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David Estrada Obituary
Rebecca Estrada at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. On June 29, 2005, David's life was taken. This leaves a void that can never be filled. Our family is resolved not to allow the senseless violent and end to his life to obscure our fond and loving memories of our dear and beloved David Estrada. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ralph Carlos Estrada and Roy Campbell. David is survived by his parents, six sisters, Laura, Shawna, Andrea, Natalie, Ginger and Victoria and three brothers, Ralph George Jr., Carlos and Raymond Estrada and his grandmothers, Ruby Estrada and Edna Campbell. David attended St. Francis Xavier Grade School and St. Mary's High School. In addition to being an accomplished athlete, David loved music and computer games which he shared with his wide circle of friends. David, a fourth generation Phoenician, whose forbears were among the first to settle in Tempe leaves behind an extended family including aunts, uncles, five nephews, a niece and cousins that have been shattered, inconsolable and left to wonder what might have been. David, on behalf of all of us who have loved you, you will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. We may overcome our devastating sense of loss that now engulfs us and perhaps our profound sorrow may begin to fade, but we shall never forget nor shall that love ever diminish. It is now your time to watch over us. David, please know how much we will miss you. Visitation will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4715 N. Central Ave, on Wednesday, July 5, 2005 from 6-8 p.m. with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2005 at 9:30 at the church. Interment will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th Street, Phoenix.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Estrada
Jason Carvell
April 7, 2018
Rip brother...You we're a good man and good sailor. My heart is filled with grief knowing you are gone. Fair winds and following seas my friend...Your family is in my prayers.
taryn snyder
June 20, 2006
hye david-
i met uonce or twice, but from what i have heard u were great and will always b remembered!
vic and i have grown closer because i talk 2 her about u and i think it feels good 2 talk about it once in a while!
- have a great time until we all c u again
taryn
Monique
May 9, 2006
David not a day goes by that you are missed by everyone you left here on earth. I think about you every day. Today, my heart is even heavier as I know one of your good friends, David Lesselyong, now joins you in heaven. I know you two will be watching over all of us and are in a better place. Sometimes it's too difficult to understand why beautiful people are taken from us too early. I love you!
Andrea Estrada
March 22, 2006
Dave, It has almost been a year, it feels like just yesterday you were here with us. There is not a day goes by that I do not think what this world would be with you still in it. Everytime a song plays there is not one that does not remind me of you. Everytime the song Freebird comes on I know that is how you wanted to be and that is what you were. I only wish I could have one more day with you but then I would want a lifetime more. You are the best and I miss you so much. I love you Dave!
cassie vasquez
October 3, 2005
One word to describe David is beautiful. he was beautiful both in his spirit and mind. David has taught us all more about life than most could IMAGINE. David lives through all of his friends and his love is spread through our love for music and most importantly, love for life. His loving smile and gentle nature will never be forgotten. miss you david...keep singin the Beatles
Laura Walker
September 16, 2005
Hey David,
I didn't really talk to you much, but you were a great guy. You loved your friends and life. Like everyone is saying now you are with good people in Heaven. Say hi to my buddy Ryan Mulhern who died about 3 and 1/2 months before you. You are a great guy who will be forever missed. I'm sorry we didn't talk much. Well buddy may you always rest in peace and look out over the Graduated class of 2004. You are forever loved and will be forever missed.
jehn glynn
August 18, 2005
hey woozy... whats up dude? o mann i miss you, i had to write you one more time to let you know (even tho i bet you have seen me) i am in san diego and remember how we talked about the blue whale, well i was talking to my friend while playing in the ocean with boogy boards and i was like.. " i am going to find the blue whale" and then i had not been able to ride a wave the whole way all day, and right as i said that i rode the wave all the way back to the beach practically! and i went to mexico as well, i know you would have loved it. i miss you woozy... i think about you everyday all daylong. i still dont really belive it, but i know you are with awesome people. tell john i say whats up, and that i know he did what he needed to do with yoko for love. because, as one said... all you need i love. :o)
i love you and truly miss you.
- jeni
Daniel Gregory
August 16, 2005
Dave,
Once again I write to you, but I left out some things in my last one. Do you remember when we would go to the park and just talk and shoot hoops, or going to the Land Of D (Disneyland) going on Thunder, Splash, Space, and Haunted. To bad you didn't get to go to California Adventure, and go on the Tower Of Terror. Remember when we went to San Diego with Sin and Guy and you ditched me at that one wooden roller coaster thank you ditching me. I hope your jamming with Bob Marley up in heaven tell him I said hi and tell Papo I said hi too. Miss you a whole lot. I'm a big wreck without you. By the way am I a brownie. I want to be a brownie!!!!!!!!
