Dave "Rocket" Shearer 1958-1979

Rocket was my friend and neighbor that died of suffocation on August 28, 1979. The image of Rocket dead on the floor of his bedroom is seared into my memory. It is the last indelible mark left by a remarkable young man.

Rocket was a strong kid and developing into a gentle man. The root words of gentleman. He was a friend to many and as good a guy as I have ever known.

Thirty years have passed since the death of Rocket. Years that are lesser for his absence.

Go in Peace, Bro.

SORROW AND REGRET IN THE DESERT OF THE REAL!