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1946
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2021
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David Kark Obituary
June 16, 1946 - September 17, 2021
Bradenton, Florida -
David Raymond Kark died on September 17, 2021 at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center of Covid-19 complications. David had both shots!
He was born in Binghamton, NY on June 16, 1946 to Raymond Kark and Christine Snow and resided in Port Crane, NY until 1964 when he moved to Dayton, OH.
David is survived by his longtime friend, Donald W. Dunnington, several cousins including a special cousin, Donnie Snow. David is also survived by five nephews, two nieces and their families, along with many friends in Sarasota, Bradenton, Dayton and Binghamton. David was predeceased by his parents and four siblings; Nancy, Charles, Diane and Lesley.
In 1971 David joined and became manager of the Dayton Racquet Club, the premier private dining club of Dayton. He remained manager until he retired in 1991. After a brief period of private restaurant ownership, David accepted a sales position with Dunnington Custom Builders, Inc. David led the sales team with great success in Centerville and Yankee Trace Golf Course during his employment. David retired from Dunnington Custom Builders, Inc. in June 2006 and moved to Florida in July of that year. He quickly tired of retirement and took a part time job driving a medical van with Doctor's Transport. He loved helping other people and enjoyed comradery with his dispatcher Zac.
David's life has always had two consistencies; God and Food. David is a saved Christian and he loved food. In business and friendship, David was always the cook and if you were in his Kitchen or were his server, Beware!!, he was very particular. David had a great sense of humor and thoroughly loved his friends. GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU LIVE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
GOODBYE DEAR FRIEND
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00PM, with Services to follow at 7:00PM, Thursday, September 23, 2021 at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 26th Street Chapel, 5624 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34207. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bible Baptist Church, 2113 57th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34208 or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Kark
Jeffrey Stoneking
August 29, 2024
David was a good man. He opened eyes with wisdom and humour.
Frank Titus
September 29, 2021
RIP Dave.
Deb Szima
September 23, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jon and Pattie Kark
September 22, 2021
Although our hearts are broken, we know that you are in heaven with the family there rejoicing. You will be deeply missed here on earth. Your legacy of good food, good friends and good times will be carried on to the next generation.
All our love, Jon and Pattie
Tamara Powers
September 22, 2021
David was a man was selective on who he kept close in his life. He loved his great friend Don the very most! He was kind and helpful to those he knew needed it. He will be missed in this world. We could all use a person like David in our lives and world! Sorry you died so young but perhaps God needed you to help run a division in heaven. Hugs to all that morn his loss. - Tammy
Vicki Lucius
September 21, 2021
My sincere condolences to family and friends.
Brett & Terri Dunnington
September 21, 2021
May your memories carry you through your grief. God bless you during this difficult time.
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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory (26th St. Chapel) - Bradenton5624 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34207
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23
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Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory (26th St. Chapel) - Bradenton5624 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34207
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