Submitted by jackie on November 1, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. 14 years, David must have had an amazing will to fight this horrible disease. My own daughter fought the fiight for six years that we knew about. She was diagnosed in July 2004 while serving in the army. She passed away March 15 2010 in my arms. She fought so hard. After the third surgery, the next Tumor was already growing 3 months later. Inoperable, then eventually growing in her spinal cord. My faith tells me my sweet girl, and everyone else, David included are in a beautiful place. My heart wants her healthy and back with me. The families, yours mine, and all the others who watched GBM take the life of our loved ones share a revolting nightmare. I am eager to find out how my daughter contacted (if contacted is the right word) this disease. Although I do have an idea, I would love to hear from other families whose been through this misery.I don't know if I could leave my email but it's worth a shot. jackied355@hotmail.com

Submitted by Pastor Lonnie Honeycutt on September 18, 2012
Hi, I've just completed a book titled: "Living Jesus Out Loud." It's due to be published in October. I'd be honored to send a copy to Leslie because David was a strong influence on why I wrote the book as well as its title. If Leslie would like to contact me she can do so through our Ministry: 99 for 1 Ministries C/O Rev. Lonnie Honeycut P.O. Box 180932 Mobile, AL. 36618 251-421-4166 99for1ministries@gmail.com Thanks! Pastor Lonnie Honeycutt

Submitted by John on March 14, 2012
How sad I am to see this...but not for David...for the all of us and his family. What a light that shone so brightly but it still does in his beautiful songs. I asked David via email more than 5 years ago now for the chords to his song "I Love You". You know the answer, he did send them to me. He never met me, didn't know me but he was so humble and gracious...he told me he would have loved to be able to come and sing it for us. I would have loved that too of course! David will always be a part of our lives. I hope to meet him when I arrive where he is now. Peace, brother, you fought the good fight...and you won!

Submitted by ALLY on December 29, 2011
AS A BRAIN CANCER SURVIVOR AND ALSO A SONGWRITER MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU I WAS 31 WHEN DIAGNOSED IN 1999 OF ANAPLASTIC ASTROCYTOMAS GADE 3 I WROTE A SONG AS WELL CALLED SURVIVOR YOU CAN GOOGLE ALLISON BOLTON ORIGIONALS FROM THE HEART I'M STILL FIGHTING AND PRAYING THAT I'VE BEAT IT BUT I ALSO KNOW IT COULD COME BACK MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR LOSS I KNOW THE FIGHT HE TOOK ON HUGS

Submitted by Evan Hansen on October 29, 2011
David played a concert in Minneapolis (where I live) that he initially thought was just another routine gig. It turned out, to his surprise, to be a $200-a-plate fundraiser that required RSVP and payment two months in advance. So we were apparently shut out. Ever the problem solver, David said to me, "Do either you or Rhonda know how to work a credit card swiper?" Rhonda, having worked in retail, in fact did. "Great," he said. "You and Rhonda are officially working my concession booth tonight. You sell my CDs and just tell the event directors that you're with me." And so we did. We got in, and we talked and laughed and had a wonderful evening of bonding and fellowship. Such a good man, who so well represented what faith is all about.

Submitted by Linda on January 18, 2011
My husband passed away March 14, 2010 at 61 yars of age. We learned he had GBM January 8, 2010. David sent me his Comfort CD signed by him with "PEACE" written on the CD jacket. David's words of comfort has helped me daily. I pray for David and his family every day because I am so thankful for his heartfelt words from his spirit. He has an incredible gift all good and just things. I did not learn of David's passing until Christmas time. I was looking for his bio and the date hit me just as it did when my husband passed. I am saddened and I am thankful for David's music to come at this time in my life. Truly and genuine from my heart David's family is in my prayer's. Brain tumors stink. Tongues at tumors.

Submitted by Katherine on January 1, 2011
My husband passed away on Aug 15, 2009 at 49 years of age..He also battled a GBM for only 3 1/2 years..I also have two children and they are what's keeps me going...My heart is with you and now he is with god..God bless you and your family...

