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David ROTE Obituary
A Peninsula resident for the past 42 years, David was a well known local drummer and will be sorely missed by his family, friends and pets.
He is survived by his mother and father; his sisters, Dona Marie and Deanna; his brother, Russell Lyle; and extended family.
A memorial service will be held at Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Family will receive friends following the service.
Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for David ROTE
Frank Jones
September 28, 2010
To the Rote family, I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of David. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all.
Jennifer Bradshaw-Obraczka
September 22, 2010
David will be forever missed. He has finally found the peace he so much wanted in life. We will miss his laughter, smile and his talent....I will miss my friend..... Until we meet again, Jenny
Mike Marello
September 17, 2010
Took awhile to write this bud but been busy. I was gonna give you a call and realized your not there. I'm gonna miss you Dave. I'm gonna miss talking music with you and just all around fun. But mostly Ill miss the laughter.I hope, no I know, your in a better place. Free from all the misery life can bring. You made me realize we are just seconds in time. But in the brief years I knew you, you made some of those seconds that much better.
To your family and the ones who loved you I send my heartfelt sympathy.
And to you David, my friend, I want you to know I'm gonna miss you. The world got just a little more darker with you gone buddy. Rest well Dave and touch the face of God bro. You will not be forgotten.
Your friend,
Mike
Ashley M.
September 12, 2010
David, I can't believe you are gone. But, I know that in your final resting place you are playing the drums and making people sing! Mark, the kids and I send our condolences to your family and friends. You will be missed.
Mike & Pat Corenza
September 10, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
D. Brock
September 10, 2010
David was my good friend, Though I have'nt seen him since 1990,I would always laugh to myself sometimes when I would think of back in the day when we would cut up. I'm sure he will be missed here, We still have our great memories of growing up and tearing up my dad's old ford truck,Cooking out over at Carl and Charlies,watching and listening to him ripping those drums! Bye David have a nice journey to Heaven
Kirk Wilkerson
September 10, 2010
I am saddened to hear of David's passing. We attended Denbigh Elementary School and played in the band together. David was an excellent drummer and I remember him always speaking fondly of his brother and sisters and especially about his mother being a nurse.
May God provide you with peace in your time of sorrow.
Kirk Wilkers
DHS '85
September 10, 2010
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Rotes son. May God comfort you in this time of loss.
The Staff of Mizpah Nursing Home
September 10, 2010
Ms. Rote,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and praying. Coach Onesty/ QLMS
Chris & Michelle Stevey
September 10, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
September 10, 2010
Sorry to read about David's death. We remember the children when we were all at Crooks Memorial Church.
Bill and Kay Mayton
September 10, 2010
To the family and friends of David, I am so sorry for your loss. Regardless of what the doctors said, David had a heart of gold. A compassionate and loving man, as well as lovable. I will always remember how he was there for me when I suffered the loss of my husband. Hugs that will never be forgotten and laughter that will heard till eternity.
Brenda-Yorktown
Lisa Amos
September 10, 2010
Dear David, it's hard to believe we won't be seeing you anymore. I still can't wrap my head around it. I'm glad that God saw fit to make you my friend because I loved you Dave, warts and all. ;) I knew you were cool when we both had the same favorite Journey song..only I wish you could "Stay Awhile". That song takes on such a different meaning to me now. I'm also thankful that Jenny was a part of your life because I love her too and now I will have someone to laugh with and share funny stories about you. I know you are playing drums for God now. We miss you David. All my love,
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