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Message from the Family
On January 13 at 12:45AM, Dave quietly and with ease, took his last breath. While our hearts are broken, we know he is at peace. He rests upon my shoulder and within my mind. I cannot begin to express my thanks for your outpouring of love. Ellen
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“Dear Ellen,
I just found out tonight about Dave's passing and I m very sorry and sad to hear. I was a friend from the early 80s through I guess late...Read More »
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1 of 33 | Posted by: Lani Phillips - Falls Church, VA
“Dear Ellen & family,
We are so-so very sorry for the loss of Dave - we are in SHOCK, as we just found out moments ago he's gone!!! He was such a...Read More »
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2 of 33 | Posted by: Brad & Kathy ClarK - El Cajon, CA
“Dear Ellen,
What wonderful memories I have of the work Dave did on Basil's rental in San Diego and how I enjoyed living there for 2 years. I...Read More »
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3 of 33 | Posted by: Penny Valentine - CA
“I didn't know Dave well but what I did know was this: He was an amazing, awesome, tireless tent builder during the 2008 Breast Cancer Walk. The...Read More »
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4 of 33 | Posted by: Susan Foster - San Diego, CA
“As a builder, Dave has left part of himself in brick and mortar, wood and stone, glass and marble. "If you would see his monument, look around."...Read More »
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5 of 33 | Posted by: Diane and Robert Maddex - DE
“Dave had so many gifts. He was strong, smart, attractive, loving, courageous, a hard worker and loved his wife. We thank God for Dave and all the...Read More »
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6 of 33 | Posted by: Pat and Dave Nelson - Del Mar, CA
“We only had the pleasure of meeting Dave once, but we still remember the delightful breakfast and conversation with Ellen & Dave. We are so sad for...Read More »
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7 of 33 | Posted by: Gaye Hirz & Jerome Feinstein - FL
“Dave had a great sense of humor and kindness that we'll miss very much. He truly enhanced all our lives. - With Love, Mark and Deborah
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8 of 33 | Posted by: Mark and Deborah Compton - CA
“Dave may have left us in body but his memory and spirit lives on.
His skilled hands and ability to "Git-R-Done" (I can still hear his voice...Read More »
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9 of 33 | Posted by: Leslie and David - San Diego, CA
“Ellen,
Although Dave's visible presence is now gone, he will always be there with you. May the memories of all your time together comfort you in...Read More »
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10 of 33 | Posted by: Diane Thornewell - San Diego, CA
“Dear dear Ellen,
We find it unbelievable that you have lost that strong, beautiful, loving Dave, such a short time after our trip to Alaska.
We...Read More »
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11 of 33 | Posted by: Lu and Don Tinkham - Phoenix, AZ
“I am soooo sorry! Please know how much you are loved Ellen, and memories of Dave will last a life time! Love Rosalie
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12 of 33 | Posted by: Rosalie Miller - Friend
“Dave was a wonderful craftsman, a steadfast friend, and a great wit. We'll miss him.
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13 of 33 | Posted by: Jerry & Cathy Thomas - Poway, CA
“Ellen,
Words seem very inadequate now, but know that my prayers are and have been with you and your family. May God bless you and warp his arms...Read More »
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14 of 33 | Posted by: Sheryl Cabey - Granbury, TX
“Ellen; There are no words adequate to express my sorrow for your loss, and for the loss Dave's children must endure. I pray the love of family and...Read More »
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15 of 33 | Posted by: Tammy Sanchez - San Diego, CA
“Ellen - Please know that you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. I know that there is little I can say to console you but please...Read More »
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16 of 33 | Posted by: Laura Adams - Ashburn, VA
“Dear Ellen - we are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Mary Ellen, Olga and Dylan
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17 of 33 | Posted by: Mary Ellen Fancey - Waxhaw, NC
“Dear Ellen- We are grateful for the time you and Dave shared together. Wishing peace and comfort in your loving memories of him. With love - Jacqui &...Read More »
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18 of 33 | Posted by: Jacqui and Steve
“Ellen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad though that you had a great love & friend in Dave. I know you were very happy with him.
If you need...Read More »
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19 of 33 | Posted by: karrie roberts - San Diego, CA
“Dear Ellen,
My heart is broken for you my dear friend! I love you...
Deb
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20 of 33 | Posted by: Debbie Almquist
- CA - Friend
“Sorry that Uncle Dave passed away.
We love you so much and are very sad .
Hope you feel better soon.
We want to give you lots of hugs and kisses...Read More »
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21 of 33 | Posted by: Maddie & Jackson - Chapel Hill, NC
“Ellen,
We were so sorry to hear about Dave. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly, Rita and Larry
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22 of 33 | Posted by: Rita Brill - Columbia, MD
“Loving thoughts to you Ellen and your family.
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23 of 33 | Posted by: Suzie Dussault - Chula Vista, CA
“Dave is still with us, not only in the wonderful things he built, and in his children and soon-to-be-born grandchild; but, he is here in that special...Read More »
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24 of 33 | Posted by: Barbara Amster - San Diego, CA
“Ellen, may you and your family be comforted by the Healer of Broken Hearts.
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25 of 33 | Posted by: Susan Levine and Rick King - CA
“Our thoughts are with you and your family, Ellen. We know how happy Dave made you and we know how difficult it will be to go on without him. Know...Read More »
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26 of 33 | Posted by: Jerry and Sammantha McDonald - CA
“We are honored and to have had you in our lives and to call you friend. You will be missed and forever remembered.
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27 of 33 | Posted by: Dj and Sherri LeGoff - San Diego, CA
“Dave, Your kind and generous nature is what our world needs more of. You will be greatly missed. May God hold and keep you safe and warm in the...Read More »
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28 of 33 | Posted by: Sue and Ken Slaght - San Diego, CA
“May God bless Dave Williamson, husband, father, grandfather, patriot, engineer and one of the most skillful master carpenters ever known to his many...Read More »
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29 of 33 | Posted by: Dave and Theresa Chesnut - Poway, CA
“To quote Albert Einstein "Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us, our bodies are only...Read More »
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30 of 33 | Posted by: Cal Cohn
“Sue just reminded me that Dave remarked during one of the constructions at our house, that he was Happy that Ellen was teaching him how to be retired...Read More »
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31 of 33 | Posted by: Frank & Sue Unetic - san diego, CA
“We love you Dave. You made every visit so much more special. You made us laugh and smile. You overwhelmed us with love and focus. we have so many...Read More »
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32 of 33 | Posted by: E and B
“You are in our heart and thoughts.
Much love always.
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33 of 33 | Posted by: Karen and Bill Kekeris - cousin
Dave was born on November 15, 1952 and passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2011.
Dave was a resident of San Diego, California.




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