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Dave Rawlins passed away peacefully at his St. Simons Island home in the early morning of November 26, 2024, following complications brought on by dementia. He is now in his forever home with Jesus.
Born David Davidson Rawlins on January 25, 1945, in Washington, D.C. to Robert Haigh Rawlins and Charlene Davidson Rawlins, he grew up in Kensington, MD. Dave graduated from the University of Florida, where he was a Sigma Chi and then the University of Georgia School of Law.
He served as United States Assistant District Attorney for the Southern District, Assistant District Attorney for Fulton County, GA, followed by 35 years serving clients in the private practice of law.
Dave was married to Cindi Creswell Rawlins for 57 very happy years. He loved to read Matthew Henry, teach Bible classes, spend casual time with his family, swim and play Canasta with Cindi and his friends. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two lovely daughters, Martha Davidson Heid (John), Elizabeth Huntington Sproule (Greg); as well as brother, John Haigh Rawlins; grandchildren, Christian Davidson Heid, Mary Elizabeth Creswell Heid, Clayton Rawlins Sproule; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please send any remembrance to the charity of your choice or Help the Persecuted (htp.org).
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David Boron
December 5, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dave´s passing but thankful he is now home with Christ. So glad I had the blessing of getting to know Dave. We always shared such special times of fellowship that I will always cherish.
Lisa Alexander
December 3, 2024
Jack and I are so very sorry for your loss, Martha, Cindi and Elizabeth. I know that you will miss his presence in your lives. Praying for you as you grieve this loss during the Advent season.
Elizabeth LeSueur
November 29, 2024
Cindi and Liz I´m so very sorry, but we know know he´s in a better place.
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