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David Allen Hollingsworth
1951 - 2020
BORN
1951
DIED
2020
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David Hollingsworth Obituary
7/8/1951 - 9/10/2020
David Allen Hollingsworth, 69, of Ormond Beach, FL died September 10, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. Dave is survived by his wife, Connie and his sisters, Bettye Fuller of Dubach, LA and Audry Marsalis of Bossier City, LA. Dave will also be missed by his Louisiana family of nieces and nephews and so many friends from his childhood and his professional years there. He will also be missed by his Florida in-law family of parents, siblings, nieces and nephews and all their families. Finally, all the friends from his career and his life in Florida will feel his loss. Dave spent 30 years as a band director and music teacher in Volusia County, FL and 12 years as a band director in Caldwell Parish, LA. In retirement he has been playing saxophone in big bands in the area. His bands were his passion. His legacy includes thousands of students whose success were his primary focus. Several years ago, he had the privilege of guest conducting a band in Louisiana; the ensemble included the children and grandchildren of former students. COVID restrictions are preventing us from gathering to celebrate Dave's life. If you are moved to offer flowers in condolence, instead contribute to the music department at your local school in Dave's name.
Online condolences may be made at www.allensummerhill.com. Allen-Summerhill DeLand is in charge of arrangements.
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October 6, 2020
I was a student of Mr. Hollingsworth from Caldwell Parish High, class of 87. God bless him.
Jill Matthews
September 18, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Hollingsworth. He taught my daughter at Silver Sand Middle School. He will be missed. Condolences to his family.
Andrew Kidd
September 17, 2020
David had touched humdreds of people in his lifetime. He reached and guided thousands of students in his music career. To read the comments from past fraternity brothers, students, teachers and neighbors, it is evident that Dave knew how to make people feel comfortable, loved and wanted.
DAVE - I met you when you first moved to Seabreeze HS.
I was a young band director at Spruce Creek and you helped me I so many ways- like a true brother. Whether it was “ how to get your flutes to play in tune” or “what piece should I play with my freshman band” or “ how do you teach secondary dominants to my AP music theory students..
you were a true friend and a great man.
CONNIE- I am so very sorry that he has left you so early in your marriage. Please stay strong. David would want you to carry on.... never give up.
Now that you are free of pain and living up in the next world.... I see you on the podium conducting your best High School Symphonic Band through the Gustav Holst Suite in F - one more time.........BUT THIS TIME THOSE DAMN TUBAS WILL GET THE FIRST FIVE NOTES OF THE INTRODUCTION CLEAN!!!
Rest Forever in Peace!
Andy Kidd
Cathy Boyle
September 17, 2020
I worked with David at Seabreeze, and his devotion to the band was unparalleled. Band students were as passionate about music as were football players playing the game. This came from David's ability to instill an extreme work ethic that carries them through more than just band. My thoughts are with his family.
Chris Endsley
September 15, 2020
I am so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. He was the band director and department chair my first year in VCS at Seabreeze. He has remained a cherished colleague over the years, always so interested in my career. Well done, good and faithful servant. Godspeed!
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