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DAVID DOWNING DUVALL, SR. (Age 77)
Of Croom, MD died peacefully October 19, 2014.David was born October 4, 1937, in Washington, D.C., to the late Anona "Tootie" Downing Duvall and Joseph Bourne Duvall. In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his brother, Joseph B. Duvall. A graduate of Frederick Sasscer High School and the University of Maryland, David spent his career with the Prince George's County Board of Education as teacher, Vice Principal and Personnel Officer. David loved his family, world traveling, sailing, art, music, and local and state history. For many years he dedicated himself to his family's heritage as President of the Society of Mareen Duvall Descendants. He was a member of St. Thomas' Episcopal Parish, Croom, the Maryland Historical Society, the Prince George's County Historical Society, the Upper Marlboro Lions Club and the Southern Maryland Society.David is survived by his wife of 36 years, Brenda Brady Duvall, and his children Priscilla West Duvall (Susan Frye), David Downing Duvall, Jr., and Elizabeth Lyles Duvall. He is also survived by the mother of his children, Catherine Lyles Duvall.Family will receive friends at Beall Funeral Home, 6512 N.W. Crain Highway (Rte. 3 South), Bowie, MD on Thursday, October 23, 2014 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate David's life will be held Friday, October 24, 2014 at St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, 14300 St. Thomas Church Road, Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment, St. Thomas' Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Thomas' Episcopal Church or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. Please view and sign the family's guestbook at:www.beallfuneral.com
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for DAVID DUVALL
Pat & MB Godbold
November 1, 2014
We are so sorry. Our prayers are with you. God has His arms wrapped around you, you will be alright.
October 24, 2014
Brenda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. David was the best boss a gal could have and I loved every day of working for him. I am so happy that you and David enjoyed those 36 years together, and oh the memories you must have of your travels, etc. My love to you, Davey, Priscilla, and Liza. We will truly miss our David. Bettye Ryan (Br)
October 24, 2014
Our lives were enriched by the 21 years we worked with David to support St. Thomas' Parish. With love from Lisa and Ed Raffetto
Shannon Brechtel
October 23, 2014
An extraordinary man brings hope and happiness to those around him. Thank you.
October 23, 2014
Brenda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Richard and Pinky Slingluff
John P. Mills, Jr
October 23, 2014
God will take care of you and yours.
John P. Mills, Jr
October 23, 2014
Brenda and family, how I remember being in Davids 8th grade core class at GPjr-sr high school, when notice came across the pa system, that President Kennedy had been killed.He taught all our class what composure was.l have been thankful in my life for what and how he taught me.His memory will live on and be remembered every day.God will take care of you and yours.
October 23, 2014
The only true gentleman I have ever known. A great man. Diane Tayman, formerly of Croom, Md.
October 23, 2014
I am sorry to learn of your lost. May our Heavenly Father grant you peace and endurance in your time of grief.
Patrick Bernard
October 23, 2014
Dearest Brenda and Liza, Patrick and I are with you in our thoughts.
Linda thompson
October 23, 2014
Brenda, you are in my thoughts and prayer. I feel very Blessed to have been given the opportunity to have shared so many wonderful memories with Davis! . He will be forever in my heart .
Linda Thimpson (New Mexico)
October 23, 2014
Elizabeth Duley Smith worked with David at the Board of Education in Upper Marlboro
Philip Watson, Jr.
October 23, 2014
Really very sorry to hear about David's passing. I fondly remember David and Brenda from the Christmas morning open-house my folks (Phil & Betty) used to host. Super people, both. My deepest condolences to the Duvall family.
Timmy and Agnes Bennett
October 23, 2014
Brenda. Timmy and I are so sorry to here about Dave's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary/Kathy Hoeft
October 23, 2014
Brenda, we were so sorry to hear of David's passing. Our prayers and love are with you and your family through this time.
October 23, 2014
I extend my sincerest condolences to you, the family of Mr. Duvall. In 1983, he interviewed me for my first teaching position in Prince George's County. I remember how nervous I was as I took the test at the Board of Education. When I had completed the test and my paper had been scored, I was warmly greeted by Mr. Duvall who said, "I wanted to meet the person who scored 100% on the math section." I remember his smile and how he put me at ease. He represented the Board of Education extremely well, and after all of these years, I still remember his kindness. May God grant you peace and comfort as you mourn the passing of your loved one and celebrate his legacy of service, rspect, and love for all.
Peace to you,
Barbara W. Smalling
Temple Hills, MD
Melissa Rees
October 23, 2014
Prayers of comfort to Brenda, Priscilla, Davey and Liza.
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