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DAVID BETHKE Obituary
DAVID WARREN BETHKE (Age 58)
On Friday, July 5, 2019, of Derwood, MD. Beloved son of the late Ronald and Bernice Bethke; father of Katie Beaulieu and Bernice Bethke; brother of Linda Paddison, Cecilia Bethke, Laura Hill, Ronald Bethke, II, Mary Mitchell, Eileen Foster and Louise Cahill. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at St. Jane Frances de Chantal Church, 9601 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD, Tuesday, July 9, from 10 to 10:45 a.m.; where the Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:45 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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for DAVID BETHKE
Bonnie McAleer
July 2, 2020
Still missing you....
Dave & Stan Roper
Stan Roper
August 6, 2019
My prayers are with the Bethke family. My heart was broken when I heard David had passed. He has been my friend since 1st grade and we always stayed in touch. When I traveled back to Maryland, we would get together for dinner or a beer even if it was just for a couple hours. We would discuss times gone by when we were kids at age 10 going to Disney World or just Ocean City. In recent years he visited in Daytona Beach and we went to the Daytona 500 and had a blast. I never ever really call him Rabbit he was always Dave to me and.... a Brother to me. Over the last few years when we talked or text late at night, one thing was constant, Dave always asked how my mother was and to say hi from him. Then at the end of our talk or text he always said "Love you Stan, talk soon!"..... I miss him very much.
There are two 30 second videos on YOUTUBE of Dave enjoying the Daytona 500 from 5 years ago. I have put the links and video titles here if you want to cut and paste.
Dave at Daytona 500 part 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDYtCf0_dyA
Dave at Daytona 500 part 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iypbvqi9bbY
Lori Brubaker Morales
July 18, 2019
Holding the Bethke family in my prayers at this very sad time. May you each find peace in the coming days.
July 12, 2019
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I'm so sad to hear of David's passing. I have so many good memories of growing up next door to David and your whole family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, his family, and friends.
Norah Clair Gourlay
July 10, 2019
Dearest Bethke family,
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I remember David's smile, his laugh - sense of humor back in the day! xoxox
Mark Giebel
July 9, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. It was so nice to share a laugh or two with David at the last DeChantal reunion at the Knights. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family.
Gina Buttinelli Smith
July 9, 2019
David was a big ole teddy bear to me!!! Always smiling and enjoying life. God bless the Bethke family. Love you all.
Susan Pasteur
July 9, 2019
For your Morrisville PA cousins your were a joy to be around. The smile on your face and the great hugs will be missed. I remember Aunt Rose was always so happy to see you. I know she is there to welcome you and to get that big hug. May you rest in peace. Love you.
July 9, 2019
Thoughts and prayers for David and all his family. Though I have been out of the area a long time I have very fond memories of Rabbit, brother Ronnie and all the fellas of B-town and DeChantal.Rest in peace, David. As the old Irish blessing goes, "And until we meet again. May God hold you in the palm of His hand." God's love and comfort to all his family.
Tom Murnane
DeChantal '73
Fort Worth,Texas
Bruce Vaughn
July 9, 2019
I can't think of anyone that didn't smile for one reason or another when they heard the name rabbit. Always looking for fun and a good time. You were always kind to other people. Rest in peace now David.
P L
July 9, 2019
I am so very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this difficult time.
Bonnie McAleer
July 9, 2019
Dave, I've known you most of my life, when we all go our separate ways about our journey, somehow we know nothing of distance in time. I spoke to you a couple months ago, The joy and excitement in your voice, the unconditional friendship that was still there. It is mind boggling to me that when it's time to go home it changes forever those left behind.
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before I knew it
And only God really knows why.....
Rest in eternal peace Rabbit my prayers and thoughts are with you, you're family and friends.
Dedie Giuliani
July 9, 2019
I was so sorry to hear the news of David's passing - my memories of him go back to DeChantal and the class of 75- thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family -May memories turn tears to smiles!
Nancy Gorman
July 8, 2019
I was so sad to hear that David had passed away. I will always remember him laughing and joking around. He was a special guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family.
Christine DIMOND Kirby
July 8, 2019
I am quite saddened to learn of David's passing. May Perpetual Light shine upon you, David; Rest in Peace, brother. Christine Dimond (DeChantal '75)
Cindy Furman Andrews
July 8, 2019
I am saddened to hear of David's passing, we go way back. He was a fun guy, and I Am sure will be missed. My condolences to the Bethke family, and his daughters. RIP Dave .
July 8, 2019
Had some good times with rabbit always made me laugh which is one of the best things about life buddy
Scott Duggan
July 8, 2019
I am heartbroken at this news of David's passing, my most sincere sorrow and condolences to all the bethke family
Linda Eaton
July 8, 2019
To the Bethke family. I'm so sorry to hear of Rabbit's passing. I believe God has a unique plan for each and every one of us that is beyond all human understanding. I pray he's resting peacefully. Cherish the memories!
Ron Eaton
July 8, 2019
Very Sorry for your loss. Its difficult losing good people. Thinking of your family at this difficult time.
Tina Ukwu
July 8, 2019
Dear Eileen, life is a journey and like any journey, it must come to a destination. He has gone to begin another journey. May God grant you and your family the strength to bear this lose. It is well with his soul. Take courage, God is in control.
Marge Littleford
July 8, 2019
To Eileen & Family, Thinking of you and praying that you will be comforted by memories of Rabbit. May he Rest In Peace and Perpetual Light shine upon him.
Dawn Fitzpatrick
July 8, 2019
My heart goes out to all of you! May God rest his soul and provide comfort to each of his loved ones.
July 8, 2019
Rabbit.... Thanks for the Memories! Rest in Peace!
Brian Walsh
Laura Verdi
July 8, 2019
So sorry to hear this new and prayers to David's family. I see familiar names in the guest entries and am reminded of some really fun times in years past. RIP David.
Jackey Hankard-Brodie
July 8, 2019
David always had the best smile and laugh. I will always hold a piece of him in my heart. My prayers are with you all at this time.
Ellen Simler
July 8, 2019
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.
Dave Householder
July 8, 2019
We had lot of great times when we were kids ... you will be sorely missed my old friend. May you Rest In Peace.
July 8, 2019
Please know that those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. -Psalms 116:15
Sakiru Salami
July 8, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Agnes Diaz
July 8, 2019
To Eileen, My thoughts and prayers are with you as you remember your dear brother Rabbit.
Linda Cavanaugh
July 8, 2019
You always gave the best hugs! RIP
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