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David Bakewell Obituary
79 of Mesa, passed away on March 11, 2011. after a valiant battle against cancer. Born in La Crosse, WI & raised in Lansing, Iowa, Dave retired to Phoenix in 1975 after a 22 career as a SMSgt in the United States Air Force. His passion was genealogy. He is survived by sister Margaret Welch, Lansing IW; sisters-in-law Virginia, of Gilbert, AZ & Ruth of Tulsa, OK; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves behind to morn his loss countless friends from the Air Force & genealogy families. He was preceded in death by his parents Art & Peggy; and brothers Jim and Bob. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Burial will occur at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix. Donations are welcome to Banner Hospice, 275 German Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85297. Online memorial tribute and condolences can be done on www.falconerfuneralhome.com
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Bernard Siebert
March 12, 2023
I worked with David in the early 1960s at Adair AFS, Corvallis, OR. Considered him a good friend.
Bob & Elke Boal
April 2, 2011
From the late '60s in Neu Ulm Germany, David was determined to locate friends from times gone by. He used the internet to locate us in San Jose CA some 30 years later to let us know of an upcoming reunion that we attended. We were in contact with David often since that time with email. Never to be forgotten we will miss a true friend indeed.
George Lichner
March 22, 2011
David-San and I had many happy days while serving at Adair A.F.S., in Corvallis Oregon. I was blessed to have a friend like him. I pray that God has mercy on him and welcomes him into His Kingdom with open arms. Rest in Peace dear friend, it was my pleasure to know you and serve with you. Peace.
Bernie Siebert
March 22, 2011
We were friends from Adair AFS, Oregon. He was a knowledgeable and compassionate person. His former military comrades will miss him.
Judy Bakewell (Clarence) Lanka
March 18, 2011
We've known Dave of Phoenix, as he described himself, long enough to appreciate his great affinity for, and knowledge of, family. We are thankful for the many bits of information he shared and all of this will be greatly missed.
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