Director of Public Safety<\/em>
\n______________________________<\/p>\nI didn’t grow up Catholic but ended up at a small Catholic college. \u00a0All of the classes were set up to reflect and after all of these years what I took away from my collegiate experience is the 4 Franciscan Values of Peace and Justice, Dignity of the Individual, Reconciliation, and Responsible Stewardship. \u00a0Dave Plunkett, whether he ever knew it or not, embodied these values.<\/p>\n
Dave was always the first to help deescalate a situation, whether it be a fight among students or a disagreement among the Public Safety staff. Usually all he had to do was flash that big grin of his, whistle a merry tune, and the situation would be peacefully resolved. \u00a0Dave was also always willing to stand up for someone who he thought was being treated unfairly. \u00a0He did this for everyone: students, staff, or visitors everyone was treated justly or he worked for a just outcome for that person.<\/p>\n
There are many different types of people on the campus of Hudson Valley Community College a quick walk around campus is all you need to see this is true. \u00a0It didn’t matter who you were, Dave treated you with dignity and the utmost respect. \u00a0He took time to get to know the faculty, staff, and students on an individual level, something that doesn’t happen much\u00a0today\u00a0in our fast-paced social media filled world.<\/p>\n
Dave was a leader in the Public Safety Department and in a such a department there are many types of personalities to manage. \u00a0Sometimes in such a unit disagreements and misunderstandings happen. \u00a0If you ever had a problem with a coworker, Dave was there to talk to you about it and to help you and the coworker reconcile the problem. \u00a0Dave was always there if you had an issue with your pay check or needed guidance about a college policy or procedure. \u00a0Dave would bend over backwards to make sure you got the day off you needed or to help fill a shift when someone was sick. \u00a0Dave was always there for you with a kind ear, warm heart, and superb advice.<\/p>\n
Most of all, Dave Plunkett loved HVCC and the HVCC community. \u00a0He had to have to have stayed here for over 35 years! \u00a0Dave was the consummate ambassador of HVCC. \u00a0At the beginning of semesters, Dave was out putting up signs, cones, and directing traffic. Dave made the keys for the entire campus and took on the monumental tasks of keying new buildings and working with faculty and staff for common sense access control solutions. He could also be helping students find a litany of places around campus. \u00a0If it existed at HVCC, Dave knew where to find it or who to go ask. \u00a0Dave did whatever it took to make HVCC a better place and community, to represent HVCC in a positive manner.<\/p>\n
Although I know we can never fill the void left by Dave’s passing, I can hope that we can continue Dave’s legacy by exuding the professionalism, respect, and stewardship for HVCC Dave had, all with a warm smile and a merry tune.<\/p>\n
Amanda J. Miller-Kalbfliesh<\/strong>
\nCampus Peace Officer<\/em>
\n______________________________<\/p>\nThe Cardiorespiratory and Emergency Medicine Department is deeply saddened by the loss of Dave.\u00a0 He could always be counted on to assist us throughout the years without hesitation and\u00a0 he was happy to do so.\u00a0 We are fortunate to have known him and will forever remember his dedication and kindness.<\/p>\n
Patty Hyland
\n<\/strong>Department Chairperson, Cardiorespiratory and Emergency Medicine Respiratory
\n_____________________________<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nI worked at HVCC for a time in the late 1980s before returning in 2002. \u00a0Dave was always a pillar of strength on the campus. \u00a0His enthusiasm, love for and pride in his job, and all-around goodness<\/em> never wavered. \u00a0After his Chancellor’s Award acceptance speech last year, I sent him an email telling him how moving I had found his words to be. \u00a0He responded humbly, and said he had spoken from the heart. \u00a0If there’s an express lane to a better place, Dave is in it.<\/p>\nDave was a legend. \u00a0He loved to usher in the day each morning at HVCC and profoundly loved this college. \u00a0 RIP good man.<\/p>\n
Valerie Walden
\n<\/strong>Assistant Professor, Marvin Library
\n______________________________
\n<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nDave touched many of our lives over the years both on and off the HVCC campus. This is an unbelieveable loss to Dave’s family at home and his family here. To honor his memory, I offer two selections from my writing over the years entitled “Angels” and “Home”.<\/p>\n
ANGELS<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Lord said to his angels one day, seek the loved one below
\nBring my child to me, for the time has come \u2013 he must go
\nWith swift wings, you shall lightly trod
\nHigh above where eagles have flown
\nWhisper to the family left grieving
\nThat I will never leave them alone
\nThough they will question what I have done
\nWhy I have brought them despair
\nThey need to have faith and believe in me
\nFor the kingdom of God lies there
\nI feel the pain and sorrow; I hear the prayers to me
\nThe cry that echoes through heaven
\nWhy did God take thee?
