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David McDysan Obituary

David Edward McDysan, 70, of Lahaina, Hawaii passed away on July 30, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Deborah Dowell McDysan; his mother, Martha McDysan; his sisters, Cheryl Mathews and Kathryn Buck; and nieces and nephews. He graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and received his master's and doctorate degrees in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications from George Washington University. David authored several technical books and was a fellow with Verizon. His hobbies included playing guitar, writing, listening to music and watching movies. Arrangements were made by Ballard Mortuary of Kahului, Hawaii. A memorial will take place in northern Virginia in the spring of 2025.

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 18, 2024.

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Glenn Wellbrock

October 1, 2024

Dave was an exceptional thought leader in the telecom industry and a joy to work with. The only thing better than his sense of humor was his ability to multitask. I feel blessed to have known Dave as a trusted colleague and work friend.

Greg Hutton

September 26, 2024

Dave was a living legend! What an amazing talent, colleague and human. I remember buying his book on ATM while working at WilTel (before the merger) and what an amazing resource it was. Fast forward, I had the opportunity to meet and work with him at MCI/Verizon - WOW!! He had such an impact on so so many. He'll be sorely missed!

Greg Hutton

September 26, 2024

What an amazing talent, colleague and human! He was always incredible in all that he did (funny too;-). I recall buying his ATM book while working for WilTel (before the merger) which was an amazing resource and ultimately had the opportunity to meet and work with him at MCI/Verizon. WOW! He was truly a living legend who impacted so so many people.

Matt Nickols

September 24, 2024

An industry icon, tremendously smart, not pretentious, always helpful, and patient. Much appreciated and missed. Condolences.

Scott Kotrla

September 20, 2024

Dave was an industry icon, who I had the pleasure of working with over many years at MCI and Verizon. My deepest condolences to his family for their loss - Dave will be missed by all.

Luay Jalil

September 20, 2024

I was deeply saddened to hear about Dave's passing. Working with him was not just a professional experience, but a joy. He was incredibly smart, meticulous in his work, and brought so much energy and fun to every project. His positive spirit and sharp insights were inspiring, and he will be greatly missed

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