David's Memorial Site
Special thanks to Jason for putting this together for his family.
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Meeting David for the First Time
I remember meeting David for the first time very distinctly. It was Winter 2001 and Tammie and I had recently started dating. A day of tubing was planned and we all met at Kristen's old house on Burnside. It was an awkward moment, (being the new guy) meeting all of Tammie's friends. Not in a bad way, but you always feel a little out of your element when you meet a new group of closely knit friends. Peggy was living with Kristen at the time, and Tammie was already at Kristen's place. Tammie made the intial introductions and Shanin mentioned David would be right in because he was in the Jeep "shaving". When I finally met David I told him he missed a spot, (to which he laughed), but then checked in the mirror to be sure.
Tammie and I rode with Shanin and David up to the mountain. And my roomate at the time, Arron, rode up in the other car. After we piled into the Jeep, David asked what was up with my roomate's grandpa car. I started lauging and soon everyone joined in, (Arron recently got a Chrysler 300). I couldn't figure it out either, and we started to hash the demographics of a typical Chrysler 300 owner. "I think so and so's Grandpa has one..." and so on. I soon found out David and I could talk about cars ad naseum, a topic we both enjoyed.
So this is a rare moment when I had a camera in hand on the first day I met someone. In this case that person was David, and I feel fortunate to have these photos now...
Tammie and the new boyfriend, (I wonder how long I was called that?)
Shanin and David after falling backwards into deep, powdery snow drift.
Tammie laughs as Shanin and David struggle to get up...
Part of the group tubing that day.
(L2R) Tammie, David, Shanin, Peggy & Arron
We miss you already David! -Jorge
Tammie and I rode with Shanin and David up to the mountain. And my roomate at the time, Arron, rode up in the other car. After we piled into the Jeep, David asked what was up with my roomate's grandpa car. I started lauging and soon everyone joined in, (Arron recently got a Chrysler 300). I couldn't figure it out either, and we started to hash the demographics of a typical Chrysler 300 owner. "I think so and so's Grandpa has one..." and so on. I soon found out David and I could talk about cars ad naseum, a topic we both enjoyed.
So this is a rare moment when I had a camera in hand on the first day I met someone. In this case that person was David, and I feel fortunate to have these photos now...
We miss you already David! -Jorge
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Remembering David, by Julie Lasher (Ouche)
The night before he left for Ohio:
I remember David the most for his laugh and his smile. The first time I met him in 2002 I remember it and the last time I saw him the night before he was leaving for Ohio I still feel it. He just glowed. We were at an event called prom and he came by to drop something off and all of us ran out to see him. I remember I sprinted yelling at Herbert, “David’s here”. And I remember the hug we shared, I will carry that feeling with me always. It was long heart felt hug that I am not sure that I have ever received. Maybe I have, but this one stuck with me right after it happened till now. It was comforting. And that is how David was very comforting, very sweet.
Roller skating:
When I choose roller skating for my bachelorette I didn’t know that not only had Herbert never been on skates, but he had also never been on anything that rolled. On our way to the rink Herbert kept on saying I am not skating. I said please everyone is expecting you to skate. Your guy friends and all of my friends. When I went to get my skates there was Herbert sitting there without skates looking not so happy. Well, I noticed David for sure encourage him to skate. The next thing I knew I turned around and there Herbert was trying to stand up in his skates. I tried to help him out, but you know men, they always want to do things themselves not be helped by their girls. The next thing I knew there he was being helped by a friend of mine and shortly after he fell on top of her David took over. He was holding Herbert’s hand I think. Really what guy would do this for a friend? He didn’t even know Herbert that well. They were practicing in the beginner’s area where there is a little track and bars to hold onto because Herbert was falling all over the place. I love this picture. David was always there to lend a hand. And I believe in heaven he will be lending hands to us on earth and to those in heaven. It was a gift that he had and he used it.
My wedding:
Shanin was not sure that they would make it because David might have had to leave for surgery. They made it though. August 20, 2006 at Lakeside Gardens. I just remember David’s face, he looked so happy. And when I headed over to their table we took this picture. I am so happy to have had the chance to get to know David even though our meeting did not happen until much later than I wished. I had the opportunity to meet an amazing guy and I would not give up that time for the world.
I remember David the most for his laugh and his smile. The first time I met him in 2002 I remember it and the last time I saw him the night before he was leaving for Ohio I still feel it. He just glowed. We were at an event called prom and he came by to drop something off and all of us ran out to see him. I remember I sprinted yelling at Herbert, “David’s here”. And I remember the hug we shared, I will carry that feeling with me always. It was long heart felt hug that I am not sure that I have ever received. Maybe I have, but this one stuck with me right after it happened till now. It was comforting. And that is how David was very comforting, very sweet.