Submitted by ed on December 5, 2010
My dad was diagnose with glioblastoma on sep 14 2010 and after surgery it seemed like everything was lost... but now after 3 months of his surgery he looks strong and doing good with his kimo and radiation treatment! .... my mother has lupus.. and im only 22 years old.. my heart goes out to all the young people whos parents have uncurable diseasess

Submitted by Tabitha on November 22, 2010
My husband passed away September 14, 2010 from glioblastoma multiforme he was only 29 David gave us peace of mind when we found out he was diagnose with this brain tumor and at the time have survive it going on 10 years. I am so sorry for your loss. But do know that your husband has touch many of lives especially at Duke.

Submitted by GBM CAREGIVER on November 18, 2010
I am very saddened by the passing of David. I am however extremely happy that David is in Peace and the glory of the Lord. My wife has been battling the same disease since June of 2006. When we heard david sing at Ohio State he gave both of us even more Hope and Strength to continue day to day. I know David's family will miss him greatly, but while you cannot touch him, he can listen to each of you and touch each of you. Rest in Peace David!

Submitted by CD on November 14, 2010
May God Bless and Keep You in Your time of sadness. My condolences to you and your family. I lost my brother to GBM in 2008.

Submitted by Dee on November 9, 2010
My son and I did the video for Race for the Cure in Des Moines, Iowa. That's where we met David. He was a great inspiration for myself and my son. He has by all means left his mark in this world!! He gave lots of people hope and faith and a better knowledge of God. I have no doubt in my mind that he is a gardian angle and will be with us forever!!God bless his wife and children for sharing him!!

Submitted by RIck on November 8, 2010
Getting to hear david in Lubbock, Texas in I think 1999 was an especially meaning ful time in my life as I had just lost a dear friend. I followed david's music and purchased a number of CDs. I have always found his music a calming reflection in times of turmoil and pain. Thank God that he was able to shre his true gift with all of us. The World is a much better place becasue of his music and the Message it carried. I will miss the travel updates, but I know that he is still spreading the message of Love and Hope - if you have the gift of Faith - you have the power to believe.

Submitted by Lisa Ilene on November 3, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss, David has touched so many and inspired so many. He truly has left this world a better place, and what more can any person ask. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Submitted by Ronald "Ramjet" Fichthorn on October 31, 2010
With a deep breath I feel and cry for your loss. David and I were so much alike. David and I have a small history together. He and I were on stage at the first Ohio State Medical Center/James Cancer Hospital Brain tumor party in 2007 - almost fours years ago. He sang songs and told funny radiation and chemo stories. One joke I recall was David ask God a question (which all of us do), "Should I brush my teeth". The audience fell on the floor laughing. After I finished my presentation on "Value", I went back stage and met David and I asked him, "How long have you been in the trenches?" He looked at me, smiled and said, "12 years; I'm unique". At that time, I was 18 months into my journey sick of chemo and marital problems. He help me through emails and his original songs with hope, love and faith concerning the nasty world of Glioblastoma brain tumors. We used to joke about his skull being opened five times, mine only four. He got the free T-Shirt for five times, I only got a OSU chocolate mint for four times. He was scheduled to appear at the James again but ended up at Duke University with a problem. His dear wife sent the sad news and at the moment, I felt both loss and joy that he left this world with a footprint we all can follow. I'll think of him often when I play his songs.

Submitted by Samira Guccione on October 31, 2010
David made me proud and gave me hope to continue pushing forward with developing my therapeutic for GBM. After 20 years of studying and developing cancer drugs, i have learned that the blockers of progress is not only the slow pnature of science, but many other aspects and politics. seeing David sing and hearing him on my ipod, gives me energy to keep pushing forward. Nothing else is acceptable. i work for those like David. we both fight dragons that should not be there.

Submitted by Karthik on October 29, 2010
I am really sorry for your loss. My mother also recently (on 21st OCT 2010) passed away due to GBM.It is tough to go through, but also makes you strong, thougthful,kind to help people in need, people who cant afford the basic medicines, comfort care when in need.

