The passing of a friend

[herveus]

RIP David Mallinak

David Mallinak died peacefully around 3:15 AM Wednesday at University of Maryland Medical Center. His sister Sandy was with him.

Arrangements are being made. He wanted to be cremated and his ashes scattered at Fort Lincoln Cemetery (site of the Battle of Bladensburg, War of 1812). I don't know if we will be able to do this, but if it's at all possible, I will make it happen.

As soon as I find out more details, I will let people know. Thanks for your friendship and support throughout these trying times.

Kathy Norvell

At least he didn't linger painfully. I'm holding Kathy, and Dave's family in the light.

Comments

[the-mishka.livejournal.com]

I only crossed paths with him occasionally so I don't really know his family or too many of his friends but he was such a lovely and all around fun guy. I'm so sorry for his loss to his family, friends and community.

David

[(Anonymous)]

Our Nutcracker Suite performances are this weekend. We had already chosen David's Christmas card from last year as the cover of our program and dedicated the performances to him. We will now have a moment of silence to remember our beloved "Uncle Drosselmyer".
David, your PYB family will miss your smiles and gentle spirit in class.

please post details

[(Anonymous)]

Hi - I knew David from ballet class and productions of NUTCRACKER. I'm so saddened by the news. I haven't danced in a few months, so it breaks my heart that I've just found out he was so ill. I await info on any services or donations I can make. He was a great guy and a wonderful colleage. I will miss him. Thanks so much for posting this blog so I can reach out to other people who knew him. -- Becky(rgocampo@yahoo.com)

A Celebration of David Mallinak's life

[herveus.livejournal.com]

Please join us for a celebration of David's life Saturday November 22 @ 2:30
PM at Riversdale Mansion (see link below). Costume or military kit is
optional. Music is welcome. Please send any photos you have of David to Debbie
Barlow at _OCDancer at verizon.net_ (mailto:OCDancer at verizon.net) . She is putting
together a website to commemorate him.

http://www.pgparks.com/places/eleganthistoric/riversdale_intro.html

For more information, please contact Kathy Norvell at [contact me at my email address on my info page].

Kathy