All Condolences -

30 years. That''s how long I got to spend with you dad, and it isn''t nearly long enough. We had our ups, and our downs. We laughed. We fought. We celebrated. Through it all, I know you only ever wanted what was best for me. We both really made an effort the last couple of years to get along, and I''m really glad we did because that''s all I ever wanted. There were times that we went years without speaking to each other, and each time that happened it was because we said unspeakable things to one another. If I could take those things back, I would do it a million times over. If I could go back and spend more time with you, I would do that a million times over as well. It was hard to see you suffer for as long as you did, especially since I looked at you like you were invincible. There was nothing that could stop you from doing what you wanted, and I''ll always see you in that light. Whether we were laughing or fighting, you always knew just what to say to me to put my mind at ease. Hopefully one day I can make you proud of me, but in the end, I know you loved me, and I will always love you.
— Eric David Speziale

Connie and I wish to offer our condolences on the passing of Dave. Spez was truly one of the nicest people in our lives during the ''70s. We lost touch since those days as happens. When we heard of his illness from our friend, Jeff, we were so sorry and hoped for the best. Please accept our sympathy at this difficult time and know the world is worse without Spez in it.
— Gary and Connie Colosimo

I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Speziale Family on the loss of their patriarch. Dave was one of my closest of friends. I will mourn his passing deeply. Truly a man among men distinctive in purpose, outlook and manner of conducting his life, Dave often guided me over the years with his wisdom. He was my brother. When we spoke in December, he said he may be headed to Valhalla soon and I told him he was as tough as a boot and that Valhalla could wait. The last words I said to him were that I loved him, His reply was, "I love you too, Donnie B." To my brother Dave: God speed, Spiz! Happy that you''re out of pain. Now start getting things sorted out in the here after for the rest of us! God bless ya, lad!
— Don Butler

My sincerest sympathies to Dave''s wife and family, I''m so saddened to get this news! Dave was a great friend for many years - especially in high school - and had a terrific sense of humor. Good man, good friend, will be missed by so many!
— Cathy Thompson Langella

Mark & family. David was a special friend to both my husband Jerry and me for YEARS. He was the brother I always wanted. He could do just about anything a person needed in the way of home maintenance, woodworking, painting, staining, plumbing...but electrical...he say "no way baby" He will be missed and I hope he meets up with my Jerry in heaven and has a great time. God rest his soul. I loved him a LOT!
— Bev Hull

I am so sorry to hear that Spez has passed. He was truly a brother to me and my brother, Joe. He lived with my family for quite a few years. My parents loved him and thought of him as thier son. Over the past few years we talked often about the old times. And what great times they were. It breaks my heart that we didn''t get to BS one more time. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
— Jeff Wood

Donna, Mark, Eric and family. I''m so sorry to hear of David''s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.. Keep the good memories close and he will always be with you.
— Barb Burgess