Tami Maisel
Dave referred to my folks (now deceased) as "Mom" and "Dad"...
Years ago my Dad was working outside in the yard and heard what sounded like human cries for help. It was Dave across the road, trapped under his tractor that overturned while excavating the basement wall. Dave was seriously injured and likely would not have survived the hours until Linda was expected back home.
It was the beginning of a special kinship memorialized by a letter from Dave after he was discharged from the hospital. My parents treasured that letter and read it to me often. I hope to find it and share it with Dave's family.
I will forever be thankful for how Dave looked after my folks and for his kind wisdom and support as I have worked to repair and restore the family home.
Dave was a private man of few words. But in those words, and his actions, he spoke volumes.
