family of Mr. Maxwell,
I just found out today of Mr. Maxwell's passing. I have tears in my eyes as I remember his golden personality, gentleness, and sense of humor. He was my teacher at WHS and my colleague when I taught Russian there. He loved all his students. He offered kindness when others didn't. What a wonderful man. I'm so sorry you have to suffer such a loss too soon. God keep you in His comforting embrace and when I get to Heaven, I'll look forward to giving Mr. Maxwell a great big hug.
Most sincerely,
Donna Wolfe Padula (class of '80)
Jim Barber
September 19, 2011
Dear Maxwell Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Dave.
He was a true gentleman and I will miss speaking to him.
Sincerely, Jim Barber
Rebecca Horan
September 19, 2011
I am heartbroken to hear this news from my mother today. I met Dave when I was in grade school..my mother babysat her "little Annie", she still talks about all the time, and Kris and Dave we always so sweet to me right through high school. My love and prayers are with you all, I am so saddened to hear this news. He certainly touched my life through high school as I am sure he did with many students. He was a man with a heart of gold. I am so very sorry.
Rebecca (Such) Horan
Courtney Jasniewski
September 19, 2011
Maxwell Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of an amazing man and teacher! Mr. Maxwell was truly a dedicated individual. I remember such fun times in class and even on trips to the city. He was such an inspiration to the students he taught. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I'm so grateful to have had him as one of my teachers.
Jack Weaver
September 19, 2011
Kris and family,
Sorry to hear about Dave.He was a wonderful teacher who was so popular with his students and fellow faculty members.He was a gentleman and a true profesional.He was a member of a supportive and strong Business Dept.,that included,Jane Rooney,Marge Bouchard,Tony Schilling,John Owens and Jack Thomas.I will always appreciate his support during my tenure as principal.He will be greatly missed by all.My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.May he rest in peace.
Jack Weaver
Sheri Granato
September 19, 2011
Mr. Maxwell was a wonderful teacher who was always there for his students. He was one teacher that has touched my life, and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Samantha McCabe
September 18, 2011
"Max" was a great guy who truly loved his students and you knew that whenever you were around him. From him, I gained a love of NYC, as he and Prof Thomas offered several $5 bus trips to any senior who wanted to participate. We always had the best of times on those trips and made many memories I still cherish today. Now my husband (also a Watervliet graduate) and I bring our 2 little girls there and show them all the sights that "Prof and Max" introduced us to. Thank you, Max for all that you did for your students. You will always be fondly remembered.
Samantha McCabe Class of 90
Dan Mahoney
September 18, 2011
I wish I had not missed the wake. Mr. Maxwell was and always will be one of the most influential people in my life. Having attended Watervliet HS. Mr Maxwell was voted our favorite teacher (class of 95). Senior year he drove a hunter bus for free to six flags for our class trip. He was the very best guy, friend and teacher anyone could ever ask for. We would occasionally joke around and he would say "mahoney, your a disgrace to the irish heritage" playfully of course, and we'd share a good laugh. I learned so much from Mr. Maxwell in the 4 years I was at Watervliet High. I know that he was working part time I'm sure up until his last day. I saw him 4 years ago when he drove a shuttle for my friends wedding at Glen Sanders. He said that he was continuing to work to help pay for college expenses. He was such an inspiration, and a role model to anyone who ever met him. I was lucky to have him and know him.. And I'm sure that you're family feels the same way. I grieve your loss and my heartfelt apologies go out to your family. He was the very best and I'll always have a special place in my heart for him. Daniel Mahoney class of 95.
September 18, 2011
Kris, Anne, and Katherine,
Our sincerest sympathy during this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Cheryl,Nicole, and Laura Bouschor
kim grabowski
September 18, 2011
we are so sad to hear about this. he was one of our favorite teachers. he will be missed and never forgotten.
Jimmy Gibbons
September 18, 2011
We are so very sad here in Clinton MA to learn of our cousin David's passing. He brought much joy to our family throughout the years and we have fond and wonderful memories of what a great storyteller he was; truly the life of the party. We especially reflect on what a happy man he was who cherished and valued the rich blessing of such a loving wife and great daughters -- our sincere sympathy and love to you all. We will be with you on Monday. Jimmy, Mary Pat, Johnny and Debbie
Karley Ziegler Mott
September 18, 2011
Kris, Anne, and Katherine,
We are very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a very kind man and it was very evident how much he loved his family.
