Condolence: I know it's very late, but i only knew of this now. I was a student in Interior Design from 92-96 and Dave was always a spectacular Teacher and good friend. We the students (amongst many other things) always enjoyed the Friday afternoons in the shop listening to Leonard Cohen and having a drink. Dave was someone that was liked and loved. Cheers to him, even after these years.

Condolence: I would like to express my deepest sympathy to David's family upon hearing of his recent passing. I am a former student of David's, having graduated from Ryerson's Interior Design program in 1981. I fondly recall David's kind, caring, gentle manner and great sense of humour. My most memorable time spent in his company was during a school trip to England where he toured the students around his old stomping grounds and former art school. I feel very privileged to have had David as a teacher. His passion for art and design was an inspiration to me that I will cherish always.

Condolence: Deepest condolences to the Johnston Family, I will always cheerish the memories we made both as professor/student, and as colleague David being the supervisor while building sets for ctv and tsn. Rest in Peace David. Dave Chu

Condolence: Dear Kerry and Morgyn, Our thoughts are with you here in Riverdale and I'm sorry that we were late in hearing about Dave's death. We will all cherish happy memories of the too short time you guys spent here. Dave was wonderful guy! Take care, Daphne

Condolence: David was the very best colleague one could have. He gave his heart and soul to the School of Interior Design and his passion as an educator never abated. He was always ready to talk shop and cared for his students in a way that was an example for all of us. He and I" grew up together" at the school: he was the one who turned it from just a place to work to a second home for all of us. Somehow one thought he would always be there... but my memories are plentiful. " No you can't take that away from me..." as the song goes. Jake, Ben and I want to extend our deepest condolences to his whole family but especially to Kerry and Morgan. Annick Mitchell

Condolence: I knew David as both my instructor and my colleague at Ryerson. In both capacities he inspired me greatly. His legacy has touched so many in the community, he will be missed.

Condolence: I will remember David as very kind person with a generosity of spirit that was contagious. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Condolence: We are so very, very sorry to learn of your loss. We were not lucky enough to have known him, but please accept our deepest sympathy for you and all the family. Sincerely, Eugene & Carrol Tanner, Blue Rocks.