Rest in peace Newself
Jun 18, 2011 | 11:42 pm
#76
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thanks for that memory...
So one time, at the bar in Long Beach where all the FT get-togethers seemed to occur at that moment in time, I walked in after a transcon and for some reaonn Dave sat me down and explained the secret to obtaining happiness in life to me.
He told me that happiness in life was about moments of pride. And that, at the end of the day, no one was proud of the money they'd made or the girls they'd laid. One was proud of the joy they had given others. Of the good they'd done for others.
And those of you who knew Dave know that look he could give. Of utter conviction. So that was that.
Yeah, he gave me that look as he said it. The man changed my life.
Eff you, death. You are a greedy basterd and I hate you.
He told me that happiness in life was about moments of pride. And that, at the end of the day, no one was proud of the money they'd made or the girls they'd laid. One was proud of the joy they had given others. Of the good they'd done for others.
And those of you who knew Dave know that look he could give. Of utter conviction. So that was that.
Yeah, he gave me that look as he said it. The man changed my life.
Eff you, death. You are a greedy basterd and I hate you.
Jun 19, 2011 | 2:06 am
#77
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*sigh*
That's the second death I've heard of in the last hour and a half. It was already a crap night for me, and the news of these two deaths just adds to it.
RIP, newself.
That's the second death I've heard of in the last hour and a half. It was already a crap night for me, and the news of these two deaths just adds to it.
RIP, newself.
Jun 19, 2011 | 3:04 am
#78
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I knew Dave only slightly, but it is evident that his passing is a horrible loss to many.
Condolences.
Condolences.
Jun 19, 2011 | 7:46 pm
#79
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Im still thinking this is a dream and Newself will call to ask how Im doing and when I can get to Long Beach for Babes breakfast and beer at the Fishtail.
Still in shock but lots of good memories of him are coming back including the time he cleaned me up after an embarrassing incident. A friend would do that
Enjoy the Guinness in heaven Bud and we will see u later for a round.
Still in shock but lots of good memories of him are coming back including the time he cleaned me up after an embarrassing incident. A friend would do that
Enjoy the Guinness in heaven Bud and we will see u later for a round.
Jun 20, 2011 | 3:57 pm
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I'm very sorry to read this news and my prayers are with Dave's family and with all of you who have enjoyed our friend's company.
I only met Dave briefly at Hobart OzFest but appreciate everything that he's done for fellow FTers.
I will toast Dave at SYD airport! Condolences to you. Thanks Dave, you are much missed!
I only met Dave briefly at Hobart OzFest but appreciate everything that he's done for fellow FTers.
I will toast Dave at SYD airport! Condolences to you. Thanks Dave, you are much missed!
Jun 21, 2011 | 6:47 am
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So sad to hear the news. Condolences to Jeannie and family.
Sat next to the lovely couple at the Hahndorf lunch at Adelaide OZfest just last year. Sad. RIP Dave
Sat next to the lovely couple at the Hahndorf lunch at Adelaide OZfest just last year. Sad. RIP Dave
Jun 21, 2011 | 12:07 pm
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I think this slightly modified quote from Up In the Air suits his memory very well:
Tonight most people will be welcomed home by jumping dogs and squealing kids. Their spouses will ask about their day and tonight they will sleep. The stars will wheel forth from their daytime hiding places; and one of those lights, slightly brighter than the rest, will be his wing tip passing over.
Jun 21, 2011 | 5:45 pm
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I just found out about Dave's death via a (not-so-pleasant ) email with another FT member. (And again, I apologize for the exchange!)
I met Dave often enough that he is one of the few FT members whose screen name I recognized ..... but I had not seen this thread yet. I am saddened by his death.
RIP ..... hope the trip to heaven included an upgrade to Super-Dooper First Class.
) email with another FT member. (And again, I apologize for the exchange!)I met Dave often enough that he is one of the few FT members whose screen name I recognized ..... but I had not seen this thread yet. I am saddened by his death.
RIP ..... hope the trip to heaven included an upgrade to Super-Dooper First Class.
Jun 21, 2011 | 6:06 pm
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Rest In Peace, Dave
Like so many others here, Ive been processing my thoughts since I first heard Friday afternoon about Daves passing and no idea what to say. Dave was one of the first FTers I met -- a dinner in San Diego (I still have a photo of Dave from that evening, clutching a rose between his teeth). Friday night I opened a bottle of red in his memory Id like to think it would have been one hed approve of . So many of the posts here have jogged my memories of fun times spent with Dave: some with other FTers enjoying dinner/drinks in numerous cities, LAX layover dinners at Pacos Tacos, with his local friends having drinks at the Fish Tale or breakfast at Babes, and when Dave decided to cross over from the dark side by switching from flying CO to UA. To say that Dave was one of the good guys is a huge understatement. When someone met Dave, they instantly liked him. If you got to know Dave, you grew to love him.
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Jeanne, Daves family and his friends.
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Jeanne, Daves family and his friends.
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Jun 22, 2011 | 2:21 pm
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I'll be in So Cal this weekend, and breakfast at Babe's is near the top of my priority list.