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David Allison Sr.

David Allison Obituary

David Allison, Sr. David Allison, Sr., stone mason, political adviser and father was truly a man who understood how precious life is. Mr. Allison was involved in a bike accident and died on Friday, October 9th on the Natchez Trace in Mississippi. Mr. Allison, 47, was involved in fulfilling a life-long dream of biking the trace, all 500 miles. Mr. Allison devoted his life to the next challenge, the next horizon and his three children. He did extensive research on the life and works of Robert Burns, world politics and the Gaelic world. His friends and colleagues often credited him as being an open and freely loving man, truly compassionate and kind. David Allison, Sr. is remembered as a singer, a poet and a man who lived for his family. He is survived by his two sons, Patrick Allison, of Tucson, Arizona; David Allison, Jr., of Memphis, Tennessee; and daughter, Gwyndolyn Allison, of Monterey, California, and Bill and Avanelle Allison of Madison, MS. A memorial service has been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at St. Edward Catholic Church, 188 Thompson Lane, in Nashville on October 19th.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman on Oct. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for David Allison

19 Entries

Jenny Weymouth

November 6, 2009

Whatever his role in your life; father, brother, husband, best friend, most-beloved; for me he was a delight in my life. I only saw Gaz a couple of times a year but he was always kind, funny, thought-provoking, slightly irreverent and charming. Celebrate him. Laugh, tell stories, remember how he could drive you crazy!!, love him now and forever - just like you always have.

Pam Elliott

November 1, 2009

No one ever understands the hurt when a close and very wonderful friend leaves you. Mr David, you are so very much missed and I know your beautiful children are so very blessed to have such a remarkable father.

Dana Lowe

October 31, 2009

I was shocked by the news that David had been killed in a bike accident in Mississippi. The message did not get through promptly, and I only found out today, Oct. 31. I knew Dave at Measurement Inc, the test-grading gig. David has a great spirit, which will serve him well in his new life. We enjoyed a great meal at a Cajun restaurant in Nashville before he went to Arizona. I find it interesting that he died on the Natchez Trace almost 200 years to the day after another outstanding American adventurer, Meriwether Lewis, died on the Natchez Trace, admittedly under very different circumstances. But, the 2 have this in common: They were both taken from this life too early to suit those who knew and loved them. My condolences to David's parents, to his sons and daughter. Your son and dad was a great guy. He will be missed, but not forgotten. A friend, Dana Lowe

October 27, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Allison,Patrick,David,Jr. and Gwendolyn,
Words cannot express my sorrow and shock at the news of David's passing.He and I have been good friends for a long time.I miss him greatly.I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
May the Lord keep you in His Loving Arms now and always.
In Christ,
Richard Odom

Amanda South

October 26, 2009

To the family and loved ones of David B. Allison, Senior:

I did not know Mr. Allison, but I happened to be on the Natchez Trace the same afternoon that he was killed. I am an avid cyclist and I haven't been able to get him off of my mind. I will continue to pray for the family.

Myra (Allgood) Anderson

October 25, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Ella Ruth Harrington

October 25, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Aletha Jones

October 25, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Keith Newcomb

October 23, 2009

To the family and loved ones of David B. Allison, Senior:

David was unique, and had so many varied interests and friends. I was blessed to be one of them. My deepest sympathy to each of you.

Sincerely,

Peggy Jennings

October 22, 2009

Mr. Allison,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I, like you, have only one son and I just can not imagine what you and your whole family are going through at this time. You are all in my heart and prayers. May God hold you in his tender love.
Sincerely,

Terry Harp

October 20, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers during your time of loss.

Lisa Barrett

October 17, 2009

To the Allison Family:

I never met Mr. Allison except thru the words and memories of his son David. I am sorry for your loss and my prayers are with all of you during your time of grief.

Charles & Royce Ann Saul

October 15, 2009

Bill & Avenelle - Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief.

Pamela Revsine

October 14, 2009

David~

I cannot put into words how much your friendship in the world of the hash house harriers meant to me. You will be missed each and every day:) I choose to remember your great sense of humor and love for all things beer related:)

October 14, 2009

Sleep well, sweet prince.

Darrell Keady

October 14, 2009

Mr and Mrs. Allison:
I was told Sunday about the loss of David and words can not express the sympathy I have for you and your family.
David was one of my best friends and we kept in touch and talked often. I will miss him greatly.
Patrick, David, Jr. and Gwyndolyn: Even though I have not been priviledged to have met each of you, your dad spoke proudly of each one of you and always shared with me about 'His Kids'.
I pray that each of you will feel the peace of God during this time and the days ahead.

God Bless you all.

Robert Gillespie

October 14, 2009

A classmate, a friend. You will be missed.

Mary Fortune

October 13, 2009

You have my deepest sympathy in the tragic loss of your son.

October 13, 2009

You will be missed David.
-Rachell Bateman, Brandon MS

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