In Memoriam: David Schuyler Herres

Herres

David Schuyler Herres of Clarksville, New Hampshire, a longtime ELEVATOR WORLD contributor and author, passed away on November 12, 2022, after a long illness. A New Hampshire master electrician with a degree in literature from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York, Herres wrote scores of continuing education articles for EW until shortly before his passing. He authored the book, “Elevator Troubleshooting & Repair.” A native of Boston, Herres worked as a journalist in NYC after college graduation. He met his late wife, Valerie, at Hobart and William Smith, and the pair shared a son, Albion, and daughter, Ajilla, who both survive them. Herres was known for his intelligence and fascination with science, building, politics and literature. Later in life, he enjoyed traveling and living part time in Florida with his long-term partner, Judy Howcroft, who is also among his survivors. Herres also leaves behind four grandchildren, Allison, Ashton, Kyle and Lily; a brother, Donald; and a sister, Abigail.

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