Submitted by oxygrad on October 28, 2010
So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to him. My father had the same tumor, but since he was 64 when he got it, he lived only 9 months after diagnosis. How wonderful that David was still able to do things and make a difference, and make people more aware of this terrible disease. My sincere condolences. -- Cynthia Wickstrom Zuniga

Submitted by Meg on October 28, 2010
David was so gifted. Funny and inspirng as well. My husband and I saw him at a NBT clinic in NYC a few years ago. I have been living with a BT for many years and he really was so inspiring to me. Thank you for "sharing" him all these years. his memory will live on in all the people he touched, especially you, his family.

Submitted by Janet on October 27, 2010
My daughter, Michelle, and I were fortunate to have met David in March at the NBTS Conference in D.C. We are very saddened by his death. May his memory be a blessing and may his family find strength in their memories.

Submitted by Eileen on October 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I did not know David but I do know tha pain and suffering a GBM can bring. My husband was diagnosed with this back in 1996 at the age of 44. the prognosis was poor from the very beginning.From the very start they gave him a year to live. We tried to beat this but they were right. He died almost one year from that diagnosis. Needless to say this is a devistating disease.we will keep fighting to find a cure.

Submitted by Kelly on October 27, 2010
I first heard about David from the NBTA website, and once I read, I keep reading because my husband was diganoised with an Anaplastic Astrocytoma grade 3...whatever the names they are still tumors....and David's story gave me the most HOPE I have ever read and I even took my husband to Duke University to Dr.Friedman who also saw David. My husband continues to fight, and one day I pray that I too can say my husband is a 14 year survivor...God bless you and your children, those of us that have loved ones with this horriable condition know exactly how you feel. Know one thing....David touched so many people and has helped them in so many ways...God always has a plan and knows whats best even if we don't see it, but we WILL see David and all our loved ones who have passed from these tumorsa gain and what a PRECIOUS day that will be!!! God Bless you all! Kelly from Ohio

Submitted by joann on October 27, 2010
i am so sorry for the lose of David. I looked so forward to seeing him ,and hearig him. just last week i played a cd by him. you know though he's in a better place with the Lord Jesus Christ.have corrage and faith.David does not have any pain or sleepless nights, any more. Thank you somuch for shcareing david with us.

Submitted by Anonymous on October 27, 2010
We are so sorry. We lost our beautiful daughter Claudia (37) on May 31st 2010 to GBM. Our hearts go out to your family. Your family is in our prayers. The Ceci-Phaup Family

Submitted by Hanna on October 27, 2010
My condolences to the family. My daughter has been diagnosed with stage 4 GBM 2 years ago and is also filled with faith in God's (best) will for her life as she says it. I'm so thankful to hear that he lived 14 years after being diagnosed and that he used his time to bring hope to others. Incredible story. My best wishes to his family. He is now with the Lord. Praying for all.

Submitted by Chris Stein on October 26, 2010
David and I shared the stage at an event in 1995 back when he was playing as a duo. It was before his diagnosis in '96 and then mine in '01. We've crossed paths over the years, talking music and striving to survive. He will be greatly missed by myself and so many others.

Submitted by Lisa on October 26, 2010
So sorry for your loss. A fellow GBM patient.

Submitted by JJ on October 26, 2010
I will be praying for the family. I used his song "Love the Time" at my wedding. His music and testimony has always been a blessing.

Submitted by Linda on October 26, 2010
I would like to extent my sympathy to David's friends and family. My husband was diagnosed in April 2008 with a glioblastoma Multiforme stage 4 and turned to David's CD's throughout his treatments and sleepless nights as an inspiration and calming influence. He was fortunate and thrilled to meet and talk to David in 2009 at a concert in Pittsburgh. My husband and I also graduated from Grove City College and I thank David for giving my husband hope and a positive attitude. He left a wonderful legacy.

