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Our beloved classmate, David, passed away September 29th, 2024 as a result of Cardiac Arrest.
David was a graduate of the University of Florida in Gainesville with honors, He earned his Phd at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill in clinical psychology. After leaving Chapel Hill, David worked in Syracuse, New York at a county innovative mental health department, an appointment as Adjunct Professor in the Psychology Department of Syracuse University. In Maryland, David served as Director of the Psychology Internship at what was then Maryland's largest state psychiatric hospital. Most recently, David served as Director of Mental Health, and later as Director of Clinical Programs and Public Policy at Chase Brexton Health Care in Baltimore. An exceptional man that led an exceptional life, he will be greatly missed by the many people touched by his life.
David was survived by his loving partner and husband, Michael T. Natchuras, Baltimore, Maryland; sister Sherri H. Golden, Ft. Lauderdale,Florida; brother Wayne A. Haltiwanger, Miami Beach, Florida; sister-in-law, Mary F. Carpenter (Paul); brother-in-law, Mark S. Natchuras (Kathy); nieces and nephews, Spencer Golden, Tyler Golden, Alexander Carpenter, Breann Carpenter, and Colin Carpenter; and an abundance of cousins and dear friends worldwide. https://tributearchive.com/obituaries/33251501/dr-charles-david-haltiwanger/baltimore/maryland/lilly-zeiler-inc-funeral-home
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Alan W. Brooks
David and I met in elementary school and became good friends in Junior High. Both of us enjoyed being part of debate club, "Arsenic and Old Lace", and other activities at Englewood. We reconnected in our 20's after our college days and typically stayed in touch once or twice a year. My wife and I got along well with David and his husband Mike and enjoyed occasional visits with them. He was always one of the smartest people in a room, funny, observant, caring, considerate, and with a deep interest in helping his patients lead better lives. David was a pretty remarkable guy and I was happy that we stayed friends over many decades. I always feel sad when I see that any of our classmates have died. David's death was a shock as he was pretty healthy until his last days. I feel fortunate in my life but any death reminds me of how important it is to keep living a meaningful, joyous life. We never know when it will be our time.
Rest in Peace My Friend.
Alan