Love,
Dan the man
Daniel Gregory
July 28, 2005
Hey Dave,
I will miss you so much!!! You will always be in my heart till the day I die. This family is a wreck without you. You are my fav. I wonder what you are doing right now. Every day I go in your room and think about the great times we had together. Like playing games, playing Basketball with you, and my favorite time is just being with my Davey. ok that name Davey is a little cheese ballish. Rest in peace forever. By the way you will always be a live in me.
your fav,
Dan The Man
R. Shaun Gray
July 23, 2005
David,
I did not know you as much as I would have liked to however; the last four and a half years that I have shared with you, your sister and family are honestly the ones best of my life. The memories I have of you, I will cherish forever. Our cigarette conversations, similar taste in music, and most of all your almost instantaneous acceptance of me into your family. I will never forget the time at Encanto park when you said, “All You Need Is Love “ that cliché has been in songs and poems throughout time, but no one has ever said it with as much belief and conviction as you. I did not understand at the time, but watching your family and community react to your passing has now made it clear. Those are words the entire world can learn from and hopefully live by, you sure did. I honestly believe you are a martyr for this and other causes you held dear to your heart. I sincerely hope those who were around you learn form your passing, and continue to celebrate your life.
It was one said that every man dies, but not every man truly lived. We all know in our heart of hearts you truly lived Dave. I say this because you touched more people in your shot twenty years than most of us do in an entire lifetime, and you will live on in the hearts, minds, and dreams of every one of those lives that were touched by your warm, free-loving spirit. You were never just “another brick in the wall;” you were and continue to be a shining star, a bright spot in this dark, cruel world of ours. They say time heals all wounds, I disagree. There will always be a special spot in our hearts for you, and no one could ever fill your shoes. But now you can truly fulfill your destiny of protecting and watching over your sisters, family and loved ones.
We feel you all around us Dave, through music, stories and various signs and most of all your love. Some of us are still waiting to wake up from this horrible nightmare, not wanting to admit you are gone, but missing you all the while. You will never be forgotten, in fact Natalie and I are going to name our first son after you and instill in him the same values and spirituality that made you so special. Throughout every special event in our lives, there will always be an empty chair waiting for you. I pray you know how much your family, friends and even acquaintances loved and admired you unconditionally. I think I have shed more tears for you than I have in my entire lifetime, you were an exceptional person and this is just not fair!
Well, until we see you again. I hope you are jammin with your idols and have a seat at the head table with the big guy. I leave you with the last word of Saint David himself which I think you would enjoy-
“ Be Steadfast, Brothers, and do The Little Things”
Rest In Peace David, We Will Find Justice
Shawna Estrada
July 21, 2005
To my brother David,
You are the light of my life and you will live with me forever. Words cannot express my love for you. When Dr. D came out of the delivery room and said, "Mr. Estrada, you have a beautiful baby boy" I thought to myself, "No, I have a beautiful baby boy!" And a beautiful boy you were, so kind, so thoughtful, so loving of your family, most importantly, your sisters. Life will never be the same without you, your love, your gorgeous smile and just having you as our brother. Watch over us, especially your little sisters, Ginger and Victoria. You are the best brother I could have ever wished for. Everytime I see that little lellow banana, I will know it is you, following me. Oh, and Dave, we WILL be together again.
I love you,
Shawna (your favorite, I know the other sisters disagree, oh well...)
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xoxoxoxo
p.s. I love you forever, I love you for always, as long as I'm living my baby you'll be.
Kristin Heiple
July 16, 2005
The Estrada family has left an enormous impression on my heart. The close and loving relationship they have is something I admire and model my (new) family after. I felt at home when I was at your house and never felt like a guest. Because your family is so strong I know you will be okay, so I just want to thank you for leaving this impression that I will share forever. All my love!
Kristin
Monique Prehoda
July 15, 2005
David,
How someone could take such a special person from all of us is beyond my ability to understand. I still do not want to believe you are gone. It is so obvious how many lives you have touched in your 20 years and we are all grateful for having you in our lives. I hope you know how much we all love you and can see how many people you have touched. My memories will never fade especially of your beautiful smile and how much you truly loved your family and friends. We are hurting down here but will manage somehow to find a way to heal. It is now your time to watch over us, especially your sisters and mom. They miss you so much. You were like the brother I never had and I thank you for that. I know you would have been a success later on in life, leaving your mark on the world. You will never be forgotten and I will always love you. Rest in Peace. Until we meet again, David.
