I wasn't going to comment, although I've followed this thread since it was posted, but here I am.
Yes, I too feel the same as the vast majority here. I enjoyed DS's participation here, his posts were always good and informative.
I am saddened to see things go sideways like this. I've been on this forum for longer than most and I've seen good people come and go.
It is my opinion that the flamers should be dealt with, nip it in the bud.
Not sure why DS would edit his posts like that. Too bad it happened.
Some have commented about perhaps him being modded. No, that's not so. Mods don't do that to posts. If they delete, the whole thing is gone. If they edit, it says mod edited at the bottom. DS has edited his own posts.
Sad, I hope he returns to be a part of our family and friends here. Gonna miss him.