ABOUT DAVID
David Gerald Ignatius Pothier passed away at the age of 34 on May 20th, 2019.
David was a multi-medalist athlete with the Special Olympics, winning 59 medals in Track and Field, Softball, Basketball and Soccer. David was an avid Boston sports fan, and always wore a jersey representing the team that was scheduled to play that day. Often, he would change outfits midday if the Red Sox and the Bruins played on the same day.
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David loved music and always had a tune to hum. He had a beautiful singing voice and sang in the Perkins School for the Blind choir. His favorite band was the Backstreet Boys.
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Even when battling his most intense challenges, Big D’s positive attitude and motivation never suffered. Dave would wear his John Cena “Never Give Up” t-shirt, hat and wristbands to chemotherapy appointments. He would stop every nurse and doctor at Dana Farber to show off his Special Olympic Rings tattoo.
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Everyone who had the fortune to know him is much richer for the experience. He was the personification of determination. His spirit was indomitable; the joy he felt was genuine and untarnished. David was witty, funny, and had a special charm that continues to inspire everyone he has ever met. Rest in Peace Big D.