Tuesday, July 23, 2024
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My name is Stacey Williams. I worked with David for many years at New Jersey Education Association and was proud to call him a dear friend. My fondest memories with David were of spending time in his office chatting about what he loved most -- family. David always spoke with great pride of his sons (there was hardly any room in his office for me once his chest puffed out full of love and stories of the great things his sons were accomplishing). Some time later I transferred to our Flemington office and David would join our little group working from there; we welcomed David with open arms and always enjoyed his professionalism and company. I will never forget getting my only parking ticket in Flemington the day we went to lunch! We laughed about it. I eventually retired and lost touch with everyone but those who mattered to me always live on in my memories. David and I spoke during the Covid-19 lockdown and caught up rather quickly. I learned he grew his hair out and took up playing harmonica; of course visions of Woodstock came to mind. He sounded absolutely thrilled in his new journey and I was overjoyed for him. I received a call from a friend a few weeks ago who told me of David's health issue -- I was devastated. Not knowing what to say to someone so wonderful and kind, I dialed his number and said, "David! My friend!" The conversation was difficult in subject matter but as easy as it had always been. David was in rehab hoping to be released in a few days. We spoke of his sons, greater family accomplishments, and his absolute resolve to fight. He said he would and he did. David was a man of his word. We ended with becoming Facebook friends and David meeting my new cat, Laila, by text message. I told David Laila would also keep him company. David agreed to speak again when he was able and we exchanged friendly "I Love You, Friend" words in parting. I am deeply saddened by David's passing. My deepest condolences to the Rosenberg's and all who loved him. --Stacey Williams
