It's been just over 13 years since my dad passed away. My dad was a good man, not perfect, but a good man. I don't know that I ever gave him the credit he deserved for all that he did for me. I spent too many years blinded by bitterness caused by events I could not control. The one thing that was in my control was to forgive. I eventually did but far too late. He's been gone a while now. Looking at those pictures brought back many happy memories and reminded me how good he really was. Love you and miss you Dad!

Hey David! Thinking of you today and everyday. Ty and I miss you so much. Life just isn’t quite the same without you but have a feeling you are not really that far away. I’ll check in with you while skiing at Big Sky….your little sister, Kelly xoxo

I can’t believe all these years have passed since you left us.
Every time I am at your beautiful home visiting your beautiful wife I feel your presence
So many happy memories of your life with Jeannie brings a smile to my face.
I am sure you miss her as much as she misses you!
Both of you had a beautiful love story!

“Gaisford…it’s Gaisford.”
Remembering …reflecting….
A lifetime of fun….reduced to memories.
I think of you every time I clip in.
Are there bikes in Heaven? I hope so.
My Faith gives me Hope.
That hope tells me we will ride together.
Again.

Diesel Dave - It's been many, many years but my memory of you is still (relatively) fresh. As I get older I realize more and more how precious every remaining day is and it gives me a deeper understanding of what you and your family have missed with you gone. My very best wishes to everyone in the family for peaceful and happy memories as this day passes. 

So glad the memorial of your death is passed. I waited til after midnight to post my thoughts as I hated the day you died and left us. Life is certainly not as fun or interesting without you here. I think of you often. I always think of you when I ski, you are always skiing with me, giving me tips, rooting me on and laughing your great laugh! Ty and I still holding town the fort. Hoping to connect with your kids and grandkids this year, time is moving on so we need to get together with them to catch up. Love you dearly! Keep smiling on us! Your sister! Kel

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Dave, we lost mom if you see her tell her hello for me. I sure your mom and dad along with my Dad and UncleDean are all there together. with what is going on here you are in a better place. I think about the fun we hadwith the bike and the trips and the golfing  take care I miss you all  Jen

Your absence seems odd to me; something I struggle with to this day. My heart still aches. There’s a lifetime of memories that come flooding through, from the early days in Orinda, through our exploits in Provo, and on….Moab, Park City, etc. Recalling our two-wheeled adventures brings a smile to my face, and every time I “throw a leg over” I remember your coaching tips for my Tahoe Century. I look forward to the time when we’re reunited on the other side of the Veil, and can continue on our journey…together.

12 years has flown by! This morning I woke up to having a dream about you, you’ve been on my mind a lot coming up to this date. You’ve missed so much, it’s still hard to believe. I imagine you’d be a solid silver fox at this point and probably a silly grandpa that would launch my kids across your pool and maybe go on family ski trips together. Going through the holidays Cam, Ash and got together and we even spent time with Tanner. We always have a few bottles of Prisoner in your honor. We all hope you are looking down with pride. ❤️❤️❤️ Love,
your KatieKate

Hey Dave - It's been a while since I was able to ride through Hidden Valley and see your plaque. I'll get out there soon. It's been another crazy year for me so there's been less riding than usual but I'll take what you went through as inspiration to get back into it. You were so tough, so dedicated - I think about that a lot. Rest easy, friend - and thanks for the constant inspiration.

Such crazy times dad, I’m not sure what you would think. Everyone is making it through the best they know how but the world is a bit upside down at the moment. Hopefully happier/simpler times again in our future! 11 years later and my daughter is in middle school and my son is in 3rd grade. You remain a mythical character in stories that they will never meet. Keep watching over us, I still feel you with me from time to time. ❤️

Time passes quickly and here we are 11 years later. It's a crazy world out there - you wouldn't believe all the weirdness going on - and I'm sure you would have had a witty observation that would have made us all smile. 

Rest easy, Dave. 

Dave, I did not make to Salt Lake City today. Mom is not doing well. I did think about you remember when you were up from Byu on your birthday And we all went up to Pine View. That was the time you take my the bike back down I remember how funny you look on a motor bike 100. I miss you and your family and all the fun we had. tell any one hi up there take care keep smiling Jen Happy BirthdayDave G

Happy Birthday my friend! 

Happy Birthday buddy!

Happy Birthday to my "brother from another mother." Think of you always.