Submitted by Elana on October 26, 2010
My heart goes out to you and your family. I knew David back in Charlottesville at the beginning of my career focussing on quality of life in brain tumor patients. He would meet me for coffee and I like to think shaped my work to make it less "doctor-friendly" and more "survivor-friendly." The message in his beautiful songs touched many on a very personal level, myself included, about what really matters in life. Peace be with you.

Submitted by Pat Molloy on October 26, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of David Bailey. I have been blessed to have my sister Cathy, who was diagnosed with a GBM in 1993, still with us and amazingly happy and healthy. I treasure every minute with her, as I know you must have with your David. Cathy is my hero, as I know David must have been yours. So I know how your heart must be breaking with sadness at this time. I did not know David, but it sounds as though he inspired so many people, and that inspiration is such an amazing legacy. He is at peace, and I wish the same for you.

Submitted by Vince on October 26, 2010
I share a similar fate being diagnoised July 29, 1996. My thoughs are with David and his family. Vince Lewis

Submitted by Pam on October 26, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your immense loss! I heard David perform at a Brain Tumor conference in Hartford, CT less than a month after our 26-year-old daughter was first treated for a stage 3 anaplastic oligo/astrocytoma. Fear of the future was our prevailing feeling at the time, but David's message, delivered through his music, soothed my soul and definitely gave us a window of hope that, along with our own daughter's grace and courage and determination to live each day as fully as possible, has inspired us all. Peace! Pam Patrick

Submitted by Jesse Jimenez in L.A. on October 26, 2010
I'm gald to have known him. I met David in 2000 or 2001 at the Los Angeles NBTF conference. I last saw and spoke to David in Florida at the BT conference. I always told him he was the BT conference Rock Star!! and we laugh but he was. I will miss him greatly and so will everyone how new him. David will live forever through his music and in our hearts.

Submitted by Christy on October 25, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss but I hope it is a comfort to know what hope he brought to our family. My father passed away March of this year after a 28 month battle with a GBM and David's long fight with GBM often gave me hope during my father's journey. David was a warrior and a light to those impacted by a brain tumor and his legacy will live on. I pray for your family to have peace. Best Regards, Christy

Submitted by eliane on October 25, 2010
I had the pleasure of seeing David perform a few years ago. I was moved by his music and his words. I remmeber crying while listenign to him. My husband and I lost a daughter at the age of 9 to a brain tumor. My sincere condolences and may you only remember how happy David was and how many lives he touched in such a positive way. Warm regards, Eliane Markoff

Submitted by Linda Rene on October 25, 2010
Dear Bailey family, I first read about David in 2003 after I had been diagnosed with my tumor. I was on the internet trying to find answers about brain tumors. I was very inspried by his story. He had been through so much and yet he did not let that stop him. If anything it seemed to make him fight harder. He did not just give up. He tried to help others with their fight. It inspired me to fight with everything in me. I was a divorced mother with three small children that needed me. I had brain surgery and have remain tumor free for 7 years. My boyfriend is also a brain cancer survivor of 7 years. We both struggle with the memory problems, headaches and seizures. Being together we both understatnd the difficulties the other is going through.I always felt our meeting was a blessing from God. I thank David for all he has done and I will never forget him. God bless David Bailey and may God bless his wonderful family he was also blessed to have. Linda Rene

Submitted by DJO on October 25, 2010
Dear Bailey family, I'm a four-year GBM survivor, and in those early days after diagnosis when I felt so scared I found my first ray of hope when I read David's story on the NBTS website. I had the pleasure of hearing him perform live and know I will treasure my collection his CDs. I just wanted to let you know how important his life was to me and how much his songs and messages of hope, faith, love, anger, acceptance, and self-deprecating humor have affected my journey. We can't see him, can't touch him, but he will live forever through his music. Here's a wish that the sorrow your family feels will soon be replaced by memories of happier times.

Submitted by kellybrat80 on October 25, 2010
Dear Bailey Family, I too have been diagnosed with the same cancer as your son and brother. It has been a long and trying time but I pray every day for others who have to suffer through this. My prayers are with your family.

