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GOMEZ, DAVID David Gomez, a resident of Chula Vista, passed away Friday, May 4, 2012. He was born in Tioga, Colorado June 23, 1940. David was a Navy veteran. He was a community activist and served on many boards in the Tijuana River Valley. He is survived by wife Helen, three daughters; Cheryl, Patricia and Krystle, three sisters; Mary, Dolores, and Gloria and four brothers; Frank, Mickey, John and Amando. David was a loving grand-father to eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A memorial mass will be held at St. Rose of Lima in Chula Vista on Tuesday, May 15th, at 11 a.m. His interment will be at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego on Wednesday, May 16th at 9 a.m. Donations may be sent to the Cancer Society in lieu of flowers. May he rest in peace.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on May 11, 2012.

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Desiree

May 5, 2023

I hope you're enjoying the peace up there and having your afternoon naps. Love and miss you. - Des

Krystle Gomez

May 5, 2022

Daddy, there isn´t a day that goes by that I don´t think of you. Remembering all of our time together, our laughs, smiles, jokes, songs, games and the times that we helped get each other through.
I know you would be proud of the person I am today, I have accomplished so much with you in my heart, always still trying to make you proud. I carry your picture with me on all my travels so I can see your face there with me still. The hardest parts are when I still have a first instinct to call or text you when finding myself in places I know you would have loved to have seen. Send Tony, Lola, Rocky and Sharky my love. I miss you all and can´t wait to see you again. You are my heart & spirit.
With all my love, Krystle.

Desiree Crossman

May 5, 2021

We think of you and keep you in our hearts. You were always there when someone needed you and I appreciate some of the lessons you taught me as a child, helping to raise me. Love you.

August 14, 2012

there isnt a day that goes by i dont cry or laugh at you memorey. this journey im on with out is the hardest journey ever. bill and i will always be thinking of you. i love you dad and miss you sooo much. its been only 3 months but it feels like just yesterday you left. love you cheryl

Linda Gomez

June 23, 2012

My condolences go out to you girls---Cheryl, Trish, and Krystle....I always will remember your dad taking me riding at the stables and being my first uncle with MTV when no one else had it! He was a kind person and I loved him and he will be missed.

cheryl slama

June 23, 2012

Happy Birthday Dad. you left us way to soon. i know you did not want to leave ,god was calling you. know i now that you are no pain no more.Your hanging with grandma,your dad and your brothers.i cant not wait till the day i see you again. thank you for all you did for me and bill and the kids. you were always there for us. you mean everything to me. see you when i see you. love your daughter cheryl slama

Together we were always smiling

Krystle Gomez

June 4, 2012

Krystle Gomez

June 4, 2012

My Dad was the type of man that always had everyones best interest at heart, he would give you the shirt off his back if he thought you needed it. He was my Best Friend for 27 years and someone that I always looked up to.
He was never afraid to speak up for a cause and would donate 110% of his time, skill, and heart to his neighbors and community to accomplish a goal that would benefit our neighborhoods for years to come. Because of my Dad's hard work and strong beliefs that we all deserved to live a in a healthy and sound neighborhood, South Bay has a water treatment plant that helps keep sewage out of our homes and valleys.
I will always cherish his big smile, silly jokes, warm heart, and the many memories that we shared together. I will always be listening for his whistle of " This old man" in the sounds of the wind. Ive never loved anyone more and will miss him everyday till we can be together again.

I love you Daddy

Laurie Ayala

May 19, 2012

The members of Chula Vista Elks Lodge No. 2011 want to express their deepest sympathy to David's family in this time of sorrow. In Elkdom -- Elks are never forgotten, never forsaken -- David will be remembered on the tablets of love and memory.

Representing Chula Vista Elks Lodge No. 2011
Laurie Ayala, Exalted Ruler

Alberto Perez

May 15, 2012

To the Memory of a Fine and Unique Community Role Model, I worked with David during the Building Process for the IBWC SBIWTP, his Leadership will always be remembered for his work to clean-up the environment for the benefit of the Tijuana River Valley Region, his Legacy will endure for the ages, Rest in Peace good old friend, my most sincered condolences to all your love ones.

Michael Freedman

May 14, 2012

I worked with Dave from 1994 to 1998 on the "South Bay Focus Group" to improve conditions in the Tijuana River Valley. He was totally dedicated. A really nice guy. There should be something to memorialize his devotion. There's a bridge dedicated to Danny; there should be something for Dave.

John Caldwell

May 14, 2012

Thank you Dave for being a good friend. You always had a kind word to say when I was down. Thank you for being a friend to my father Harry (1934-2009). We will miss your big smile and your silly jokes. You will truly be missed

Loretta Valdez

May 11, 2012

Dearest Helen, Cheryl, Patricia, and Krystle,
Although there is little I can say at this time when sorrow has touched your heart so deeply, I want you to know my warmest thoughts and prayers are with you now. Uncle David will be surely missed and his loving memories will help carry you through your time of grief. My sincere love and condolences to you and your families.
Your cousin, Loretta

Chaplain Stephen and Teresa Zachary

May 11, 2012

Please accept our condolences on the death of Mr. Gomez. The greif and loss you feel is an expression of a love that transcends even death. Praying you will find comfort and hope in the love and Word of God. We also know you have many good memories and pride in his accomplishments and the legacy he left his family and friends. We are grateful for his Navy service and all he did to help protect the freedoms we hold dear today in our great country.

Gloria Mohan

May 11, 2012

Goodbye brother. We are so sad to lose you.
We know you are in a restful place now but you will be missed.
Lots of love to your girls and their families.
Your sis Gloria and brother Mondo.

May 11, 2012

With heartfelt sorrow to my cousins and their family in the loss of your father, our uncle Dave. May beautiful memories of your father fill your heart and bring you comfort. In loving remembrance of your father, A life of beautiful celebrations, wonderful memories and lasting love that you all shared. May you always have an angel to watch over you. Take care of each other. All my love, Barbara

cheryl slama

May 11, 2012

we are going to miss you so much Dad. thank you for being my dad. love you cheryl

Desiree Crossman

May 11, 2012

We love you papa, rest in peace.

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