David James Blake, US Navy- Gulf and Iraqi War Veteran, 37, of Riverview, FL died on June 30, 2009 at his residence from natural causes and under the care of Hospice.
His funeral is scheduled for 9:15 AM, July 13, 2009 at Bay Pines VA National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, FL 33708, with full military honors by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9272, to officiate.
He was a native of Cleveland, OH and a local resident since 1998, when he moved here from Japan. He was a licensed practical nurse and a Christian.
He is survived by his loving family: a wife, Dawn of Riverview, FL; a son, Nicholas of Riverview; his mother, Connie Phelps-O’Connor of Largo, FL and his sister, Michelle Feurer of Sedona, AZ. Please send all floral arrangements directly to the cemetery.
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I had the pleasure of working with Dave at Morton Plant Hospital. I knew that if Dave was on shift that night, it was going to be a good night because he had a phenomenal and witty sense of humor. My heart goes out to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Dave was a good man, phenominal husband & father.
Dave, his wife Dawn & I worked at Bush clinic on Okinawa, Japan for a couple of years. He always commanded respect for his performance and eagerness to learn & grow better.
There are many great things that could be said about Dave but I think the most important was that he could be called friend.
Goodbye my friend, I’ll see you later.
My deepest condolences on David’s passing. He lives on in our hearts and memories, and in the legacy of his son. Your family remains in my prayers.
I first met Dave working at Morton Plant Hospital and quickly learned what a skilled nurse and great human being he was. I really enjoyed working with Dave the two years I was there, and for the next two years at a local Urgent Care clinic, he always made a difficult 12 hour shift easier. I cannot remember a time when everyone around him was not laughing at his comedic wit. I thought the world of him and was proud to have him as a friend, and loved him like the brother I wish I had… I will miss him more than I can express in words… and look very forward to seeing him again some day.
from Gail and milten shultz: It brings sadness to my heart to lose a young man i have known most of his life in such a tragic way. In loving memory Milt and Gail.
From Jennifer: I had the pleasure of knowing Daivd when we were younger we were neighbors for many years and it sadens me to lose such a wonderful young man in such a tragic way you will live in all our hearts and memorys daivd rest in peace.
Dave was Dave! His compassion, skills, and yes his witty sense of humor will be missed. Dawn & Nicholas, please do not hesitate to get a hold of me if I can be of help. Looking forward to hanging out with him in heaven!
Dave was Dave! His compassion, skills, and yes his witty sense of humor will be missed. Dawn & Nicholas, please do not hesitate to get a hold of me if I can be of help. Looking forward to hanging out with him in heaven!
I too was one of the lucky ones to work with Dave. Such a pleasure to around. He made to ER shifts go by fast. He was so funny and caring. He will be missed.
I had the privilege of knowing Dave at Morton Plant hospital. We spent many long nights together laughing to the point we were in tears. We talked about how he adored his family, friends and going to school. Dave you will be sadly missed, but I know where you are going and very happy for you. My heart goes out to his family in this time..
I found about his death last evening from another childhood friend. My prayers and thoughts go to his family at this time. I do have memories of being kids and playing in the neighborhood and having fun, he was always had a wonderful sense of wit and very sweet guy.
What a shame. Dave was a great nurse and a wonderful human being. I worked with Dave during his years at Moton Plant. I wasn’t normally chatty at work, but with Dave it was different. His stories, his intelligent view of serious topics, and of course his incredible wit, made me work just a little harder and faster so as to have some extra time to converse with Dave. And Dave always had wonderful things to say about his wife and son. It was very clear that his love for them was deep. Dave was an amazing friend, husband, and father, and he will be missed greatly. This is a terrible loss. But those of us who had the opportunity to know Dave are truly fortunate. Rest in peace my friend.
My condolences to his family and loved ones. I knew Dave from the changing of shifts in the ER, and quickly grew to look forward to his sense of humor, and bright outlook. He may have been from Ohio, but his sense of humor represented one of the Northeast- straight, sometimes crass, but always funny with perfect timing. Dave was a well travelled man, and a guy who understood how things worked. He dug deeper when something was not clear, and did not just accept any given answer. I enjoyed my talks with him, and always walked away with a different point of view. What can you say when the world losses someone like that? My thoughts are with his family- I am sorry for your loss.
I had the great honor of working with Dave at Morton Plant Hospital ER1. He was always in good spirits and was very inviting and supportive of all his coworkers. Though I was not a clinical team member, he always treated me with kindness and respect. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
My deepest condolences to Dawn and Nicholas. My heart goes out to you and the rest of Dave’s family. Dave was a very wonderful person. I send you strength and our prayers.
My deepest sympathies to Dawn, Nicholas and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy at your loss. Prayers for peace, strength, and hope for tomorrow are sent your way. Rejoicing that we will see Dave again someday, but sorrow for you and Nicholas in this time.
My deepest condolences goes out to Dave’s Family. I was too was lucky enough to have enjoyed Dave’s company. He was a loyal coworker and friend. Dave was extremely smart and funny. To see Dave was to know you were going to have a good day. Please know that is was an honor and privlage to have been even a small part of his life, as he brought joy and laughter to so many people.
Dave was such a nice guy! Always there to help if you needed it. He will be missed, but he’s with God now and whole again. He will always be a part of our memories.