Condolence: To the whole Gear Family, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. We grew up neighbors on Dellinger Ave. in Batavia, NY, I remember Dave and his older brother Bill, so very well, we only lived 2 houses away and I spent many a day and hours at their house. Dave had a heart of gold and was a great guy. As he got older he even became more friendly, I will never forget him, nor his whole family, cause they were the best friends and neighbors anyone could could ever hope to have, RIP Dave, and I wii never forget you. All my love to you and your wonderful family. Tony Palloni

Condolence: Dearest Mary Ellen and family, Brian just recently let me know about your David's passing. I am so very, very sorry. Long, long ago Mary Ellen you made a special imprint on my heart. Though we never saw each other very often, whenever we did, you always remembered my name and made a point of speaking with me with great kindness. I have always thought of you as such a lovely and loving woman and how fortunate your family is to have you! But now your heart needs help. Please know that others are sending love and tenderly holding your heart in this time of sorrow until healing can come. Much love to you, Nancy Wright Liverpool, NY

Condolence: Mary Ellen, I don't know if you remember me or not, we we're neighbors on North Street in Leicester, NY and I also worked with you at DSS. I'm saddened to hear of your loss. May you find the strength to get you and your family thru this difficult time. God Bless! Sharon

Condolence: Dear Mary Ellen, Ruth and family, So sorry to hear this sad news. I haven't spent much time around Dave in a while but it's hard to forget his always happy and genuine personality. Jim March

Condolence: My deepest condolences to the Gear Family. May you find comfort in God's promise to soon "swallow up death forever" and to "wipe away the tears from all our faces" (Isaiah 25:8)

Condolence: Dear Family, It is very sad to hear this news. This picture you have selected of Dave is a perfect one that says it all about him. I was blessed and had the pleasure of working with David at Livingston-Wyoming Arc. I can still see him walking down the hall way or sitting out front socializing with all of us as well as the Individuals. He could make you smile on your worst days. I truly have missed him here. My deepest condolences to all you but Dave will be someone that many will long remember. My thoughts and prayers are with all you.