Roller skating:
When I choose roller skating for my bachelorette I didn’t know that not only had Herbert never been on skates, but he had also never been on anything that rolled. On our way to the rink Herbert kept on saying I am not skating. I said please everyone is expecting you to skate. Your guy friends and all of my friends. When I went to get my skates there was Herbert sitting there without skates looking not so happy. Well, I noticed David for sure encourage him to skate. The next thing I knew I turned around and there Herbert was trying to stand up in his skates. I tried to help him out, but you know men, they always want to do things themselves not be helped by their girls. The next thing I knew there he was being helped by a friend of mine and shortly after he fell on top of her David took over. He was holding Herbert’s hand I think. Really what guy would do this for a friend? He didn’t even know Herbert that well. They were practicing in the beginner’s area where there is a little track and bars to hold onto because Herbert was falling all over the place. I love this picture. David was always there to lend a hand. And I believe in heaven he will be lending hands to us on earth and to those in heaven. It was a gift that he had and he used it.
My wedding:
Shanin was not sure that they would make it because David might have had to leave for surgery. They made it though. August 20, 2006 at Lakeside Gardens. I just remember David’s face, he looked so happy. And when I headed over to their table we took this picture. I am so happy to have had the chance to get to know David even though our meeting did not happen until much later than I wished. I had the opportunity to meet an amazing guy and I would not give up that time for the world.
A Wonderful Young Man
I will never forget the many times David would be at our house with a group of Holly's church friends, just hanging out. Even though I enjoyed the entire group that would come over, I do have to say that David was my favorite!! He was always such a joy to be around. I remember when Holly introduced David to Shanin and how their relationship progressed and blossomed. Then it was a joy when David finally asked Shanin to marry him, and I was honored to be asked to help with the wedding flowers. David will be greatly missed here in the physical, but he will always be present with us in our memories and his spirit. We are all blessed to have had David in our lives. Jeannette Hall ( Holly's Mom)
John & Sharon Hinds
Our memories are of David are short, but very special. We met David through our daughter, Kristen. I still remember his great smile. We were immediately drawn to him. He knew that John played golf & coached the PSU golf team, so he would always want to tell John how he played on a certain day. He remembered every shot and would wait for John's praise on how he played. David had a wonderful sense of humor and truly could light up any room. For whatever reason, we were blessed to have him for only a short time. We need to remember his warm spirt and carry him with us always. We know he is watching over us.....so David rest well until we see you again. Sharon & John
Birthdays
Ben Andrews sent some of his favorite memories of David to share...
The day we met in 2002, we figured out that our births were very similar: We were born on the same...YEAR; MONTH; DAY; HOUR; HOSPITAL; DOCTOR; Last names ANDREW and ANDREWS
Each year we would talk several time a day on our birthdays, April 19th. Mostly about how we share our birthday with the Waco disaster and the Oklahoma City bombings...
Knowing that I was able to spend time with David on his first night Portland; and also his last. FUTURE MEMORIES...I look forward to talking to him again on our birthday and remembering something much more positive, his life. —Ben
The day we met in 2002, we figured out that our births were very similar: We were born on the same...YEAR; MONTH; DAY; HOUR; HOSPITAL; DOCTOR; Last names ANDREW and ANDREWS
Each year we would talk several time a day on our birthdays, April 19th. Mostly about how we share our birthday with the Waco disaster and the Oklahoma City bombings...
Knowing that I was able to spend time with David on his first night Portland; and also his last. FUTURE MEMORIES...I look forward to talking to him again on our birthday and remembering something much more positive, his life. —Ben
Monday, October 02, 2006
Summer Zoo Concert
Pink Martini's For Everyone! Our evening at the Oregon Zoo Concert featuring Pink Martini this past August 2005. It is always a bit of a production, but we all had fun-complete with a picnic and great live music.
The Juliano Family: Tammie, Jaisa & Jorge
The Birmans: Kyle & Holly
The Concert Goers...
The Andrews!
Smooch!
D
So, the emotions we are all feeling run the gamut. Personally, I find myself reflecting on David's humor, quirks, good nature and talent. On a lighter side I remember being with David and Shanin at a garage sale we were having at my house. (the garage sale was suppose to raise extra money to pay for wedding expenses... I think we all made less than $100). Anyhow... during some down time, David found a book we were selling and in that book was a test you could take to see if you could qualify to be a member of Mensa. (Mensa International is basically an organization for highly intelligent folks) David, of course, excitedly took the test. As you may imagine, the test consisted of mind-benders, math problems, recognizing patterns within words, etc. The results showed that he could easily be a member of the Mensa organization. Shanin also took the test and scored high enough to be a member along with David. David cheered me on as I too took the test... the results showed that I could "apply" to be a member. We didn't really understand what that meant. "Does that mean they would look at your application and have pity on you?... I don't get it" David questioned. We all laughed so hard about it. Knowing David, it is no surprise he could have been a member of Mensa. He could calculate carpet measurements so quickly and operate a 10-key so fast that it would take the machine 10 seconds to catch up to his speed.
Omega
For All of David's Family and Friends.
To every end there is a a beginning. We have all lost someone that means a great deal to us. Part of me feels a little guilty that I get to keep on going, living my life as I am. But in reality you know David wants all of us to keep going. So this is a beginning, a humble point in space, in the billions of pages that make up the worldwide web, where we can share about and remember David.
Share your thoughts and pictures, your grief and your joy, share a prayer and a smile. A hug and a memory. Even leave David a note. We hope this blog will grow with the pictures and thoughts from all his loved ones and friends. And in time we can all return and remember David and all he gave us.
All my best,
J.
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