July 10, 2021

David Schuyler was an exemplary professor and mentor. I had great admiration for him as a student at F&M in the late 1980s. He and Marsha had me and a group of former students over for brunch about five years after I graduated. He was always kind and generous with his time and knowledge. It was always in the back of my mind to reestablish contact. Alas, I did not. To his family and friends, please accept my condolences on your loss. 
Katie Graves

August 08, 2020

Nancy, In 1967 your Dad was my counselor at Camp Orange, your Dad and your extended family help set the foundation for a very happy and serene life for me. Your Dad at that time in my young life led by example as a caring person and a teacher and a leader, he left his imprint on all of us, Your DNA is wonderful as I know all your Aunts and Uncles and they are all special people, may your Dads memory be a blessing , 
Lloyd Soppe

August 05, 2020

To Nancy and all the family: David’s sudden passing leaves a void for many of us. I met David early on his arrival to F&M. Then I was on staff in the Development Office. David supported our work by helping to reach out to the community. Years later, while I was a trustee, David and I maintained our friendship by dining at Jethro’s Restaurant,  or seeing him there with other friends. He was always engaging. Judy and I so appreciated receiving copies of his books. David encouraged his students to research and publish with him. What leadership! Judy and I miss him already. Paul and Judy Ware

July 31, 2020

Dear Nancy,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. There is some peace in knowing he is reunited with Marsha. I know how lonely this leaves you as I was an only child also. However, you have loads of extended family to share your memories.   Prayers and thoughts are with you.   KATHLEEN kUZMIAK

July 29, 2020

David and I started at F& M on or about the same time, he as professor, I as a late, 29year-old student, so we were newbies together and about the same age.  I remember him so well from my first year there, and I knew Marsha since I grew up in Lititz, and knew her brother.  I now live in Colorado, and just happened accross David’s obituary.  I am so sorry.  He was a great cohort years and years ago.
Conrad W. Nelson

July 29, 2020

David was epitome of a teacher.  Brilliant, kind, and generous.  He had a great influence on me as a young planner in Lancaster.  I thought he was brilliant.  This is a great loss for Lancaster.  God’s speed David.  My condolences to the Schuyler family and all that loved him.
Michael A Domin

July 28, 2020

What a shock it was to see that announcement of David’s passing.  I knew Professor Schuyler for many years in my position as Director of Athletics at F&M.  He served on the Athletic Committee and was a supporter of all the intercollegiate teams, especially some of the women’s teams.  He was a frequent and visible presence at many home contests.  A friendly and personable colleague, he provided sage and timely advice when asked for.  The F&M community has lost one of it’s shining academic icons.  My sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to David’s family during this difficult time.  However, there will be a time soon to celebrate David’s life and positive impact on others.
Dr. William Marshall

July 28, 2020

David, David, I am so very sorry that you are gone.  I moved into the apartment above you and Marsha in 725 College Avenue when I came to F&M in 1984, but I have been looking up to you ever since.  You were a remarkable Professor, and for so many years part of the backbone of the College.  At so many levels, yours was indeed a life well lived – the ultimate achievement.  You will be so deeply missed. Well done and farewell, my friend.
John Campbell

July 27, 2020

I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to Nancy and the Schuyler family in the loss of David. While he was a famed academician, I knew him, Marsha and Nancy as special friends over the years. We shared some great dinners like blackened red fish at our home! David missed Marsha so very much and it’s a relief to know that they are finally together again. May they Rest In Peace.
Beth Crosby

July 27, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about David’s death. As a trustee on the Olana board, I saw David every year for over 15 years and always enjoyed his wisdom, knowledge, and humor. I will miss him deeply and send all my condolences to his entire family.
SUSAN WINOKUR

July 27, 2020

It is so difficult losing a sibling . My heart goes out to all of you. David had such a generous and kind spirit. I feel so fortunate to have met him through the Cooperstown Graduate Program
Catherine Raddatz

July 27, 2020

I heard last night that Prof. Schuyler passed…. Makes me so sad. He was the reason and I decided to add a second major in college of American Studies. He was an amazing teacher, mentor and person all around. Everyone loved his classes and told you take his classes! His passion and enthusiasm for all that he taught was so evident. I took a number of classes with him, my favorite (and most vivid in my memory) was one on Urban Planning and the development of Lancaster. It included walking tours of the city in which I learned so much about how cities were designed, different communities and cultures. He would have the class to his house for dinner, and was always available to talk. He always remembered my name when I was on campus, and would ask about my sister too. I have been thinking about him all night… and the way he loved teaching and how he was always smiling. What a gift to have such am inspiring teacher in my life.  i am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Catherine LaVecchia

July 27, 2020

David’s death is certainly a loss to his many friends, his colleagues, his students, and the academic community. He and I were professors at Franklin & Marshall together, and he was one of the people who did not accuse me of going over to the dark side when I became an administrator! I admired his intellect, his tenacity and his kindness– all of which made him a wonderful scholar and writer, and such a good teacher! He was also a good friend as we worked together on projects for F&M’s faculty and administration. I wish David peace and all of his family and friends much love, along with my condolences and my gratitude for his life. Sam Houser