Dave - It's been a while since I've been through Hidden Valley and did the "Dave Wave" to your plaque. That doesn't mean that I have forgotten about you, though, and appreciate the reminders this system sends. Wishing your family an easy day as we all remember your (too short) time on Earth. It's a weird world of Covid changes and restrictions these days and I wonder how you'd react to it all.

I'll "wave" soon. 

Dear David,
How can it be 10 years since you left us? 12.5 years since Kimmy left?
I miss you more each passing year. Just wish I could pick up the phone and hear your voice. Miss laughing with you, you had the greatest laugh. I miss our tribe before most of it disbanded. Harrison is 13, 6'1" already and playing basketball. You would like him and he would like you. Saylor is now 6 years old and says the craziest things. Sometimes I think you are whispering in his ear just to make me wonder! Give mom and dad hugs from me and of course Kimmy. Tell them how much I love and miss you all. See you on the other side one of these days. Not too soon but miss you dearly! Your little sister, Kel

Ten Years, how can that be possible? I think of you often and miss you always my friend. 

Hard to believe a decade has slipped away since you did. You are missed. Love to you and Kimmy and mom and dad.

Dearest Dave -
It’s simply unbelievable that 10 years have passed ….such a shame how much life and experience has been taken from you. The last time I let this much time pass between us without talking was after our Park City trip. How I regret letting that kind of time slip away while you were still here. Life is precious, and every moment with loved ones special. I think of you often, and know the veil is thin. You are sorely missed. Until we meet again ....

10 years? Seriously? And you were only 56? As I get older (68 now) and realize how precious the time I have left really is I'm even more shocked at how young you were when you passed. Everyone deserves more time and you would have enjoyed yours more than most. 

You are still missed. My best wishes to your family for an easy day. 

10 years, but 2020 was one you could have skipped altogether dad. 66 would have looked good on you! I’ll bet you would be retired and doing all your hobbies and living your best life! We all miss you here and can’t wait until we meet again!

Dave, Happy Birthday
When I get to salt Lake I drive up and say Hi to all you. I miss everyone in your family. Tell your dad and mom Hello for me. I miss the days I came down to California and we went golfing and that one time I went to your track meet. I remember the fun time we had when you came up from BYU. Wally, Diane, and Pam say to tell Hi. take care my friend of everyone that is there with youI hope you see my Dad.  Keep Smiling love you all  Jen Haun

It's a weird world out there now, Dave, and it has become a bit difficult to get out to your plaque for the official "Dave Wave" as I go by. (We all have to plan our rides differently as there are few places to stop for water or tasty pastries without dressing like a zombie.) 

I'll get by there soon and in the meantime wish you were here to celebrate your birthday. All the best to your loving family to remain safe and healthy.

Miss you, Bro. We said farewell to Aunt Joyce today. But you already knew that. I’ll be sending you a gift later this year. Much love.

Hi David. Hard to believe it's been nine years! I think of you often and will miss you always my friend. 

Hello Dave - Nine years later we still wave as we pass your memorial on the side of the road through Hidden Valley. Time may pass but memories of your courage and determination do not. 

No Medicare or AARP for you Dad! Someone had an interesting covert plan for you not to have to grow old!
Forever young and handsome is how you will remain! I miss you daily still!
Katie

Hey Dave… Alan G. and I just went through Hidden Valley and did the "Dave Wave" as we passed your plaque. We still talk about you and think of you often. I just turned 67 and want you to know that I appreciate and treasure every single day as I know you would want me to. You are always remembered. 

I was just telling a story yesterday about a wild arrest which took place in the North end of Boise way back when. Made me remember Dave and the good times we had working and recreating together. Rest in Peace, old friend.

Chip

Dave you are truly missed.
Life changes in a moment for all of us.
As the years pass none of us forget the wonderful memories of you and Jeannie.
You loved her more than life and I reflect on her selfless attitude and the love she had for you.
You were one lucky man to have her just as she was lucky to have you.
Your smile, sense of humor and wisdom always brings a smile to my face.
Missing you!
Julie

Hiya Dave,
Whenever big challenges arise I think of you. I've taken inspiration from your fight and will always remember you. Even though we only knew each other a short time I remember you well and respect how you approached your all-too-brief time. Rest easy, friend.

It saddens me that making memories together came to an end. Think of you often. You are sorely missed....and loved. The Gaisford Reunion in the Hereafter will be a great celebration!

Miss you my friend. Can't believe it would be your Medicare birthday this year. Where has the time gone?

