David Eugene Walton, 68, of Clearwater, FL, passed away on July 14, 2017, at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater. He was born in York, PA, and was a graduate of York Suburban High School. He moved to Clearwater in 2007.
He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He received a National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal with two O/S Bars. In addition, he was an Expert Marksman on the M-14 and the M-16. Following his time in the service, he worked for over thirty years with Pennsylvania Power and Light and was a supervisor.
David was an avid sports enthusiast, a practical joker, enjoyed the casino and was passionate about food. He was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather. David was also a member of VFW Post # 4256 in Madeira Beach, FL.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce H. and Verna I. Walton and his brother, Gordon F. Smith. He is survived by his wife, Connie E. Walton of Clearwater, FL; son, Ryan D. Walton of Westminster, MD; daughters, Heather L. Stough of York, PA and Cassandra N. Terrasi of Dover, PA; sisters, Lottie M. Berkheimer of York, PA and Donna L. Markey-Jones of St. Petersburg, FL; nieces, Joan Myers Goodman of Philadelphia, PA and Kimberly L. Markey of Kuna, ID; five grandchildren; and many friends.
A private Celebration of Life was held to commemorate his life.
My condolences goes out to Dave’s family. You are in my prayers. And may time ease the pain of losing such a great man from lives.
My condolences goes out to Dave’s family. You are in my prayers. And may time ease the pain of losing such a great man from our lives.
Connie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Time will not heal a broken heart, but over time your loss will become easier to bear.
Dad I will forever and always treasure your life and fun loving attitude. You were my DAD, Best Friend, and Hero I will always remember you and I know your with me always. Remember I didn’t forget to Keep Fighting Forward 🎖🎖🎖🎖
Again Heather, we are extremely sorry to hear of your Dads’ passing !I’ll remember him for his gregarious attitude about life, and his contagious laugh on the few occasions we spent together. We know you’ll remember him as the GREAT Dad he obviously was ! XXX
So sorry for the families loss. Dave and I grew up together. He was a best friend to me and my best man in my wedding.
So sorry for your loss.
Dave was a friend from the old neighborhood.
We all had a fun time growing up.
RIP Dave
Hi dad! Thank you for loving all of us and being there for me! I love you dearly and will remember all of the nice times we had together as a family throughout all of our years. I appreciate you always teaching me to respect others and to be kind. You are ALWAYS with me in my ♡ dad!
Love,
Heather
His smile is what I remember when I visualize him. His kindness is a feeling I won’t ever forget. I was just a kid, he was a just a young man but he made a lasting impression with his kindness. Anyone who is kind to me makes an impression; David has always been on that list. I’ve thought of him here and there through the years, always hoping I could see him and tell him myself how much I appreciated how he treated me.
David had a twinkle in his eye and that smile was original to only him. But they go together and one can’t forget after meeting him the warmth and energy that radiated from both. It was meant to be that way.
I know what it is to lose someone very special…It goes without saying David was special. You will miss him, but believe he is close by. I will miss knowing I never was given the opportunity to see him again as an adult and tell him for myself…”you made a difference in my life”. It’s sad given the connection; I never got to see him again…just only as a kid.
It’s so true when someone says…”we can’t ever know how we impact others just by being kind”.
You have my sincerest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely and in Love,
Vicki Kehr
A limb has fallen from the Walton family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says, grieve not for me.
Remember the best times, the laughter the song
The good life I lived while I was strong.
Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest.
Remembering all, how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions no matter how small,
Go on with your life, don’t worry about falls.
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin,
Until the day comes we’re together again.