David Ernest Lay

Remembering a kind and loving friend to our family in Australia Thankyou David.

Dave, it´s been 15 years since you left us, I think of you very often. You had such an amazing and uplifting spirit, I miss your friendship and your fun personality. The world has become a bit darker in the last few years and we could all benefit from your presence in our lives. The light that you gave has truly been missed and I long for the day when all who knew and loved you will once again be at your side and once again share great times together. Thank you for being a mentor and...

Dave was a fantastic and and work colleague! What a hard worker. I miss him so much. I know he is serving others on the other side though! I feel his present every time I visit the temple. This was the place shared many memories together in Houston while working together.

Dear Melanie, Ashley, Bethany, and Rachel,

We were so very saddened to hear of David's sudden passing. Your Mother and Father were some of the first neighbors that extended their friendship when we moved into the Midvale area. We had them to dinner at our home one evening and I still remember what great fun your Dad was as we played games well into the evening. One Christmas day late at night I was out shoveling a neighbors walks and met your Dad doing the same. We spent a good couple...

Melanie, Ashley, Bethany and Rachel

We are sorry that the miles don't allow us to be there in person to tell you how much we love you. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for the sudden loss of your dad. He had that ability to put one at ease and make you smile. We love him as we do your mom. You have always stuck together and we know your lives will continue to be enriched as you look after each other.

Ashley, Melanie, Bethany, & Rachel;
We lived as your neighbors on Casa Roja in Midvale UT back when your Mother Marilyn was still alive. She was a wonderful wife & mother, and Rachel, the last time we saw you, you were just an infant. We all had alot of fun dressing up, doing crafts, and watching funny movies. We were so shocked to hear about your Father David on the news a week ago. Our family wants to wish you our very best during this difficult time. May God, bless you & keep you...

I am very sorry for your loss. I remember well your father's wonderful sense of humor. We served together in the church when he was the ward clerk, prior to your mother's illness. He always seemed to wear a smile and to have a pleasant countenance.

Bethany and sisters,
I am so very sorry that your wonderful dad has passed away. I hope you will be comforted and know how many people love you very much. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Jennifer B. - Sandy (Copperview) Ward
Bethany's Young Womens leader