I wish there was more I could do and/or say to make you all feel better, but there�s nothing anyone can say. I lost my father very unexpectedly nine years ago and it took more than a year before the lump in the throat went away whenever I thought of him. Just know this, that lump in your throat will go away, too, but your memories of Dave will last forever. Treasure them all.
Sincerely,
Gerry Galipault
Im from connecticut and i have seen many shows from springheeled jack wether it was the tune inn, sting, toads or the webster , i have been a big fan and you really sent me in the right direction in forms of life. i think we should put on a tribute show and im sure there are a lot of ska ct bands and former ct ska bands that broke up that will do a tribute show for the scholarship and lets get this done , we can do it and i will be any help you need just let me know.
vinny
Dear friends,
My name is Jaime. I have known David my entire life, 24 years. Cindy and Andy Karcich are my godparents and my sister and I grew up with David. Though there were no blood relations, we always called each other cousins, and friends.
David was born only two months after my older sister, so my mom and David�s mom raised their children together. My sister used to tell me stories of how David used to bite her on the arms all the time and leave teeth marks! And his mom used to bite him back! How funny is that?!
I can remember as a small child, walking into his room at home, in CT, and hearing the J.Giles Band, �Centerfold�. To this day, I always think of him when I hear it on the radio-it�s not often, but I actually heard it last Thursday. On Friday, I called a local rock station (95.1 in Danbury CT) and dedicated the song to him. I bawled my eyes out, but felt it was a small way that I could honor him and the childhood memories we have. David always had his drums on display and was more than happy to put on a show.
The older we became, the less we saw each other-unfortunately, that�s the way life happens sometimes. It wasn�t until my mom�s wake and funeral in December 2000 that I had the chance to see David again after so many years. At my fathers retirement party last summer, David came with his parents and it was as if we hadn�t lost any time.
He was upset about his girlfriend breaking up with him, and I, about still being unattached myself, and so we drank our faces off and decided that we should just up and move to Switzerland! We had a blast together! We exchanged phone numbers and talked a few times, trying to make plans, but the band was off to Europe and then I went on vacation and then I moved and soon enough, he moved to Brooklyn.
I feel very guilty and sad that we didn�t get the chance to meet up again, as we had planned several times. I also regret that I never got the chance to hear him perform with any of his bands.
It�s a heartbreaking, difficult time to understand. Life is simply not fair. David was such a free spirit-an extremely independent individual who loved life, laughing, and making music. I�m sure he plays a gold or platinum and diamond set of drums up there, and has an even bigger following than he did down here.
I hope I�ve been able to share some memories of long ago that some of you might have never known about.
David, I will miss you terribly.
Thank you,
Jaime Kalman
when i read that caption, my stomach dropped. i dont even know him but in a way i kinda do. listening to his music made me feel happy and i am sure it will for years to come. my condolences.
sincerely,
dave�s fan
My deepest and warmest condolensces go out to Dave�s family. I had the pleasure of playing many shows with Dave when he was in Spring Heeled Jack and we toured together when I was in The Smooths. I have many great memories of laughing together, exchanging drumming tips, and just in general having a great time. It is a great tragedy to lose someone so talented and genuine. He was a true gentleman, a great drummer, and a good friend to be around for the short time I got to enjoy his company. I wish his family and friends all the best, and know that he and his music will live on. He leaves behind a great legacy of music that will not be forgotten. Thank you Dave for all the good times, and I�ll see ya later on...
Sincerely,
Tom Gilhuley
Hello... I am the daughter of a teacher at Central High, and also a long time fan of Dave�s old band, Spring Heeled Jack. I just wanted to write in to express my condolances, and to let you know that Dave will be greatly missed by many people, including those who did not know him well on a personal level, but appreciated his music. He had a great talent which had a positive effect on a great number of CT�s youth during the 90�s, and he will not be forgotten.
Sincerely,
Alisia Jezierny
i ve never heard of these bands, but i do know what its like to lose a loved one and the helplessness you feel. you have my deepest condolences and regrets.
Sincerely,
Tom Monk