\nMy children, you ask how could I hurt you
\nThough as you walk this earth,
\nThere will be many questions you will ask
\nOf life, death and birth
\nTherefore I have one answer,
\nThe only one your Father shall give
\nUntil you walk with me in eternity\u2019s garden
\nYou have not begun to live<\/p>\n
Tanya Elizabeth Hicks<\/em>
\n\u00a91996<\/p>\n\u00a0HOME<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong>Do not weep or grieve my loved ones
\nFor I am still here
\nAnd though you do not see me
\nI am still very near
\nFor now my days are filled
\nWith freedom and with grace
\nI have been chosen to be with Him
\nAnd to look upon His face
\nDo not weep or grieve my loved ones
\nFor I feel no pain
\nI have gone where there are only rainbows
\nNever any rain
\nFor if you grieve you will not be able to see
\nThat I am now a part of everything, for all eternity
\nIn the grass that grows
\nIn the birds that sing
\nI am now at peace with every living thing
\nNow bow your head and say a prayer
\nIn the glory of His name
\nKnow that peace has claimed me
\nFor I will never be the same
\nDo not weep or grieve my loved ones
\nAs through fields of flowers I roam
\nI am in my rightful place
\nHe has brought me truly home<\/p>\nTanya Elizabeth Hicks<\/em>
\n\u00a91985\/2013<\/p>\n____________________________<\/p>\n
I’ve known Dave for years and have to say he was the most pleasant guy on campus. \u00a0He always greeted you with a smile and was always happy to lend you a helping hand.
\nDave will be truly missed by all who knew him.<\/p>\n
The last time I spoke to Dave was right before Christmas when one of the office locks was malfunctioning.\u00a0 Dave in his usual good natured way, summized the problem and fixed it when no one else was around.\u00a0 That was Dave! \u00a0Things that we take for granted got done and we really don’t give it much thought, but we soon realize that all that we take for granted and\/or hold dear, can be gone in an instant and we can do noting about it, or maybe we can.\u00a0 We can take a moment each day and remember Dave, and not take for granted all the good things we now do.<\/p>\n
Dave Larkin
\n<\/strong>Professor, Automotive, Manufacturing and Electrical Engineering Technologies<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong>
\n<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nYes, this is a big loss for the HVCC community. Dave was one of the nicest security guards on campus and he will be missed.<\/p>\n
Anne<\/strong> LaBelle
\n<\/strong>Assistant Professor, Marvin Library<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nThe Nursing faculty and staff are so very sorry for your loss, and ultimately, our loss. Dave was a tremendous asset to HVCC. We will certainly miss him.<\/p>\n
Carol Bosco
\n<\/strong>Department Chair, Nursing<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nOn behalf of the Counseling Center, deepest condolences to our Public Safety department. Dave was always kind and helpful, and he will be greatly missed. We share your loss and sadness.<\/p>\n
Kelly Sweener
\n<\/strong>Director of Student Development, Center for Counseling and Transfer<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nWe had the pleasure of working with Dave every semester. We shall miss him.<\/p>\n
Sue Gallagher
\nDirector of Distance Learning<\/strong><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nI agree Sue!<\/p>\n
Bonita Sessing-Matcha
\n<\/strong>Professor, History, Philosophy and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nFred my deepest sympathy to you and your team. What a sad day for our campus community. His presence will be truly missed.<\/p>\n
Maryanne C.\u00a0Pepe<\/strong>
\nProfessor, Human Services and Chemical Dependency Counseling Programs<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/p>\n
This is so sad. \u00a0My heart is buried in sorrow.<\/p>\n
Carolyn Curtis
\n<\/strong>Vice President for Academic Affairs<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nDave was a dear and helpful colleague. \u00a0More than twenty generations of art students had the good fortune to know him. \u00a0He will be missed.<\/p>\n
Tara Fracalossi<\/strong>
\nDirector, The Teaching Gallery
\n<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/em><\/p>\nIt is very sad and disheartening to hear that Dave passed. He was a very good person who was always willing to help whenever you asked him for assistance. Let the Might have him rest in peace.<\/p>\n