Submitted by Kim P on October 25, 2010
We've been touched by David's message of hope through his inspiring music. We appreciate the awareness he's brought to this disease, and we're sad to hear of his passing. His courageous battle gives all of us affected by this disease hope. (My husband is a two-time brain cancer survivor.) May your family find the peace and assurance that David will live forever, as he so beautifully communicated through song. God's grace and peace to you.

Submitted by Tamarah on October 25, 2010
What an inspiring individual!!! My father passed away from the same illness and we will find a cure someday. My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a wonderful man:)

Submitted by Peggy on October 25, 2010
As I've read the messages posted before mine, I wonder what I can add? Just that I will miss the anticipation of david's next concert always. Since my first concert in 2003, I've looked ahead to the next and the next. He was such an inspiration to so many of us with each song! He taught us to Share Hope and be thankful for every day. Thank you for sharing him and I pray God's strength and comfort for you in the days ahead.

Submitted by cathy c on October 25, 2010
I was so saddened when I heard of David's passing My family and I attended the Have a Chance Walk to fight brain tumors in NYC and they made the announcement please accept my heart felt condolences He changed the face of GBM Although I never met David I always had him in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my husband to this awful disease 2 yrs ago and I want to tell you David's music and his journey was such an inspiration God Bless you and your family

Submitted by svhoneybee on October 25, 2010
My daughter and I heard David many times and were inspired to keep on. Enjoyed his many CD's, his dialogue during his performances, though they felt like you were alone sitting in your family room listening. In person he was even more inspiring. God bless you David, well done good and faithful servant. Our deepest sympathies to Leslie and his children.

Submitted by Villy on October 25, 2010
David's music is such an inspiration to me as I continue my similar journey of 6 years. I traveled many times to see him perform and listened carefully each time I heard "Don't Give Up Too Soon". What a blessing he was to so many. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Submitted by Bill on October 25, 2010
David was a tremendous inspiration for me considering he and I had experienced the same brain cancer and were survivors. His song "HOPE" epitomised to me the essence of our challenge in that none of us should ever quit nor give up because cancer is our Lord's battle and we have to depend on Him to beat and cure it! That is just the way it is! There are no little pills or shots that will do it! Just His great big arms and healing and how much He loves all His children! With Dave Bailey, God just decided that He needed him in the heavenly band and loved him so much that He couldn't wait to get him up there! So when you think you are hearing angels sing now, listen closely and you will hear Davids voice and his guitar in the background! For this Saint is now in the presents of his Creator and shall never hurt again! Lord, thank you for David Bailey! He was a Champion!

Submitted by eva on October 25, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of David. I did not know of him until now. However, I feel a connection with him and you, his family. I lost my beloved sister 15 months after she was diagnosed with a stage 4 glioblastoma. I am thankful for the longer time you had with David, although I realize that is not much comfort.

Submitted by Nadia on October 25, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. I read his story on numerous websites and heard his wonderful music on CD. He was a great inspiration and hope for me and many others, and always will be. I am myself 4 year brain cancer survivor. God bless him and your family. Nadia

Submitted by NeonDiva on October 25, 2010
Leslie, Kelc & Cam; So, so, sorry for your loss. I believe David is rousing from above, those that have gone before him. Lisa Gibson, being one; is the one who introduced me to David and his Hope and Faith. We here in Rochester, NY were fortunate enough to have been blessed by one of his concerts. While David will remain a Hero to those of us in this fickle world of Brain Tumors; you will forever be Heros to me, for sharing him with us. You will forever have a friend here With Love, Hope and Peace....... Lauri Holland

Submitted by Veronica Watkins on October 25, 2010
We saw David at our first brain tumor conference in Sacramento shortly after my husband's diagnosis. David's sense of humor and wonderful story telling ability though verse and though music was inspiring. I never thought I would laugh at a brain tumor conference, but David showed us that humor was going to be essential in order to get though the journey that lay ahead. My deepest condolences to your family; your loss is tremendous, but you are not alone in your sorrow. All of us who have a husband with a brain tumor grieve with you and hope with you.

