To say that Dave's legacy was his work with the radio station would be grossly underselling his positive impact on the lives of so many. Friendships were forged and career interests were sparked at WSUM/WLHA, and many of us have Dave to thank for that. He had the ability to make each of us feel special, that we were each his own protege. Dave was interested in and proud of who we became long after we left campus.

I was just one volunteer in the mid-1990s in a cast of thousands that have crossed paths with Dave over a period of nearly 30 years. And like so many others, I am proud to call Dave a mentor and a friend.