Mrs. Estrada and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know words cannot express what you are feeling but know that you are loved. David will always be alive in your memories. We are here for you, you are not alone. No one will ever forget David as he will live on through each of us and our memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. David was God's gift to all of us and I am thankful for the small amount of time we got to have with him.
All of My Love,
Monique Prehoda
Carmen Hanko
July 14, 2005
To my dear Estrada family:
Words can not express the sorrow I have for your loss. Please know that you are loved by so many; especially me.
David:
Your memory, and smile, will not be forgotten. Please watch over your family and friends.
ginger estrada
July 13, 2005
david,
you have always been my inspiration in life and will always be. I have learn so many valuable things from you that gives me my personality, and without you and your guidance i would not be who i am today. I will remember the memories i have spent with you and put them in a place within my heart. I will take a special part of you, and bring you out through myself. thank You for always making me laughing that would keep a smile on my face throughout the rest of the day. For everything you have done for me, I will love you forever and ever
~ BROWNIES FOR LIFE~...hows you rec?
ginger (your favorite....really)
Sister Linda Campbell
July 9, 2005
Mr. & Mrs. Estrada and family,
I am in Ohio and heard of David's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time. Know that David's love for each of you rests in your hearts forever.
God's Blessings to each of you!
Mary Dolmage
July 7, 2005
David,
Your memory will forever be in my heart as well as all others you so dearly touched over the years. I am so thankful that I was able to be a part of confirmation with you.
The Estrada Family,
My prayers, love and blessings are always with you.
John Paul Conceio
July 7, 2005
David,
I will always remember you not as a person, but as my little brother. I will always remember all the good times that we spent together. Our friendship will never be forgotten. I love you and miss you very much. Watch over all of us. J.P.
Bob & Betty Gomez
July 7, 2005
Becky and the entire Estrada Family:
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of David.
May the peace of our Lord be with all of you always.
Gwen and Mere
July 6, 2005
David,
We can't express in words the grief and loss we have when we heard of your passing. We not only feel like we have lost a friend, but a close member of our family. We will never forget the memories we had together and will cherish them to the fullest. You are such a amazing person that words can't describe. Our prayers will always be with you and your family. We love you so much and we will never ever forget you.We love you and will miss you dearly Dave!!!
Mary Ann Kinsman
July 6, 2005
Constant love of family is the great gift that you given to all of your beautiful children, Rebecca. What a priceless treasure they have. May the Lord shine on you and give you His peace.
Liz Glynn
July 6, 2005
My little woozy,
How you smiled so. How you breathed life into all who were around you. How you held my hand when I felt so lost. The love you gave was endless. You became part of our family and will be forever, for you are etched into our hearts and our souls.... and our patio chair! David you will be missed and thought of continuously. Thank you for taking care of my sister, your best friend and mine! I love you with all my heart... I will meet you by the ocean!
Love Always and forever,
Liz
marissa larkin
July 6, 2005
Davie i'm missing your smile and beautiful mind. you have changed all of our friends with your thoughts on life. You saw beauty in everything. I cant wait to be listening to elton john "just croc rockin" with you again. I love you.
Patricia Pittman
July 5, 2005
David was a unique individual, one with a heart so deep he could engulf a small village. David CARED about you and what you had to tell him. David found happiness in the happiness of others and that is a quality not found in many people. David I will always remember our memories and you will forever be in my heart! GOD BLESS and FOREVER REST IN PEACE!!!
Amy Paul
July 5, 2005
David, I miss you so much. I cant even fathom why someone would take such a precious life such as yours. You made us all think about things that we never would have thought about and you introduced me to some of the greatest music of all time. I love you for that. May you rest in peace and let it be.
Becky Armendariz
July 5, 2005
D-Man...
I keep asking God why he takes away people who put so much love and life into others. As I can see from this guest book, you did just that. I am sorry I did not keep in touch after high school. But, you'll always bring a smile to my face whenever I think about you kiddo!
<3 Becky
Kellen Cross
July 5, 2005
David- I only met you once or twice and you seemed like a pretty cool brother. We are all praying for the Estrada family and we keep you and your family in our hearts.
jehn glynn
July 4, 2005
dude! doode! duuude!! hey huni... whats up? you know i love you emensly and my love for you will never fade. your my best buddy, side kick, my companion. i never went a day without you this past year and some od months, and i will always carry your teachings, thoughts and love with me everywhere. you taught me how to live and i cannot thank you enough. i miss you so much and i cant wait to see you again someday. i love you woozy. ill never forget you. keep on smiling and laughing. "singing sweet songs, a melody prue and true, this is my message to you. everything is going to be alright. singing don't worry."
peace - jehn
The Oney Family
July 4, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep David in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you some kind of peace in this heart wrenching time.
