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Faithful, it's my sad duty to inform you that Capt. Dave passed away this morning.

Fair winds, friend.

UV

So sorry to hear........

Fairwell DAVE

Harry Babb

Sad news indeed, UV... Dave was a really good guy & good friend to many of us here. He'll be missed greatly...

Rest in Peace, Captain Dave



Best regards,

Patrick

Rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon you forever my friend.

Oh God, how awful! We all admired the spirit in which he addressed his illness and the treatments he was taking. Our condolences go out not only to his family, but to all of us as he truly was a "Faithful". Walter

Very sad, indeed. Wish I had been able to meet him in person, seemed to be quite a guy.

I never met or corresponded with Dave, but I always admired the shining optimism that came through so clearly in all his posts. It seems to me that he went through a really rough time and handled himself in a way that would make anyone proud. I think the guys on the bord gave him alot of support and it was on of the few fun places he got to go in the last little while

Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For though from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.

God speed Dave.

I met Dave this past summer. I also admired his strength and will to fight. Best wishes to his family.

At times like this I can never think of appropriate words. Another great guy is gone.. and there will always be a void.

Smooth sailing and fair seas Dave.

Dave helped me alot when I was building my lift. I will miss him.

I will keep Dave and his Family in my Prayers.

Remember everyone Life is short and there is no guarentee you'll see tomorrow so enjoy everyday like it's your last.

RussP

GOD BLESS DAVE & HIS FAMILY.

DQ

Wow that is so sad. He is fishing on Gods 31 now.

I just came across his business card last night and thought it was awhile since we heard from him.

A true gentleman and will be missed, my prayers go to his family.

I believe his last post was November 25th.

It bouyed me as I thought if he were well enough to be reading, things might well be improving. Perhaps they were that day.

Dave, I wish you well, and know that you are still here in spirit, despite the fact you aren't at the keyboard anymore. I know you are still reading, and with us all.

You have been quite a help, inspiration, ear, provider of advice, and friend to all of us at one time or another. You handled your challenges with grace and the fight of a champion. I admire you, and miss your words and presence.

We will all see you sooner or later, and until then, tight lines and my thoughts go out to your family. To the Kosh family, I wish for you strength, and happiness. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your special person.

Dug

Well, what a damn shame. Although we've never met, I was sure his strength and optimism would pull him through this. I'll try to find his obit. and see where he will be resting.

Rest in peace Dave.

Dick

Sorry to Hear this. Tragic news.

Rest in Peace.

I am sad to hear this news. Rest in Peace Capt Dave.

Garry

Oh no!! And I had great hopes that he was going to lick it!! I can't believe he is gone!! He will be greatly missed. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. So sad!!

very sorry to hear that....

Rest in peace Dave, my prayers are with your family.

I'm sorry I never had the chance to meet Dave, his post were always positive and encouraging. Dave "fought the good fight"

I hope when my time comes I display the courage that Dave had.

Rest In Peace Dave,

Our thoughts an prayers are with you and your family

br,
JohnD

dug i think he chime in on a topic i posted and from that post it seam like he had his wits about him.i take that as hopefully he didn`t suffer at the end.i sure will missed him as well as the rest of his fratenal 31 bertram brothers.we lost a great human being.death be not proud rest in peace.

I never had the opportunity to correspond with Dave, but this one is a suprise, I thought by his last few posts he was going to get a run that would let him enjoy doing what he loved. He will be missed. My prayers go out to his family. Tony Meola

Sad. Rest in peace Dave.

I join the group in this sad day and wish the family all the best in these trying times.

very sad indeed, my prayers go out to his family. dave sounded so up beat, this is a shock to me

Alone I will not be

My comfort will come from the sea.

The stillness of calm waves will
Gently drift by

I will be as one with the sea.

When the sun sets on the ocean blue, remember me as I will always remember you.

As the sun rises…go live life as full as can be

Apart…you and me…but be at peace for I am free

My condolances to Dave's family, he will be missed by all of the faithfull sandbox members, his wit and wisdom will be missed but not forgotten.

His passing surprises me because the courage and optimism in his most recent posts led me to believe he was going to beat the cancer. Though we never met, I truly admire him.

Eddy G.

Very sorry to hear this news. I will miss his posts. Rest in peace, Dave

As a child sitting in a restaurant I kept looking from left to right at the entrees and the prices. Suddenly having that feeling that I was being watched I looked up to see my father looking at me with that wry smile. He nodded at the menu and said, "you never know . . . order the lobster."

Life's short, fish hard. Order the lobster.
Miss you Dave.