Submitted by Susan on October 25, 2010
Dear Leslie, Kelcey, and Cameron, Your husband and father brought so many things to so many people. I read his story on the Duke hospital web site after my brother was diagnosed with a GBM in 2006, then I followed up by listening to David's music and obtaining some of my favorite CDs. His words and thought have given comfort and inspiration to so many people and I feel blessed to have heard his message through song and prose. Bless you and your family at this time.

Submitted by Craig and Carole on October 25, 2010
We receive powerful inspiration from David's music. We met David at an ABTA conference in Chicago, and later attended his concert in West Chicago. Our brain tumor support group frequently plays his music at our meetings. His message has helped us both deal with the difficult road we are traveling toegther. Thank you David.

Submitted by Lucy on October 25, 2010
I'm so sorry and heart broken to hear of David's passing. He was a bright ray of hope for so many facing a grim diagnosis. His compassion and widsom will forever be carried in my heart. He was truly a gift from God for so many people who struggle in darkness to navigate the world of a brain tumor diagnosis. It wasn't until I meant him, that I finally was able to allow hope to seep into my heart. My prayers go out to his amazing family who loved him enough to let him be shared with the rest of us who needed him. God bless.

Submitted by Char on October 25, 2010
Dear Kelcey and Cameron, I am so encouraged to here of your beautiful son living for fourteen years with this type of tumor. I look at his face and I can feel your sadness. My mother had the same tumor and lived exactly five months from diagnosis. She had never even had a surgery in her 69yrs. she was a wonderful mother. Please take care and know in your heart you will see him again.

Submitted by ruthe on October 25, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathy. May God give you strength and peace at this time. We lost our daughter 4 years ago after a 21 year remission. She like David was a true inspiration to many and their legacies will live on. Now we continue to find ways to raise money for research so the battle will be won soon. Take care and know you are not alone.

Submitted by Mimz on October 25, 2010
My heartfelt wishes of love light n blessings to David's family may God grant you the strength during this difficult time, may his memories remain as bright as a beautiful sunny day.... I was diagnosed with a brain tumor in July this year n due to other complications i am still awaiting my surgery, its a difficult time indeed however i am taking a day at a time.... Leslie do tc of yourself and your kids....much love...

Submitted by Nancy Montoya on October 25, 2010
I contacted David about a year ago after hearing, by chance, one of his songs that I wanted to use in a video for the Brain Tumor Immunology Foundation - I was taken back at how open and ready to help he was. He didn't know me, yet he took the time to listen and respond. He gave us permission to use his music to help educate America and the World about this devastating condition - Thank you David. You enriched the life of all you came in contact with -

Submitted by Suzanne C on October 25, 2010
My husband was also diagnosed with a GBM, and we heard David play at a Brain tumor conference in Miami. He was such an inspiration!

Submitted by KJ on October 25, 2010
His music was an inspiration to me before, during and after my surgery and treatments for an oligodendroglioma. My prayers are with each of you during this loss.

Submitted by Amy Rajek on October 25, 2010
I am so sad to hear about David's passing. My husband was diagnosed on 4/20/09 and is still fighting. We saw David in DC at the conference and bought his music. I have a wonderful picture of David with my husband. I hope David's courage is passed onto others and my husband will be hugging someone fighting in another 13 years. God Bless!

Submitted by Justin Rubin on October 25, 2010
I had the good fortune of getting to know David when I was making my film "Angels Among US...a film about HOPE", down at Duke a few years back. David was a warrior, and a hero to the hundreds of thousands of people battling this awful disease. He was so positive, and so willing to share his story, his struggles, his gift, and his message of HOPE. He will be missed. I wish Leslie, Kelcey and Cameron peace and strength, and I give you the assurance that I will continue to shed light on this disease until there is no next loved one lost. No Next...it IS possible. To see David's segment of the film, please visit:http://vimeo.com/10908781

Submitted by Evan's Mom on October 25, 2010
I knew about David from NBT and when he came to Stuart, Florida a number of years ago, I made sure I was there to see him and had the opportunity of speaking with him personally. You see, David and my son who died 3 years ago (almost to the day of losing David) after surviving GBM for 12 years, who played guitar, was a songwriter, and was deeply involved with NBT in so many ways, have so very much in common. Most of all, both of them offered hope and inspiration to those with whom they came in contact, and left a huge legacy. May you find comfort in all David accomplished in his too short lifetime. I was stunned and so saddened to read the news and extend my heartfelt sympathy to all his family. He will be greatly missed by so many!