July 27, 2020

I was very saddened to learn that Professor Schuyler passed away.  He was a friend and I thought very highly of him and had hoped we would meet again after I graduatd from F&M.  We stayed in touch via facebook and in fact I was recently communicating with him!  My deepest condolences to Nancy and the rest of his family.  
Anasuya Dubey

July 26, 2020

Dear Nancy, So sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing.  Both your parents were such wonderful people and full of love for you and for the community.  Blessings to you and your Dad’s brothers and sisters during this sad time.  
Nancy Neff

July 26, 2020

David will be missed. He was one of the warmest members of the F&M faculty, always ready with a “hello” and a smile. His compassion and care for students and the College was one of the things that we noticed right away when we met him, 30 years ago. He set a positive tone for collegial relations across the campus. Farewell David. Warmest regards, Carol and Andy de Wet

July 26, 2020

My condolences to Nancy, David’s sisters, brothers and the entire extended family.
David contributed greatly to the Lancaster community in his roles as Professor at F&M, his writings about Lancaster and his good citizenship. I met him during my 20 years of work as an employee of Lancaster. We had many conversations, particularly related to low and moderate income residents and initiatives undertaken (or missed) in serving the poor.
I witnessed a wonderful demeanor and kindness throughout my many conversations with him and, in particular, during the last 6 months.
You will be terribly saddened by his passing and I hope that you will be comforted by the love Lancastrians have for David and his remarkable life.
Arthur Morris
 

July 26, 2020

Rest in Peace, Dr Schuyler. I stayed with Marsha and him in their home at F & M when I went to attend my daughter’s graduation. They were both kindness itself. Dr Schuyler was one of my daughter’s professors and she kept in touch with him. My heartfelt condolences to Nancy and to the Schuyler family.
Brinda Dubey

July 26, 2020

Together with me and several other friends and colleagues in Lancaster, Dave was also a graduate of the Winterthur Program in Early American Culture. Not surprisingly, he was one of the first to welcome me to Lancaster — and he was eager for me to appreciate its history as much as he did. It wasn’t a tough sell. On a personal note, he was that rare person who could hold his own in the most rigorous academic settings, and still be approachable and entertaining. He could size up your potential in an instant, and he held you to it! He expected a lot of his students and colleagues, but he knew they were up to the task. Whatever talents I think I have as a writer, I can’t hold a candle to Dave — an acknowledged master of all things written and spoken. Rest well, Dave. We’re better for having known you.
Kip Van Blarcom

July 26, 2020

Dear Nancy,
 We are deeply sorry for your loss and extend our condolences to you and David’s brothers and sisters. I( Nenita) remember how friendly he was in making me comfortable working at F&M. He was always greeting me whenever I met him. His memories will remain to many people who met and knew him. Take care,
Harvey,Nenita and Pilar (Miller)

July 26, 2020

Nancy, I want you to know how deeply saddened I am for you and your family.  Your parents will be remembered always as such beautiful people.  Peace and comfort may come knowing they are now together.  May you and your family feel the love and support of many at this time.  With my deepest sympathy, Nancy, for all at this difficult time.  Linda Watson

July 26, 2020

The news of David’s death was a shock and deeply saddening. He was a wonderful F&M colleague who was affectionately respected by his students, both present and former. His passing has left a large hole in the fabric of the College community. I send heartfelt condolences to his family and all who cared about him.
 

July 26, 2020

Dear Schuyler Family:     David Schuyler was that rare type of teacher that revelled in his students’ success even while demanding highest standards of conduct and scholarship.   I first came upon David over dinner at The New. York Historical Society, when I had the pleasure of dining with David’s cohort in History, Ken Jackson.  When Ken learned I was from Lancaster, he put me immediately in touch with David, which began a long-lasting friendship and journey through the finer marvels of history.    I had the great fortune of majoring in history and found through my years at Dartmouth two professors who reached David’s scholarship and commitment to the lives of students.  Professor Schuyler was just the sort of individual on whose shoulders have long rested the excellence which America’s schools of higher learning have long depended.  He was honest in history, avoiding cutting corners to read back into history that which did not exist.  His fame grew given his honest rendition of history that was not only explanatory but also was fun.  Students with whom David worked would have joined him, for instance in the midnight bike rides throughout Brooklyn (an area of which he had deep knowledge) ….
 
David always shared stories with us of growing up in Newburgh.  He was particularly proud of his birth city and of his many siblings.  At the same time, David became a real player in Lancaster and in F&M’s affairs, resulting in national recognition for his scholarship.
David suggested that his family wished for his return to Newburgh.  David suggested that his mother was most effective at this, by reminding him whenever asked where his home was to reply  “Home is where your mother lives.”   David, you get to return to “home” and Gina and I know that you will take the “historic paths ” which though may not deliver you as quickly, will surly be far more interesting and rewarding…
All best wishes, Thomas and Georgina Russo
 

July 26, 2020

Rest in peace, Dr. Schuyler. You and your work had a profound impact on my desire to pursue a career in urban planning and piqued my curiosities about the evolution of American cities, urban redevelopment, and historic preservation. Your course “The Urban Experience” at F&M was one of my favorites during my undergraduate career, and your extensive research and documentation of racial segregation and “Urban Renewal” in Lancaster City in the 20th century help us to better understand the foundations of our community today. Thank you again for your mentorship and the letter of recommendation for graduate school. I still have your books that you gave me.