David was a true gentleman, and a symbol of a golden age of Air Cargo, when the pressures and imperatives of this stressful business were not allowed to get in the way of loyalties, friendships and camarederie. It’s little wonder that he and his BCAL team were held in such respect and affection.
The clinical, computerised industry of today has lost its soul and lost its way. Much could be learned from the example of David and his peers: they made more money, and also had more fun doing it. Progress is not always for the better.
Angela Charlton
22nd June 2010
My first recollection of David was in the 60's at BUA when he visited us each week in the Gatwick cargo office to collect the "pineapple airwaybill"!!! from the Africargo flight. There followed a wonderful relationship. It was a great pleasure to work for David. A true gentleman and a very kind and supportive boss. I will miss you David. God bless.
Angela Charlton
25th May 2010
David and I came to know each other best as young adults, often meeting at Gatwick where he smoothed the way for my parents, his Uncle Bob and Aunt Audrey, as they set off for Singapore and Australia.
I have many happy memories of David. One of my favourites is when I arrived at Gleneagles from the US for a business meeting. An intriguing message was waiting for me as I checked in. The message asked me to call a certain room for a surprise. To my delight, David answered.
It was a wonderful coincidence that we were there together, and we made the most of it.
I will miss David greatly.
Tim Sear
Angela Charlton
26th April 2010