Submitted by Pattie on October 25, 2010
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My husband passed away in July 2005 from a GBM after living with his diagnosis for 2 1/2 years. It lightens my heart now that I know your David is in heaven strumming a tune for Rob. God Bless

Submitted by Patty R on October 25, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of David's passing. He was a true inspiration and his story was really the only one that gave me hope when my mom was diagnosed with a GBM in 2006. She only survived 8 months and passed away in 2007. I know she was waiting with open arms to welcome David home. I'll be praying for David's entire family, especially his children. He truly was the definition of a fighter and I will never forget him or his story.

Submitted by Rich M. on October 25, 2010
My condolences to David's family. My mother (diagnosed 06/2008 wtih GBM)and I had the great fortune to see him perform in DC earlier this year. Although I am saddened, I know his courage and perseverance will live on with many with this challenge.

Submitted by McNeill's in NA on October 25, 2010
I was blessed by David and his music twice in the past 3 years. My husband was a GBMer and he was so inspired by David's courageous journey. It influenced Tim's own positive attitude and desire to live regardless of the diagnosis. Several times David replied to Tim's emails with a personal message. Tim would forward them to me and say, "Got this from David Bailey"... he meant so much to so many. His music will continue to inspire. His legacy will continue to "Share HOPE!" Blessings...Cindy www.carepages.com/carepages/timmcneill

Submitted by Cindy Rosser on October 25, 2010
David had many fans in Louisville, KY through the Michael Quinlan Brain Tumor Foundation (MQBTF) and other supporting organizations. We send our love and prayers to David's loved ones, with prayers for healing comfort and peace. We're grateful for David's blessing so many lives! Peace and love, Cindy Rosser

Submitted by Pam C on October 25, 2010
David's fight and his music were an inspiration to many fighting with brain cancer. I'm saddened for his family and the loss of a great fighter and mentor. For all those diagnosed with brain cancer, never give up as we know David never did. God bless his family, friends, and everyone fighting this disease.

Submitted by susie on October 25, 2010
Be gentle with yourselves in the days ahead....his spirit lives on and will help you and many others! I saw David perform in 2008 shortly after my husband passed from GBM - his message of hope and living in the moment helped us!

Submitted by Shirley on October 25, 2010
Dear Leslie, Kelcey and Cameron, I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to you, even though I didn't know your husband and father. My husband lost his life to a GBM when our two children were very young. Today is his birthday. We always celebrate his life on this day with his favorite dessert -- banana ice cream pie -- and with reminiscences. I wish you comfort. Warmly, Shirley Vernick

Submitted by Mickey on October 25, 2010
I first heard David perform many years ago, he was brought in to a company meeting to sing for us and share his story, needless to say he had us all in tears. Since then I heard David perform in person several times, and he always amazed me with his inspisration, strength and humor. He will be truly missed. I offer my prayers to his family and friends in this difficult time.

Submitted by Alice Robinson on October 25, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with David and seeing him perform. His music will live on forever and will continue to give people hope and peace. Thank you, David.

