Wendy's, being based here in Columbus, meant that Dave Thomas was a very popular figure and the local news just announced that he died at his florida home, age 69. He'd been having kidney dialysis and had a by-pass a few years ago, but no cause of death hass a yet been announced.

He was responsible for some of the cutest and funniest ads in many years and when he started doing them himself, moet found them kinda' neat. His local work for many things in this area is well documented and Columbus has benefitted from his many donations of both money and time.

Specifically, Dave Thomas was a strong booster and proponent for adoption although his own adoptive experience was less than happy. As an adoptive parent and advocate, I am grateful for his backing and for the resources and programs he helped to develop and fund.

"Where's the beef?" Well, it's still at Wendy's.....but Dave Thomas was also the real thing and the genuine article......and will be missed. Thanks for all you did Dave.

Spaw