Endres Family
July 4, 2005
We are so shocked at the death of David. We have been thinking of all of you and praying for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and miss you and are so sad with you.
Our Sympathies,
The Endres Family
Kiley O'Melia
July 4, 2005
"There are things that we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know but have to learn, and people we can't live without but have to let go." - Author Unknown
David, life without you will go on but will surely never be the same. You truly knew how to bring a smile to someone's face and lighten up a room. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Estrada family, may you find some peace. My love always.
Barbara and Leslie Wankowicz
July 4, 2005
Our hearts and prayers are with Rebecca and all of her family. We only met David a couple times, at Victoria’s softball games cheering her on. He seemed to be a much loved older brother. Gain strength from the love and support extended to you from your extended family and friends. May God bless your family and may David watch over all over you.
Victoria Estrada
July 4, 2005
hey davie,
never forget times tping,with u , Noah,Stephen,Hannah,and Jehn, we were the best. Great times vickypooh will always be ur nick name for me and no one elses! BROWNIES 4 LIFE NO DOUBT ABOUT IT!
U WERE MY FAVE AND WILL ALWAYS BE!
i miss u so much and wenever i hear a song from the 60's u come to mind and u were like an angel on earth ..so perfect
u will never be forgotten
i luv u dave
*peace in the middle east*
rob o'donnell
July 4, 2005
I have dont say that everybody is gonna miss because we already do. You were a great and genuine person and whether dave knew it or not, you helped to change my friends life, he titled his paper "Mogley, the man who opened my eyes." you were a great person and we'll always miss you.
Joe Dora
July 4, 2005
Pepe,
Your love will never be forgotten. You were a genuine brother, son, friend and human being. It was a honor to be a small part of your life. May you rest in peace and keep an eye on your sisters who loved you unconditionally.
The Heiple Family
July 4, 2005
Our hearts go out to the Estrada Family. I remember that beautiful little boy walking down the St. Francis sidewalk. Always with a smile on his face. I remember St. Francis Little League games with all the Estrada kids cheering on David. What I remember the most is Rebecca loving and adoring her son David. May all of you find peace and comfort in the memories you share. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Joelle Zlaket
July 3, 2005
David will constantly remain in my prayers. Life may come and go but memories stay forever. I did not know David very well, but i know that he was a good person. May he rest in peace.
Natalie Estrada
July 3, 2005
Hey Babes,
You are going to be missed soo much but never forgotten. A piece of my heart is with you, so when I see you in heaven I want it back!!! Watch over us and protect us. I love you soo much my best friend.
Love always
Natalia
Betty O'Melia
July 3, 2005
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. (from a headstone in Ireland)
There is so much love in the Estrada family for each other and for David that his memory will be bright and constant. We continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Betty
Angelica Pineda
July 3, 2005
We all loved david and will miss him soo much. One of the most genuine people I've ever met. He taught everyone so much. He's everywhere we go now, no one will be alone anymore b.c david is there. We just have to remember the good times, try to laugh, and LET IT BE.
I miss and love you David.
Andrea Estrada
July 3, 2005
I Love you and will never forget all the memories we shared as brother and sister. Please watch over Vic and Ging and all our friends. You have so many friends. I loved our late night playstation games. You were the best brother and one could ask for. I Love you!
Dre xoxoxoxoxoxoxox Peace!
Erin Stevens
July 3, 2005
David really cared abut his freinds. He had a tremendous respect for women, his family, and his freinds. He always had this huge grin on his face and never hesitated to cheer me up when came to school sad. I regret not keeping as close contact after St. Mary's as I wish I did. David was one of the first faces I met at ST. Mary's. He was a very calm, easygoing guy, and very pleasent to be around. I am shocked by this sensless tragedy and have so many things I wish I said. I will miss you David. I will NEVER forget you...
Marilyn Westbrook
July 3, 2005
David dwells in the Kingdom of Heaven with the loved ones who have passed before him. My vision of David will forever be one of happy times past. My heart is broken.
Cami
July 3, 2005
love you babes :)
Devin Kelly
July 3, 2005
David was an amazing person. I was never great friends with David, but the times I did spend with him were always filled with laughter. David impacted all that he met and will be missed by all that knew him. His memory will always live on through his wide circle of friends and I will keep him and his family in my thoughts and prayers.
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