Submitted by Jody on October 25, 2010
I was given a David Bailey CD from a friend who I met suddenly at the race for hope in PHL three yrs. ago. I was so sad recently when a woman who lives in our area and was an 11 yr. brain cacner survivor passed (Sept 2010). She inspired me as I am in my 8th yr. of surviving. Her mother was a miracle and continues to be for me answering questions regarding brain cancer and after effects. I was so saddened by her death and went and looked for my David Bailey CD. I listened to it over and over and over and it helped me to get through this toughness and getting myself to not put myself in a category after one person dies from brain cancer after 11 yrs. and David 13...will I make 10? when will it come back. I have to live each day and continue to live by the hour, day, for life. His songs of hope are incredible. I was hoping they would play them always and this NOVEMBER at the Race for Hope event in Philadelphia. Maybe through this message they will do that. His spirits are amazing. Thanks to him for helping us! Fondly, Jody

Submitted by Lorre Gibson on October 25, 2010
David has had a profound impact on me and the brain tumor patients I work with in Colorado. I first saw David here in 1999 and a few years later he came and did a performance for the CNI Center for Brain & Spinal Tumors. In 2002 I was in a little airport in Allentown, PA on my way back to Colorado after being home for my step-dad's funeral. Who should walk into the coffee shop looking for a cup, but David. I approached him to say hello and he remembered me and his trip to perform of our patients. We spent time chatting - long enough for a cup of coffee and then we went our separate ways. What a tremendous contribution he made to the brain tumor community. Thank you, David. I just know you're in heaven strumming a tune for all those there. God Bless you and your family.

Submitted by Sandy on October 25, 2010
David'story has been a major inspiration to me after I was diagnosed with a brain tumor in Feb. 2008. His passion for music and life meant so much to me and my husband. He gave strength to all those fighting this awful ilness. May God Bless David and his family.

Submitted by Victoria's Mom on October 25, 2010
Thank you, David, for all your inspirational songs that helped me and my daughter, Victoria, live with her brain tumor. We saw you perform live in West Palm Beach at a fundraiser and were so moved. Will always love your music. Rock on, my friend!

Submitted by Paula, Manchester (UK) on October 25, 2010
Rest in peace David. My thoughts & prayers are with your family. My aunt died from a GBM in December 2002 so I know what they are going through xx

Submitted by Michele Carlson on October 25, 2010
This news saddens me beyond words. Our family has loved him for years now. "Love the Time" has been embedded in our hearts and minds. It is how we try to live our lives. We met David back in 1998 when my brother was first diagnosed with a glio. We quickly became groupies. Our favorite spot being the coffee house in Southborough, MA. Yet another reason to keep hope alive and keep raising money to someday find the cure. Love and sympathy to his family.

Submitted by Derrick and Marwyn on October 10, 2010
We had the good fortune of meeting David at the Pencer Brain Tumour Centre at Princess Margaret Hosp in Toronto. He touched us with his approach to living life to the fullest the beautiful way that he conveyed the message. That day has become one of our fondest memories. Our condolences to all close to him.

Submitted by Jen on October 9, 2010
I am a brain tumor survivor (oligo). 2007. david's words, music, and take on life have continued to be a complete inspiration to me. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss - my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. His words, his beliefs, his strength, and his songs... will never be forgotten. And will continue to inspire others throughout their own journeys. rest in peace, david.

Submitted by Sue on October 7, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting David in 1999 shortly after my son Scott was diagnosed with GBM brain tumor. Scott passed away in October 2000. We all enjoyed listening to David's music. David was truly an inspiration to all that he touched. I send my condolences to his family.

Submitted by josh in arizona on October 6, 2010
My heart goes out to you and your family. My mom has been fighting GBM since February 2007. It is a challenge watching a family member go through this but makes you see the courage a human being can have. my dad has set up a website darrylpendergrass.blogspot.com where he has blogged about my moms fight the past few years. 14 years is a great fight for an obvious extraordinary man.

Submitted by olly on October 6, 2010
1 luv david u was a strong man my heart goes out 2 u and your family god bless you x

Submitted by grannypeg on October 5, 2010
God bless your family at this very sorrowful time in the loss of your precious loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.He will be remembered as we do the Brain Tumor Walk this year.

Submitted by TiffanyLJS on October 5, 2010
A couple months ago,when a friend found out about my husbands diagnosis with GBM, he introduced me to the triumphant story of David and his music. While David's journey here has now ended, his story continues to give us hope. God Bless you all for the inspiration and courage you gave so many through your experience and for blessing us with so many songs that will play on.