You are missed. So many things should have been different. Love to mom, dad and Kimmy! xo

8 years today. The world keeps moving so fast that it hardly seems possible that it’s been so long. Life is moving on without you but I feel you at times watching over me so it gives me comfort. I still think I’ll just pick up the phone and hear your voice or be seeing you soon but there is much to be done here before that can happen. I love you dad!

Dad, I’m missing you on this day! You have been on my mind a lot lately! So much has happened in 7 years that you have missed. I keep thinking it’s just been a long time since I’ve seen you and can’t wait to see you again. Not in this life of course, I’m reminded, but in the next! I feel you with me when your songs come on the radio! The song “The Living Years” by Mike + the Mechanics has been making me feel all the feels. Lately, I’ve listened to it a lot. So much rings home about it with the unfortunate circumstances that complicated what should have been a peaceful dying process. I try to think of the good times I know we shared and not the turmoil that was going on without you even being aware. I wanted better for you because I wanted you to be happy. I hope you have peace and Happiness now because you are surrounded by your Dad, Mom and Big Sis!

Howdy Dave… as I pass your memorial plaque in Hidden Valley I continue to salute. Thanks for the inspiration and the fine example you set for us all to persevere.

I have great memories of working with Dave in the late 90's and early 2000. He was a very dedicated man. thank you for allowing me to share in the memory of him.

Happy Birthday Dad! This year I bought you a head stone. Sorry it took so long! You know, Gaisford time!

Hiya Dave - Happy birthday. I still salute each time we pass your memorial plaque in Hidden Valley. And I still think about the example you set for us all. In good times, enjoy. In tribulation, be strong. We never forget.

Happy Birthday David. You are remembered with much love and respect, and missed every single day my friend.

My friend, where have the years gone? I miss you still, rest easy.

As yet another year passes the memories remain fresh. Whenever there is a challenge in my life I think of the strength and courage Dave showed in his dogged persistence of enjoying life to its fullest. Always missed, never forgotten. Rest easy, Dave.

Dear David,
Been thinking about you all day. Wishing you were here to celebrate your birthday together. Ty texted "Happy Birthday Dave" this AM. Probably why you were on my mind all week and sure enough it was August 13th! Not a birthday or day goes by without thoughts of you and how much I miss you. Still can't believe you aren't here. I often think you are off on a great ride or skiing somewhere and we will see each other soon. Give mom and dad and Kim kisses from me and know I am keeping you in my heart. And be with Kent as he rides his big race inspiring and motivating him as well as Ty on his birthday coming next Saturday! Your sis, Kel xoxoxoxo

My Dear Dave,
I think about you often.I believe my brother is now right up there by your side.
I can't help but think how we miss you, but more so how you must miss all of us, especially your loving wife ,"Jeannie".
All these years have passed since you left us and still she has stayed strong, and only thinks of the wonderful memories both of you had together. She was your rock in every sense of the word.
I remember how you said to me that without her love and selfless ways you never would have had the will to fight and stay strong.
Oh how you loved her.
People make a choice to either live in the past with self pity... or move forward and take away something positive from a tragedy. How God has worked through Jeannie to help me when I lost my brother Ted. By her strength and ability to accept your death, yet find peace has saved me from so much pain. As you said to me over and over again, your love for her and the tolerance she had in such a challenging time back then made her a saint. You said you did not deserve a woman like her but by the grace of God he sent her to you. He was the happiest man in the universe. I thank you for sharing your feelings about her to me. Both of you blessed my life by your true example of a loving couple. You said shortly before you died that he trusted his life in her hands....how that stuck in my mind only reminds-me of the true meaning of real love.
Take care of my brother up there and thank you for your words of wisdom which I think of about everday

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you! I miss you, I miss you, I miss you, I do!
Man dad, I really could have used you in my life this week. We had some construction done in our home and the paint job was atrocious! You never would have left someone's home that way! Needless to say they "tried" to fix it but I'm putting on my painting clothes to do touch ups today, on your birthday. I'll be thinking of you though!

Happy Birthday Dave!!

I woke up with you on my mind, go figure it's August 13th! Another year, wow, where does the time go? I hope you are having a big piece of strawberry shortcake with Kimmy and the folks. You all are missed today and always. Some days it just looms larger than others...today is one of those days.

Happy birthday brother! xoxoxo Ty

Happy Birthday, my Brother....you've been foremost in my mind these past few weeks as I prepare to ride another metric century on the 21st (memories of 2010). I feel your presence encouraging me to keep my cadence just right, and remember you grinding up Rock Store Grade and Metcalf. You will always be an inspiration. Miss you and your wisdom. I'm hoping there are bikes where you are!