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David De Simone Obituary

De Simone, David
Born in Montbello, CA. Passed away suddenly on January 4, 2006 near his home in Los Angeles at the age of forty-six. Beloved husband of Autumn Kent De Simone. Loving son of Dolores O'Sullivan. Devoted brother to Ron De Simone, Jim O'Sullivan, and Shannon Mantell. David was an amazing artist with a brilliant mind. He studied ballet on scholarship at The Julliard School in New York with Hector Zaraspe. He studied acting with Stella Alder, Warren Robinson, John Ruskin, and many others in New York and Los Angeles. He was avidly pursuing a career in acting, having made several short and feature films and acted in dozens of plays. He was also a highly skilled craftsman, general contractor and project designer. He built and restored over two hundred homes as well as many commercial spaces. He owned and operated a large custom cabinetry shop which specialized in high-end architectural design provided to many properties in the Los Angeles area. He shared his enormous love of life, his vast knowledge and experiences, and the beauty and truth of his heart and soul with all of those most fortunate to have known him. He was and is dearly loved, a true beauty, and he will be remembered always. Funeral Mass, Saturday, January 7, 2006, 3:00 P.M., Christ the King Church, 624 N. Rossmore Ave., Los Angeles, 90004. In lieu of flowers donations in David's memory may be made to Huckleberry Fund of the Children's Hospital, 5000 Sunset Blvd., Ste 423D, Los Angeles, CA 90027, 323-660-2450 x 3655. Callanan Mortuary Directors, 1-800-901-0090 www.callananmortuaryservices.com

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2006.

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Tony Sanell

January 10, 2006

Autumn, I find myself somewhat speechless. The few times I met up with you and David, at family functions, was always fun for me. I enjoyed talking with David about our shared interests in the outdoors and motorcycling. May you find comfort in the love and support of your family and many friends; especially including me.

Love,

cousin Tony

Craig & Cinthya Boll

January 9, 2006

To My Family,

It is with great honor to have been called "Cousin" to David. My memories go way back to when we were just kids. What a great & loving person David was. Iam proud to have been his cousin. May the Lord Bless You, My Family. We love you!

Katie Brooks

January 8, 2006

Dear Autumn,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.



Love,

Katie

Michele DeSimone Clark

January 8, 2006

Dear Autumn & Dee,



I'm grateful to have found and known David even for a brief period. He was an amazing person and it brings joy to know he was loved so richly by you and his other family members and friends. With love, Michele

Jamie Louis

January 7, 2006

Dearest Autumn,

I only now heard the news about your sweet dear David. Both Michael and I are so sorry for your loss. I can't begin to tell you how much we enjoyed our brief time with him during Elaine's birthday party. He was so proud of his BBQ and it was so much fun to watch him share his home and BBQ secrets with everyone. I loved sitting next to him at the dinner Friday night: his repartee and charming smile and your love for

each other was so obvious. How wonderful that you found each other, even if your time together was brief.

We just want you to know we love you and are thinking about you.

Jamie and Michael

Cyndee Overland

January 7, 2006

To Autumn and David's family,



Our deepest heartfelt sympathy for the transition of David. We will always remember him as a beautiful soul that matched his incredible handsome looks. His smile, laugh, charisma and charm always made us feel welcome and loved. Our family is richer for having him in it, we feel blessed for having known him.



Much love,

Cyndee, Vince, Alexi and Bella Overland

Bobbie Roth

January 7, 2006

ELAINE JUST CALLED ME WITH THE SHOCKING NEWS!

MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOU, AUTUMN DEAR, AND ALL THE FAMILY.

SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF THE TIMES WE ALL SPENT TOGETHER, ESPECIALLY THESE PAST FEW YEARS.

I CALLED KAREN AND SHE SUGGESTED I WAIT A WHILE BEFORE I TRY TO REACH YOU PERSONALLY.

WITH SO MUCH LOVE,

BOBBIE AND ALL THE FAMILY

Amy Louderback

January 7, 2006

Dearest Autumn,

I am so sorry for your deep loss. Your love for each other is inspiring and beautiful and I will never forget the way you two looked at each other.

I love you!

Amy Louderback

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