for anyone who would like to give any type of donation. I have made a new Thread in the West Section with my paypal account.

I am going to take the donations and then write a check to Dave's family.

 

ha, i have the rape picture too! man...

 

Dave was one of the nicest guys I have known. Always willing to give a helping hand because of his generous heart. He may have had the worst luck of anyone I have ever known. But he still helped anyone in need, even if he was being kicked down.

Ignore all of his depressed and down moments. He didn't want to die, kill himself, or hurt anyone. He just wanted to be happy. At least he was doing what he loved, driving his FD.

I've talked to his brother and there will be a funeral for him. Possibly Saturday, but nothing is set yet.

Dave will be missed...

 

R.I.P Dave You Will Be Missed

I cant relate to all this (thank god) considering im only 20 but i few friends pass away already, one involved in a motorcycle accident died at the scene (23 years old)

Another one friends since 6yrs old he was coming back from fishing (his favorite activity) lost control and a head on SUV hit the door (off duty cop) killed him instantly only (21 years old)

and couple more but don't need to get into those

 

Man, never knew him personally but my prayers go out. what a sad day for everybody. may his soul be blessed. I'm sure Mr. Wankel and himself have endless amounts to talk about.

 

I remember recieving alot of advice from him four years ago when I was new to this scene. I wish I could have met him in person......

 

My God... Dave!

He was much more than we knew.

I'm very, very sorry to hear this.

In retrospect, I'm sure he knew... but so what.

Where are the services?

Walt

 

R.I.P. Dave, your contributions to the RX7 community will missed...
My depest condolences to his family and friends...

 

It's always sad to hear about someones death, but it's good to know their in a better place. May you rest in peace........

 

When My father in law passed away un-expectedly the most comforting thing for us was the outpouring of affection from the community. He was a well known man in Oklahoma City. Not rich or powerful but well known and liked do to his very helpful and friendly nature. It seemed that almost 1000 people showed up to the funeral

Dave was the same way. I only met him at 7 stock but He was perfectly content to hang with me as long as I wanted him to do so.

I think the best thing we could do would be to go to the Funeral. His family will receive a final memory of their loved one as one that was liked and respected by his Peers.

As a Father of four.....God forbid something like this happen to one of mine, but if it did.....I could take comfort in the fact that My son or daughter was respected and successful in whatever path they chose to take in life.

We should all go to the funeral. Those that are local should go. You don't have to do anything or speak to anyone or even cry.....just being there would comfort the grieving family as much as one could.

Fris, Mike, Lil red, you guys find out when this is going to happen and....MAKE IT HAPPEN for Dave.

I'll go, I'll even dress nice.

*Holds back tears*

 

This is a great loss for us all. Dave always tried his best to help us all. Great guy, he will be missed.

 

Even though i didn't know you im sorry to hear that your friends. family, and the rx7 world Lost a friend lover and enthusiast.

 

i totally agree. comfort comes in rememberance and those who are selfless are the greatest rewarded when their time comes.

 

i was contacted by dave older sister..... so far all i know is the funeral is this saturday in san bernardino... ill post more info for anyone who wants to pay their last respects to him...

 

RIP Dave...

 

Wow, very sad to hear, R.I.P. Dave.

My condolences to friends and family.

 

is there confirmation about this saturday??

 

.....damn, there aren't enough true rotor heads out there. And even less that are truely good people. We don't need to lose these people. This is a very sad day for all of us.


On a side note, I wish we all had magic buzzers that would make our cars work on days like this so that we could all have a cruise for him. However it takes people like guitarjunkie to get our cars running.

edit: whoops wrote this before I knew there was a cruise

 

That's horrible news. Though I did not know Dave personally I still had a lot of respect for him as I do other members that actively contribute to this forum. I hope his family and friends can recover from this great loss.

I also hope that aggressive driving had nothing to do with his death and the serious injury of the other driver.

 

Yes it is for sure this Saturday in San Bernardino.

once i know where and what time i will post it.

 

So, We are going?....en mass?

 

I've been sitting here for half an hour typing garbage. I don't know what to say about something that hasn't totally sunk in. I almost expect Dave to reply to one of my lame posts or give advice to some noob asking about a random problem. It seems like such a shame that those people that come on here to post once or twice and leave after getting their help from Dave will never have gotten to know him. I'm not bashing on those people. It's just such a waste that those people will never have the opportunity to know the guy that helped them.

Dave, keep doing what you do until the rest of us see you in heaven. I'm not sad that you left us. I'm glad that I knew you. If you get a chance, put in a good word with God for me. We miss you, homey.

 

well... daves sister would like for anyone who has any special memories of dave, to email her so they can be shared at the service....

here is the email she sent me.... she asked to have this info forwarded to anyone who would like to know.. so here it is....

******My name is Suzy. I'm Dave's older sister. Thank you for your thoughts. If you are interested in knowing, his memorial services will be held this Saturday in San Bernardino. If you would like any further info please e-mail me. I saw the work my bro did on some of these cars. He was truely a genius. We miss him.

My e-mail is sjmcewan@yahoo.com Please pass this info onto anyone interested in knowing. They may e-mail me any thoughts or special memories that will be shared at the memorial. *******

Thanks again. suzy, david's biggest fan!!!!!!

 

He always seemed like a good guy in all the posts he made. It is always sad to lose one of the good guys.

I hope wherever he goes, he is surrounded with all things rotary, wether you believe in afterlife or not.

 

our hats are off to a good man. let this remind you how fragile life is next time you guys are out messing around in your cars, even just driving you have to be careful.

rest in peace bro, we won't soon forget what you've done for us.