Karley, Tom, Nicholas & Benjamin Mott
September 18, 2011
Kris,Anne,katherine,
Dave was such a fun loving guy. Many great memories at Latham Lassies and Latham Ridge. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe,Sue,Mandy and Mike Nolan
September 18, 2011
Mr Maxwell was a wonderful man loved by all, our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He touched so many while teaching. RIP Jason Davis and Darleen Robideau
September 18, 2011
Kris, Ann and Katherine, We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We remember him very fondly as a wonderful neighbor on Cornsilk Road. May God bless you and keep you in his care.
Dan and Linda Green
darlene mcrae
September 18, 2011
To The Maxwell Family
over the years my husband an I have met all of you,and even if we did not,your dad and husband talked always about the wonderful daughters and wife he loved and adored so much,way back my husband and myself always made sure the daughter that needed to go to montreal was on the bus and no matter where anyone went in daves family we would always made sure they were taken care of,dave was the most gentle,loving and respectable man all of us at adiondack trailways could ever have known,he will be deeply missed by all co-workers and friends and will always be known as the TEACHER
our prayers and thoughts are with all of you darlene and floyd mcrae dispatchers from the bus station
John Ryan
September 18, 2011
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. Dave was a great guy, good friend, dedicated family man and a truly enjoyable person to work with over the past 30 plus years. He will surely be missed and remembered by all who had the good fortune to know him.
Marcy Dillon
September 18, 2011
Dear Maxwell family,
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Dave was a great teacher and friend. He gave so much to those he taught and he was a great role model to the young teachers that he worked with. He will be deeply missed.
Vicki & Tom Breen
September 18, 2011
Kris, Katherine, and Ann, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Tony & Dee Mancuso
September 17, 2011
Dear Kris, We were so very sad to hear about your loss. Our condolences to you and the girls. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
LISA TALLMAN
September 17, 2011
THE MAXWELL FAMILY,
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. IT HAS BEEN SO LONG SINCE I WAS HIS STUDENT. HE WAS A GREAT TEACHER. HE WAS ALWAYS THERE TO TALK IF WE NEEDED. HE WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE MY FAVORITE TEACHER I HAVE EVER HAD. EVERYONE AT WHS LOVED HIM.IT IS A SAD THING THAT HE PASSED AWAY BUT SOMEDAY WE WILL ALL BE IN HEAVEN TOGETHER. AND TRUST ME THAT IS A LOT OF HIS STUDENTS. LOL. HE WOULD HAVE LOVED THAT LITTLE JOKE. REMEMBER HIS LIFE THE WAY HE WOULD HAVE WANTED YOU TO. RIP DAVE MAXWELL. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS.
Carol Korkemaz-Shufelt
September 17, 2011
Mr. Maxwell, he was kind, caring, and always understanding. He was a gentleman in every way. He was a great teacher who loved his students, and his students loved him. He will be missed by so many, my prayers and condolences to your family on the loss of a great man who has touched so many
Jennifer Ogden
September 17, 2011
Dear Maxwell Family. Im sorry for your loss and saddened the world lost such a wonderful teacher. He was admired by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Watson
September 17, 2011
Mr. Maxwell, ("Max"), was a gentleman in every way. He was a great teacher who loved his students, and his students loved him. He will be missed by so many, and remembered always as a great man.
Thoughts and prayers are with the entire Maxwell family.
Elaine Hennessey-Houlian
September 17, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss, Me. Maxwell was a great man and an even better teacher. He was kind, caring, and always understanding. I hope your family finds peace in knowing he helped shape many lives. God Bless!
September 17, 2011
I just seen him a couple weeks ago...best guy ever...my prayers...
John & Sandy Tarmey
September 17, 2011
I am shocked and saddened by Dave's death.
Although distance has separated us in recent years, I think back to the good times and enduring friendship we shared beginning over 30 years ago. We could always find some way to commiserate about our workday and share a laugh or two.
Let's dwell on the good times now. We will remember you all in prayer.
September 17, 2011
To Mr. Maxwells family very sorry for your lost he was one of my favorite teachers.
Karen Jones Fumarola
Reghan & Eric Phillips
September 17, 2011
Maxwell Family-
Mr. Maxwell was a wonderful, sweet, and amazing teacher. We are so sorry for your lost. Our thoughts & prayers are with your.
Shannon Vincent
September 17, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Maxwell. I, like many, was one of his students. He was a wonderful teacher and person. He will be truly missed and remembered with fondness.
