Sixth District Chair Dies
posted by JGFitzgeraldDavid Layman, chairman of the Sixth District Democratic Committee, died early Wednesday, according to an email from a committee member. He suffered an apparent heart attack at the beginning of a committee meeting in Lexington Tuesday night.
David was one of the hard-working and unsung people behind the scenes who keep the political process working, rarely running for office or gaining public acclaim themselves, but doing the difficult and time-consuming tasks that make democracy work.
His emails always ended, “Thanks for all you do.” It’s a fitting goodbye for him.
posted: March 19th, 2008 by JGFitzgerald
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Comment from finnegan
Time: March 19, 2008, 8:11 am
Sorry to hear this. I had heard that he had a heart attack, but I thought/hoped he would pull through.
Comment from Leslie Byrne
Time: March 19, 2008, 8:27 am
David Layman was a good friend. He will be missed by many. My prayers go to his family.
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Comment from finnegan
Time: March 20, 2008, 9:10 am
Roanoke Times story about Layman.
Comment from Bill Bestpitch
Time: March 21, 2008, 9:20 pm
As 1st Vice Chair of the Roanoke City Democratic Committee, I had spoken with David a couple of times recently and emailed frequently regarding the upcoming 6th District and State Conventions. I had seen him at several events for Sam Rasoul over the last few months. We valued his leadership and always appreciated his support. If David didn’t know the answer to a question, he always knew how to get it and get back to you. He will be sorely missed and never forgotten.
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