A sad day indeed. Dave's wit and personality will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Fair winds and calm seas ....my friiend!

Sad news indeed.

Like many of you, I never met Capt Dave face to face, but somehow this board makes me feel as if I have met him. His most recent posts gave me the same hope that they apparently gave to many of you. Unfortunately, another good man has left us.

Again; so sorry to hear this news.

Rit

For those that may have missed it, we have started a fund drive for the site in Dave's name to be an annual event.

Please consider dropping some $$$ Patrick's way in Dave's name. He will be missed.

Patrick also posted Dave's family contact information under the appropriate thread so people may be able to send cards, notes etc.

Dug

My sincere condolences to Capt. Dave's family on this very sad occasion.

Nic

I had the pleasure of spending a weekend with both Dave and Kevin during our hastily organized (but still fun) Bertram owners "event" last May at Hawks Cay. I can tell you from our brief time together that he loved the time spent with friends aboard his Bertram, and we had a super weekend of fellowship even though fishing was slow.

At the time, he was in remission and confident of his chances, but it just reinforces what we all know deep down-life is short. Go fishing more often, because tomorrow you could wake up dead.

RIP Dave.

JB

sorry to hear about Dave ,He was in the mould of best boat ever built, He was best kind of guy. three years ago I posted on this site that I was going to our place in Fla. close to where Dave lives ,I did not know Dave, yet he gave me his phone number I called him, he offered to take me fishing and boating while I was in Fla. do to events I was unable to take him up on his hospitality . Dave may the road rise up to meet you. may the wind be always be at your back. may the sun shine warm upon your face. and rain fall soft upon your fields. untill we meet. may God hold you in the hollow of his hand . God bless.

May he be carried to God on the wings of an angel.... RIP-

I picked this up on the News-Press over at Fort Myers this morning.

David F. Kosh

Obituary

David F. Kosh, 58, passed away on December 6, 2007. David was born on July 7, 1949 in Braddock, PA to John and Theresa Kosh. He lived in Pittsburgh, PA before he moved to Florida in 1980. David was a veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was of the Protestant faith and was a member of the American Radio Relay Club and the South West Anglers Club.

David was a T.V. broadcasting engineer for Waterman Broadcasting for 27 years, he enjoyed fishing and was a HAM radio operator.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years Marsha D., a sister Charlotte (Lee) Steimer, and nephew Stuart Steimer. He is also survived by a brother and sister-in-law John and Sharon Ross.

A funeral service will be held on Monday December 10, 2007 at 1:00PM at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens visitation will be from 11:00AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Westminister Presbyterian Church or Hope Hospice would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens, 936-0555.

www.fortmyersmemorialgardens.com

This is just across the river from me so I'll go over to the garden on Monday.

Dick

Dick,

Thanks for going over... Please convey my personal condolences to Marsha & also from of the members of our website.

Best regards and thanks again,

Patrick

R.I.P. Capt.

God Bless to Capt. Dave..Lost a good friend to cancer and take a piece of him hunting and fishing every time...the peace the ocean and woods bring give comfort to those left behind... Bertrams rule the blue in heaven too..

Dick,

Please pass on my condolences, and those of the group.

Two years ago Thanksgiving one of my fishing mentors and good friends passed away to bladder cancer. I was happy because I knew his suffering had been extreme. I spoke at his funeral, and was lucky enough to have been entrusted to make the box in which his ashes were buried. One solid piece of teak, matching grain, with brass hinges and clasp. It was fitting of the man.

This summer I had two trips offshore. Never enough, but I took what I could get, and have been dreaming of them since! Boat was loaded with my closest friends each time. First trip we got the 10' blue marlin. Second trip we had 4 albacore and the 150 lb. bigeye. First time for both fish.

Both fish were caught on rods that had been Gil's.

He is with us, has been with us, and has never left us. I sure as heck know he was fishing with us this summer!

Dug

Well all, I attended Dave's service today and met Marsha Kosh, Dave's sister Charlotte and her husband. The room in the funeral home filled up to near capacity with family, friends and people from Dave's church. It was a great service and in the end Dave was turned over to a Navy Honor Guard to go to his final resting place.

I conveyed the condolences from his friends and members of the sand box. Marsha seemed to appreciate the attendance of someone from one of Dave's haunts. I told her that I regret that I couldn't keep my promise to Dave and that was to take him out for a beer or something when he beat the big "C". I also told her she could check in with us from time to time.

Dick

It is always hard to loose a fellow shipmate. My heart is deeply saddened and may God bring strength and courage to his family and friends during this most difficult period. Adios amigo. r/ Roland