from Daffy Dave
(aka Dave Mampel)
It is with bittersweet emotion and deep gratitude that I say, farewell as Daffy Dave. Thank you all for thirty-three years of performing Daffy Dave shows! Thanks to all you incredible, beautiful fans, young and old. Thank you to all the kids, parents, schools, libraries, mentors, former Daffy Dave band members, TV show producers, directors, co-stars and staff, music and film producers, studio musicians and countless organizations that hired me over the years in the Bay Area and Seattle. I salute you all with a big smile, silly shoes, and vigorous hugs. Your laughter and love have forever changed me into a better version of myself.
The joy of performing as a clown-magician-musician and juggler lives on and spills over in so many ways as I now turn to the life of a writer and poet at age 64. That clowning spirit also helped me navigate as a caregiver for my late father, Art Mampel and mother, Jackie and continues to help me navigate everyday life as I bring music and loving kindness to my mom and other residents in her memory care home here in Seattle (Bellevue area). I am now officially retired and enjoying this new chapter of life with family, friends and the beauty of Washington State.
Again, from the bottom of my heart and clown shoes, and thank you very much!
Dave Mampel
Seattle, WA
January 31st, 2026
I want to leave you with two highly-recommended performers if you need entertainment.
For the Bay Area, I recommend Steve Koehler aka "Mr. Horsefeathers" - (Magician/Juggler). You can contact him at 650-326-3824.
For the Greater Seattle Area, I highly recommend the magician, Jeff Evans. His contact information is:
Jeff Evans Magic Show information: https://www.amazementproductions.com email jeff@amazementproductions.com, or cell phone 253-988-6563
And, if you want to follow me via my writing, here's my writer's website:
https://davidmampelwriter.com/