I remember him being a good friend when I was younger. I wish I could have connected with him later in life and it hurts to know he passed so early. He truly was such a kind soul and even when we lost touch over the years, when I heard he passed I was sad. It's kind of crazy that I randomly thought of him but I hope he finds peace and maybe one day, I will see him again in the afterlife and rekindle our friendship.
He's somewhere in the sunlight strong,
His tears are in the falling rain,
He calls me in the wind's soft song,
And with the flowers he comes again.
Yon bird is but his messenger,
The moon is but his silver car;
Yea! Sun and moon are sent by him,
And every wistful waiting star.
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"Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal,
love leaves a memory no one can steal"
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"It's not the years in your life, but the life in your years"
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Charitable donations can be made in David's name to the Nature Conservancy at www.nature.org/memorialgiving.
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Leave a TributeI remember him being a good friend when I was younger. I wish I could have connected with him later in life and it hurts to know he passed so early. He truly was such a kind soul and even when we lost touch over the years, when I heard he passed I was sad. It's kind of crazy that I randomly thought of him but I hope he finds peace and maybe one day, I will see him again in the afterlife and rekindle our friendship.
I am always reminded of you when I see sunflowers. Missing you today, remembering your birthday and the joy you brought
Antoine de Saint Exupery
We think about you all the time and miss you Dave.
Love,
The Austin Family
--Albert Schweitzer
As I see it, David's spirit continues to ignite many and will forever endure, especially in you, his incredible and loving family who share that flame...
This year has brought a major shift in the lives of your family and friends. Our loss brings renewed pain on this anniversary of that day in july when we heard the news. You live on in our memories. Love, annie
Its crazy hot around here these days. Which reminds me of the time, in weather just like this, when we talked about the joys of jumping in lake surperior. The next we heard, you and a car full of buddies had driven to the yoop to do just that. We miss your smile, your laugh, and your adventurous soul. Love, uncle jim
I havent written to you until now. I miss you so much. I think about you every single day. The toughest part hasnt been the days that have passed, it is the thought of there being so many left without you.
David I love you. Today we picked out an Oak tree for you and I'm so happy about that. You're always on my mind, always. With Love, Ma
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I remember him being a good friend when I was younger. I wish I could have connected with him later in life and it hurts to know he passed so early. He truly was such a kind soul and even when we lost touch over the years, when I heard he passed I was sad. It's kind of crazy that I randomly thought of him but I hope he finds peace and maybe one day, I will see him again in the afterlife and rekindle our friendship.
I am always reminded of you when I see sunflowers. Missing you today, remembering your birthday and the joy you brought









I'm so sad to just learn of David's passing. I went to Hugger and Hart with him (and rode the same bus) but moved to another school district after 7th grade and never saw him again. He was such a smart kid, funny too. It sounds like he had a very full, if short, life. He certainly made an impression, even at a young age. I wish I could have known him as an adult too. I'm so sorry that you lost him so young.
July 3, 2015 we celebrate David all day and late into the evening. This was a David style day with wonderful friends and outdoors for easily 24 hours! John and Paul swimming, music, boating to Detroit and back, lots of food and drink and a late night Bon fire into the wee hours. Kyle with his lighted frisbee made the back yard come alive! We all love the memories and miss you, so much. Miss your smile and hugs.
Life
David I only knew you as a baby and toddler, but even then you were so full of joy of life that I find it difficulty to imagine the world withou you in it.