Frederick Kakumba
\n<\/strong>Emeritus\/Adjunct Professor, History, Philosophy and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nFred & Staff,
\nI’m so sorry for your loss and ours. I will certainly miss Dave as we started working together about the same time at HVCC. He was always visible, had a smile and you could tell he was coming with his cheery whistling.<\/p>\n
Mary Page
\n<\/strong>Data Analysis Coordinator II, Office of Planning and Research<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nDavid’s warm and welcoming presence will be missed. I always left his company with a smile on my face and warmth in my heart. His joy for life was infectious. My sincere condolences to you and the Public Safety staff on behalf of Campus Ministry. May we all be strengthened in this time of mourning and may David rest in peace.<\/p>\n
Cylon George<\/strong>
\nCampus\u00a0 Chaplain<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/p>\n
I am so very sorry and sad to hear of Dave’s untimely passing. My sincerest condolences to his family and his family at HVCC. Dave started at HVCC only a few years after I did and I considered him a great work friend. Dave was always helpful, kind and considerate. This is certainly a great loss for all who knew him. I’m so sorry.<\/p>\n
Donna (Murray) Montroy
\n<\/strong>Nurse, College Health Services<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nDavid Plunkett was a truly wonderful man. Was there a bigger smile on campus than his?\u00a0 Though he and I were not close, we always greeted each other warmly in passing, and the few times when we had more contact and shared a laugh together will now be my treasured memories of him.<\/p>\n
His death is crazy – horrible – rotten – inexplicable – tragic – and UNFAIR. I’m very upset by it. I can’t imagine what it’s like for his family and closest friends and associates! Lord God, draw near to them. Be especially close to them. Bring the comfort of Your Presence to them. Lift them up in Your arms of love. Provide for them in every way. Amen.<\/p>\n
Jeff Schoonmaker
\n<\/strong>Professor, Biology, Chemistry and Physics<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nAs so many others have said Dave always had a smile and a kind word. He was helpful no matter who he was with and treated everyone with respect. He stands as a great role model for us all. We all can learn from his approach to life and work. If we can all be more like Dave, our campus and world would benefit greatly.<\/p>\n
I will miss him. I hope his memory and love will help his families can find peace in this painful time.<\/p>\n
All of our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them<\/em>. ~Walt Disney<\/p>\nMichelle Bannoura<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor, History, Philosophy and Social Sciences<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nMy heart is so sad for the lose of this great man. I will always remember his great smile and uplifting personality. He will we greatly missed. \u00a0RIP.<\/p>\n
Charmaine Darmetko
\n<\/strong>Secretary I, Office of Special Events and Facilities Utilization<\/em><\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\nI am very sad to hear of Dave’s passing. When I started teaching at Hudson Valley 20 years ago, Dave was one of the first people that I met. He was always cheerful and smiling and just made you feel good when you talked to him. He will be truly missed. My prayers are with his family.<\/p>\n
Anne C. Cioffi<\/strong>
\nInstructor of Nutrition, Biology, Chemistry and Physics Department<\/p>\n____________________________<\/strong><\/p>\nOn behalf of the students and other advisers of the Theatre Club and Hudsonian, we would like to extend our thoughts and condolences to Dave’s HVCC family in this difficult time.<\/p>\n
In my years as an adviser, Dave was always ready, willing, and able to help out in any way he could. I enjoyed working with him as a professional and as a person. I know many students from the clubs, past and present, who would express that same sentiment.<\/p>\n
I echo the comments that Dave was one of the most pleasant people to work with on campus. He will be greatly missed by all of us.<\/p>\n
Mathew L. Cantore<\/strong>
\nAdjunct Instructor, Theatre Club Co-Adviser, Hudsonian Co-Adviser<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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