Diver Dave was called home Sunday morning.

8-16-2015 | JustAmy. MamaBear

[JustAmy]

Graphic by MamaBear

After fighting ALS for several months, on Sunday morning Diver Dave was called home to Jesus' loving arms.
According to his family, he is having a great reunion with his parents, his oldest sister, his parents-in-law and many others including many FReepers.

As we recall what a Patriot Diver Dave was, it seems appropriate that he joined FreeRepublic July 4, 1998.
Dave loved this country and our troops. Many times, he drove 2 hours each way to join the Fresno Freepers in support of our troops.

Dave had a very strong faith that was an inspiration to many of us. He faced his ALS and his other health issues knowing that he was in God's Hands
and he was ready for whatever His decision would be. His faith and positive attitude was always inspiring.

His last post was at Amy's Place on January 19, 2015.

You will be missed, DD. RIP

[Syncro]

Bump for the Patriot Guard honoring Dave.

[The Mayor]

Thank you Amy, I love reading about the lives of my friends here at Free Republic.
Just sad to do it after they go home.

[deoetdoctrinae]

Thank you Amy for the info pings.

I just checked and saw that Dave is listed on the Free Republic Memorial Wall. DD, Freepers remember and honor you.

[JustAmy]

I agree, Rus.

I miss FR’s Finest. It was great to get to know some of our Finest.

[JustAmy]

Thank you, Deo.

I checked the Memorial Wall last night. Was happy to see that Jim had added him. Looks like Jim is on the ball.

[MEG33]

God Bless The Patriot Guard
So glad they will be there to honor DD on Saturday. Proud Navy Vet DD loved our troops.

Praying for all who loved Dave. I miss him.

[JustAmy]

Thank you, Meg.

I’m so happy that the Patriot Guard will be there Saturday and again Monday. DD would be so proud to be honored this way.

I’m hoping to make it for Saturday’s Celebration of Life. It will be a 2 hour plus drive each way. I think JustJr will take us there.

Dave has been a beloved member of the Fresno Chapter; he is truly missed.

[punknpuss]

Thank you for sharing his obituary. What a great loss for his family.

[pollywog]

Oh I am SO Sorry to read this!!!
His faith and courage and patriotism said it all...
He inspired all of us here on Free Republic.
MY prayers go out to his family and friends.
Yes, Safe in The Arms of Jesus is a very SAFE and WONDERFUL place to be....
Well Done Good and Faithful Servant.....

Polly

[yorkie]

Patriot Guard - Who Are They? My heart will be with you all, in honor of our dear friend, Diver Dave.

[pollywog]

That brought tears... thank you for sharing Yorkie..

[JustAmy]

Thank you for sharing this, Yorkie.

If I am able to make it to Manteca, I will share any pictures that I'm able to get.

[JustAmy]

Freeper40 is a member of The Patriot Guard. He contacted me about whether the family would like TPG at DD’s services.

For anyone who is not aware how to make this happen, please contact him and he will get you to the right person. If you want to, you may also contact me and I will have him contact you.

Thank you, South40 for making this happen. Diver Dave would be honored that TPG stood with his family and friends.

[left that other site]

I love TPG.

We have a group in Florida too.

God Bless them.

[JustAmy]

From what I understand, they are in all 50 states. The group from the Bay Area will be attending DD’s services.

[JustAmy]

Oops ... wouldn't you know I would mess it up. The contact is a Freeper ... South40. Check out his homepage.

[The Mayor]

I would Love to find a group in the Buffalo area.

[JustAmy]

Rus, FReepmail south40.

He will be happy to put you in contact with someone in your area.

[The Mayor]

I just posted on facebook too, you know I have a ton of Patriot friends and a ton of bikers.. :)

[JustAmy]

Did you check out their website?

Also check out South40’s page.