A sobering and bittersweet time for us all as we remember a gentle man whose thoughtful comments and kind responses made those of us who are less technically adept feel better about ourselves as we enjoyed this hobby. David had a special gift for getting knowledge across without being pedantic or patronizing. I, along with many, will miss his guidance and reassurance. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with his family. John

I totally agree with those words. My sincere condolences to his family. We have all lost a great freind.

There was one member I always enjoyed and trusted reading his advice and seeing his post. That man was Opa. I've spent a lot of time looking at posts and searching when I was on FS9, and Opa was the man that I saw the most. His posts were always respectful and reaching out to help and share with the community.Like many of us I didn't personally know him, but Opa was a part of this community and it really hurt to learn and know that he has passed away. My prayers go out to his family.

This is really very sad news! My sincere condolences to the family.R.I.P., Opa! Wolfgang

I spoke with David more that a few times over the years as he was helping me or I was helping him. It's sad to login and read this. Rest in peace Dave we'll all miss you.

Guys, I was shocked to hear the sad news of David. He has helped me several times and I echo what others have said he was always helpful and certainly new his stuff about anything computer related or FS related. Rgds Jason

I saw many post of him helping some other that find it helpful for myself ... Condolences to his families and friends Rest in peace - OPA

This is incredibly sad news indeed, my condolences. :(

I hope Avsim management will consider establishing some sort of flight simming "memorial" (in whatever form) for truly one of the most prolific and helpful simmers to ever grace our hobby.

So much of what I've learned about flight simming has come straight from Opa.Always patient, generous and friendly with a great sense of humor. We'll miss you.

This was indeed very shocking news. The Flight Sim community lost a true gem of a member in Opa. He will be truly missed. Condolences to his family and friends, my thoughts and prayers are with them during this sad time.

This is awful news. "Opa" was the epitome of a grandfather in this hobby; his kindly, non-judgmental manner must have helped thousands over the years. For me, he was a fixture, one of the familiar friendly faces of "Avsim". I will for sure miss his smiling picture on the left side of the page.Condolences to everyone whose lives he touched, and especially to his personal family. A sad and sudden loss to us all.

"Come dance with the west wind,And touch all the mountain tops,Sail o'er the canyons, and up to the stars,And reach for the heavens, and hope for the future,And all that we can be, not what we are."

-John Denver

Fly long, fast and forever free my friend.

Clutch

This is awful news. "Opa" was the epitome of a grandfather in this hobby; his kindly, non-judgmental manner must have helped thousands over the years. For me, he was a fixture, one of the familiar friendly faces of "Avsim". I will for sure miss his smiling picture on the left side of the page.Condolences to everyone whose lives he touched, and especially to his personal family. A sad and sudden loss to us all.

I could not have said it better Paul :-(

I am very sorry to hear this. He helped me out on countless occasions. RIP.

This is very sad news indeed. I've seen Opa's name for many many years in this hobby and on many occasions made use of his contributions. He was always providing information and tutorials (Tips and Tricks) or creating cool things (navigation gauges and scenery) to help others. He is truly missed already.