David Charles Lindberg

Greta, I hope you have some inkling of the flood of posts that have been appearing on Facebook since the once and former HistSci grad students heard the news earlier this week of Dave's passing. I cannot imagine the department or the profession without him -- indeed, my own start in the department and the profession back in 1988 was largely due to Dave, without whom I would not be in Madison. You are in our thoughts repeatedly, and I hope the days ahead are filled with warm and loving memories of this remarkable man. Peace be with you and yours. -Sarah Pfatteicher (with Bob Conlin and Ian Conlin)

Dear Greta, We were shocked and saddened to learn of Dave's passing, and our thoughts are with you at this sorrowful time. A warm friend and an invaluable colleague, Dave was the heart and soul of ILS. He was a model scholar and a masterful teacher, and always a wise presence in our councils, helping to guide us through difficult times. Without him, the program never would have survived the 1980s. But most of all, he was a delightful friend. I treasure the time spent with him, corny jokes and all. Betsy and I are grateful for the happy moments the four of us enjoyed together in Madison and France. Dave leaves behind so many good memories.. We will miss him. We send you our love. Mike Hinden and Betsy Draine

Dear Greta, Norris and I have you in our thoughts. SO glad you visited us in New Hampshire when times were better and easier. Sincere condolences Love from us both.

Dear Greta, I consider myself lucky to have had a glimpse into both Dave's professional life and personal life. I fondly recall hearing Dave give a jaw-droppingly brilliant lecture--what a privilege it was! It was also a privilege to speak with him at your bedside after your accident, and see the depth of his strength and his love for you. Walt and I extend our heartfelt condolences, and hope that you find comfort. With much affection, Hedda

Dear Greta, I learned from Lee Hanson recently that Dave has passed away and then, of course, I read the obituary in the State Journal. I thought immediately of the morning at exercise when he told me that he was having trouble getting "the right word" for what he wanted to communicate and then he told me about having himself tested at the Memory Clinic and how he learned that his memory loss was real and getting worse. And then I remember the day I went over to your house to see if I could help with the move to Oakwood. I kept abreast of how he was doing from Dan Caufield and that's how I found out that matters were going downhill. I think of Dave often, keep him in my prayers, remember how good a man he was, how successful he was professionally, and what a fine colleague he was on campus. I miss him, as I do more and more of my campus friends, which I suppose is what one must expect in this "winter" of our lives, as a friend put it recently. My Anne is now also in All Saints Memory Care and I am learning, like you, to live this new, different life. I hope you are managing all right and remembering al the good things that you and Dave did in years past.