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David Boast Obituary

BOAST, DAVID ROBERT (Age 51)

On August 25, 2002 in Petersburg, WV. DAVID R. BOAST, beloved husband of Kelly (McKinnon) Boast; loving father of Jennifer, Christine and David "Dewey" Boast, Jr., and Kira McKinnon Boast; Mr. Boast is also survived by Debra Boast, the mother of Jennifer, Christine, and David; devoted brother of Johnny, Dennis and Jamie Boast and Connie Holland; half-brother of Christine Kozak. Visitation at EVERLY FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 10565 Main St. (Rte. 236), Fairfax, VA on Wednesday, August 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Funeral Mass Thursday, 1 p.m. St. Mary's Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax, VA. Interment Fairfax Memorial Park.

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 28, 2002.

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Marnel Williams

September 9, 2002

Although a little late, I want to extend my deepest sympathies to the entire Boast Family. Dave was truly a wonderful and sincere man, whose laughter and fun for living will be truly missed.



I always look forward to the big smile and big hug you get from Dave, but although no longer here, we can always cherish the memories we have of such a wonderful person whom I also called friend.



He memory will live on forever.

Sheila Strickland

September 3, 2002

It was my privilege and pleasure working with Dave at UUNET. He gave our Provisioning group, as well as the entire DAN team, vision, support, and respect. It was always a challenge meeting Dave's expectations and we took pride in doing so. I extend my condolence to Dave's family.

Judi Ferrara

September 2, 2002

To the Boast Family: I feel honored and privileged to have known and worked with Dave. He always took pride in his job and team. At Legent, he would prank in on the products lines to make sure that even the most disgruntle customers received 100% superior customer satisfaction. Myself and the other coordinator began to look forward

to his calls because he would come up with some pretty far fetch stories. I will never

forget his sense of humor or him walking with around with his Louisville slugger.

Patrick Steranka

September 1, 2002

Dave, I enjoyed working with you, and will miss you. Your passion for reaching goals and your personal drive gave new definition for working hard. Your desire to be the best at what you did was something to be admired.

Best wishes where you are.

Patrick

Jennifer (Richards) Buono

September 1, 2002

Jen and Family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Hugh Reid

August 31, 2002

With deepest sympathy to the family...our prayers are with you.



The Reids

John Stoffer

August 30, 2002

Although I can't make it there on Thursday I would like to send my deepest wishes to your family.

Thanks,

The Stoffer Family

Mary, John & Jack Alexander

August 30, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Boast Family. Dave was one of a kind. His passion for life made him a delight to work and play with. We will miss him.

Amy Fritzges

August 29, 2002

Jenn and family,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.

Amy Fritzges

Gwen Wells

August 28, 2002

Kelly - I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm confident that without Dave's drive, UUNET wouldn't have been the company it was (is?). I can still see him in a meeting, holding that baseball bat and talking on his wireless headset.

Mr.Mrs. David P. Locke

August 28, 2002

My wife and I sincerely send our condolences for the abrupt life of Mr. Big Dave Boast. As an employee working with Dave during the Great UUNET days, he made being at work a challange. Dave displayed types of frustration when things were not going a certain way, however, His main character was cheerful and portraid a great deal of motivational power. Power enough that most of us under him enjoyed going the extra mile to get our work complete. In that aspect, he greatly rewarded everyone for their efforts. I am proud to say that I had the opportunity to know and work with him. My wife Catherine met him a couple times

while grocery shopping and mentioned that he was a very nice person.



We will miss you Dave and I know from where you are sitting, you have a better view of the CYBERSPACE you built.



Sincerely,

David & Catherine Locke

Brett Jenkin

August 28, 2002

Dave's attributes were pure inspiration. His relentless Passion and Drive for success coupled with his generous and caring personality were contagious. His memory will endure.

Mike Walsh & Family

August 28, 2002

Our paryers are with the entire Boast family. God bless you during this time of need and sorry. MW

Matt and Amy Laptad

August 28, 2002

Our deepest sympathies go out to Dave's family and friends. We worked closely with Dave at UUNET for a few years and admired his committment to his company and his family. Our prayers are with you Dave; you and your loved ones. You will always be remembered.

Randy James

August 28, 2002

Dave was one of a kind, He took on all challenges with full determination to succeed. He was an honest person with a great heart. For all that knew him, we learned and benefited from knowing him.

James & Sandra Muller

August 28, 2002

Deepest regrets. We both knew Dave and respected his vision and drive. He had a remarkable way of summing up a situation intuitively and plotting a constructive course to improve it. We will miss him and will always remember him fondly.

August 28, 2002

Dave’s kindness touched us all, and we will miss getting to know him better.



Scott and Elizabeth Anderson

David Reader and Valerie Riddle

Leslie and Lance Hamilton

August 28, 2002

Dave has touched all of our hearts in so many special ways. We will miss him dearly.

David Burke

August 28, 2002

Although I can't be there on Thursday I will be with you in spirit. We will all miss David's joy of life and enthusiasm.

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