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Charles David Obituary
Dorman graduated from Lamar High School, attended The University of Texas and was a boxing heavy-weight representative in the US Army. He is an artist and native Houstonian.
Dorman has been written about in the Texas Monthly (www.dormandavid.com/texasmonthlyarticle.com). he was also featured in The New York Times (www.nytimes.com/1989/12/10/magazine/lone-star-fakes.html) and many books such as "Eye Witness to Alamo". Dorman was always ready for adventure. With a machete in his four wheel drive truck and a camera around his neck. He loved hunting for treasures and artifacts around Houston from antiques to beautiful views on the gulf coast. He always brought paper and something to draw with to a party and his eyes lit up when he explains the history of any treasure he has found. Dorman is filled with excitement and knowledge and his artwork reflects the love he has for life and people.
He is preceded in death by his father Henry David, mother Grace McMillan David and sister Diane David. He is survived by his children: daughter Cadence Green and husband David Green; Gray Geiselman and wife Alison Geiselman; Michelle Hall and husband Alan Hall; Thaddeus David, Mac David and grandchildren: Channing, Ireland, Alexander, Bailey, Jonah, Gray, Penn and Ashley.
The family will receive friends for a celebration of life on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at five o'clock in the evening at the Bradshaw-Carter Home, 1734 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77098.
Memories and Condolences
for Charles David
29 Entries
Rexanne Felton
September 27, 2019
Has it really been six years that you have been gone, Dave? We still miss your beautiful spirit. Hope you are enjoying the light.
K D
October 27, 2014
Dorman,,
Happy Birthday! Memories of you flood me, on this day.
There were diamonds in your mind and chocolates in my box...I know you'll understand that message.
Thank you for all you gave me. Thank you for our daughter and Grandchildren.
K
Cadence
October 27, 2014
Happy birthday Dad. Not one day goes by that I don't think of you. I am just beginning to be able to have fun memories without as much pain. I am still remembering the things you taught me- many things I didn't even understand at the time.
Cadence
June 15, 2014
Father's Day was always just another day to you. We have a tradition of going boating on Father's Day and I think you would have liked it.
K
June 14, 2014
Hey Dorman,
Another Saturday afternoon listening to "The DeadBeat" programming on KPFT. They played Little Feat, Lou Reed, back to back, among others. Remember the great Lou Reed concert we attended in Sydney, Australia. We took the ferry home that night. It was lovely.
Tomorrow is father's day. You are dearly missed by Cadence.
The kids are well . Jonah is the bomb, Alex has your insatiable curiosity, Bailey is just laid back, in demeanor, but absorbing everything. Channing is a master strategist and gamer. He looks very much like you at the same age, with a side ways grin. Ireland, the dry wit and master of innuendo yet so tolerant and sweet What a crew! Will be thinking of you and thanking you for the legacy you left. They give me great joy.
Katherine Mathews
May 31, 2014
Hey D,
Just thinking of you, as I listen to KPFT Pacifica radio. Spent an afternoon with our daughter, Cadence. What a beautiful, kind, and fun-filled spirit she has! We miss you.
K
Dorman and Honest Abe
luz harvey
March 9, 2014
February 16, 2014
What a human being. He is on my mind and in my heart today. Live, Love, Dance...and Make Art!
January 30, 2014
Oh Dorman, you left before we had one last chance to speak. I miss you, and treasure what you shared. You'll always be in my heart and I promise to pass along the nuggets of wisdom i picked up from you. I will 'be here now' and you rest well dear, with love always, Luz
Sarah Lipscomb
October 31, 2013
We met on Halloween years ago at Will's house and I am thinking of you so much today. Thank you for all your life lessons and for being my friend. I miss you. RIP
Sarah
October 4, 2013
Aces and Eights, Miss you Dorman
October 4, 2013
OH Dorman! Safe travels.
Rexanne Felton
October 3, 2013
Bon voyage, Dorman. It was a pleasure to have known you.
Barbara & Marks Hinton
October 3, 2013
Dorman always gave the best hugs. We will miss you, dear man. Start carving those Pearly Gates.
October 2, 2013
God wanted to update the gates to Heaven so He called on Dorman to get the job done. Godspeed Dorman, we'll miss you brother! Jim Olive
Ashli Lock
October 2, 2013
You will forever be in my heart Dorman. Thank you for every minute we spent together.
Stan Bohon
October 2, 2013
Wish I had met him. RIP fellow artist!
Michelle Davis
October 2, 2013
Enjoy your amazing journey....
October 2, 2013
Dorman, we shared many memories together in Texas, Louisiana, Australia and Jerome,Az. The most beautiful is our daughter,Cadence. You imbued in her an unbridled zest for the joys of life and an endless sense of spontaneous adventurism. Thank you. May you bask in peace and happiness.
K
So honored to met you when your documentary video was in process....He will missed & remembered by many... rest in peace, Dorman David? http://www.le
Aiping DeGrassi
October 2, 2013
Lynne Enloe
October 2, 2013
Thank you for being such a good friend. You have made a difference in a whole lot of lives. You will be greatly missed. Lynne Enloe
Judy Handwork Panasci
October 2, 2013
I first saw Dorman sharing wonderful and inciteful pictures and musings on FaceBook. I had long wanted to meet him and go to a sandcastle event. Alas that did not happen but I would comment and he would respond on FB....may he rest in peace. He was a nice FB friend.
Sonya Gracia
October 2, 2013
R.I.P Charles you always put the most beautiful photos on your facebooks photos.. I always enjoyed your photos and collections you had shared.. Fly high with the other artist above and into the horizon
Daniel Dror II
October 2, 2013
Godspeed Dorman. A good, strong and kind man. You added to my life and brought clarity and guidance. Its an honor to be known by you. May your family be with comfort and peace.
Deborah Shelton
October 2, 2013
Peace and love to you Dorman, to the family you held so dear, and to the countless lives you touched, uplifted, and inspired with your friendship.
Cadence Green
October 2, 2013
Dear Dad- I will remember everything you taught me. I will put love into everything I do and enjoy the fun times I had with you.
Nancy DycheBroyles
October 2, 2013
thank you, Dorman for the kindness and the correspondence. You will be missed by all.
October 2, 2013
My condolences to the bereaved family of Mr. David. May the GOD of all comfort provide you with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss. Also you can look forward to our loving heavenly Father's promise to remove all causes of death, pains and sorrows.
Joe Winston
October 1, 2013
As a young artist Dorman's had a huge impact on me. We shared a few adventures along the way and he gave me nuggets of wisdom that I continue to use and to share with others. His passion for sharing his craft will always be inspiring.
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