Christina Lindheimer
September 17, 2011
To the Family of Mr. Maxwell:
He was an amazing teacher. I remember wanting to go into the field and Prof Max letting me come to observe his classes. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.
September 17, 2011
To the family of David Maxwell,
I haven't seen David in many years but as children we spent alot of time together. David and I grew up living next door to each other in Howes Cave and spent many hours together. We graduated from Cobleskill High School togethr in 1963. I remember many fun times we had as kids - so many happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Marie Balfe Campbell
September 17, 2011
One of the best most caring teachers I had at Watervliet. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family..
Shawn Rondeau class of 95
Marion & John Burns
September 17, 2011
To Dave’s Family,
Dave was our travel group’s driver of choice for many years until his illness. We didn’t have to know him very long before realizing he was a very special person. His love for his family was foremost in his life. On every trip we had to Boston or NY, he would meet his daughters and treat them to lunch. He was so very proud of both of them, it showed in his glowing smile every time he updated us on their lives. What a blest family you are to have had Dave. He is smiling down on you now and will continue to assure that all your needs are met. We are very sorry for you in this sad time.
Marion and John Burns
Marilyn Masick
September 17, 2011
My deepest condolences.
Marilyn Masick, cousin
Joan Shepard
September 17, 2011
Kris, Anne and Katherine,
Dave was the true meaning of a perfect gentleman. Our lives have been so blessed to have had Dave a part of it. Our deepest sympathy to each of you. Dave you were so loved by everyone associated with Latham Lassies! Love, Joan, Bob, Alicia and Brian Shepard
September 17, 2011
Kris, Ann, And Katherine, I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of all of you. Susan Canty
Caroline Curley
September 17, 2011
My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Maxwell. I had the honor of being one of his typing class students for 2 years. I always loved going to his class because he was so down to earth and genuinely cared about his students. His passing is a huge loss to many and he will be greatly missed.
Alan Keating
September 17, 2011
Condolences to the family. He was the best teacher anyone of us could have. He always treated his students with care like we were his own. He will never be forgotten.
Jack & Joyce Thomas
September 17, 2011
Kris, Anne and Katherine,
Your loss, is our loss as well. We have always respected Dave as a gentleman. What a great man. His soft spoken nature will be remembered always. As a colleague his professionalism will be remembered and as a friend his incredible sense of humor will stay with me forever. May God bless you and give you the gift of peace.
Tamie W
September 17, 2011
Mr. Maxwell you will be missed, great teacher & he had a great sense of humor
Jennifer Fogarty
September 17, 2011
To the family of Mr. Maxwell,
Please accept my deepest condolences. He was a great man, he was my Teacher in many classes throughout my time spent in Watervliet Jr. Sr. High School. He inspired me to work hard and never give up. My heart is with you. Jennifer (Fantacci) Fogarty and Family
September 17, 2011
Dear Family, I was a pleasure knowing Mr. Maxwell through my years at Watervliet High School. He was a terrific business teacher. I am sorry for your loss.....Crystal McGrath
September 17, 2011
Kris,Ann,Katherine
May God Bless all of you,David was a great husband,father and educator.
Terri and Charlie
Jenny and Travis Whitton,Charlie&Jacob
Amy and David Trask,Sophie
(cousins)
September 17, 2011
Condolences to Mr. Maxwell's family. He was a great friend and support to my son during their time at Watervliet High.
Susan Woods Watervliet
Lindsay (Edwards) Felpel
September 17, 2011
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss, he was a great teacher and person . Again I am so sorry for your loss .
GEORGE L DAVIS JR
September 17, 2011
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS WORKED WITH DAVE AT HUNTER MOTOR
Bob and Deanna Christiansen
September 17, 2011
Kris, Anne, Katherine, and Family,
Words can't describe our feelings when we heard of Dave's passing on. He truly was a wonderful person and did so much for so many. His students adored him and the faculty looked up to him with such respect. He'll be missed by many. We wish you strength as you go through this period of sadness. Fortunately the fond memories keep us going as we focus on those remembrances.
Dick & Katey Holmes
September 17, 2011
Kris, Anne and Katherine,
Please accept our condolences on the death of Dave. He was more than a colleague at Watervliet High School. He was a personal friend and we enjoyed that friendship for more than thirty years. We know that his passing leaves an emptiness in your lives but, at the same time, we are confident with our faith that we will all be reunited again forever.
Were we not out of state now, we would express our thoughts to you in person. Nonetheless, know that Dave and you are in our thought and prayers.
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