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David Brainerd Obituary
David and Desiree moved to Inverness in 2001 from Key Largo, FL when they came to visit friends and David found his dream home which he named the D-N-D Ranch. He retired as a Journeyman Electrician. David graduated with honors from the Tampa Technical Institute with a degree in Computer Engineering Technology. He was a member of the VFW Post 4337 and a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles #3992 in Inverness, FL. David was an avid Nascar, Dale Earnhardt, and dragster fan. He spent many years going with his family and friends to races and even took his nephew Tyler Brantley to his first drag race. He taught some of his nieces and nephews to drive on the ranch. First with the golf cart and then with the old ranch truck, and always floored the gas pedal on them as they were driving across the pastures. He loved riding his Harley, driving his truck, and most of all he loved his dogs who he called his boys, Jake, Cody and Munchkin. He was never without a pat, a kind word and biscuit or treat for them.
He was a Christian who prayed daily and was a patient and faithful loving husband to Desiree. He was a kind and giving man and was always the first to help someone in need. David and Desiree met in Key Largo when David moved there after Hurricane Andrew. They spent many wonderful years boating and enjoying life with there many friends. He was known for his pineapple and ham dish at every potluck there and always had a smile and would ask "Who loves ya" and give that pinch. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
There will be a "Celebration of his Life" Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 1:00 PM at the Citrus Eagles Aerie #3992, located at 8733 E. Gulf to Lake Highway, Inverness, FL 34450. Final arrangements provided by the Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL.
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Desiree
December 29, 2024
Still missing you my love...It´s been 6 long years without you.
desiree l smith brainerd
August 7, 2022
Happy 13th wedding anniversary my love....I have been thinking of you all day....still missing you so very much. I still cry for you...We had so much fun on our wedding day. There just was not enough time for us...I love ya Baby....
Cindy and bryan
June 18, 2022
Wishing you a happy heavenly birthday you are greatly missed!
desiree l smith brainerd
June 18, 2022
Happy Heavenly Birthday Baby. I know you and the boys are in Heaven watching over me. My heart still breaks for you and I still cry. even now while I write this. My heart misses you so much...We have so many memories together here at the ranch that have kept me going but it is so hard for me even now. Our hearts and souls were so connected...Very few people get to experience the love and connection we had. You are forever in my heart Baby...Happy Birthday in Heaven Baby...I love you
Desiree
December 26, 2021
Merry Christmas in Heaven Baby. I miss you so much still. It is really hard going on with out you and now Jake and Cody are with you . Christmas is just not the same without you. I miss all the things we did together. I did put your tree up and your candy canes that you put up every year. I also still hang your stocking and Jake's and now Cody's too. I miss you and our boys...just ot the same without you. I love you baby....
desiree l smith brainerd
June 17, 2021
Happy Birthday in Heaven my Love. I know your beloved Jake is with you watching over us. I miss you so much. This was the last birthday we celebrated together. Ira and Carl are here at the Ranch and we are going to celebrate your birthday together. Rest in Peace my love until we meet again....
Deb Cox
June 18, 2020
David, in life we, sadly, have regrets where we wish we could get a "do over," and I have one of those because I never actually met you.
I knew Dee had married, and I knew you had to be someone really special to take her off the market and into marriage, yet our paths never seemed to sync and cross, and this is a regret I will always have because I know it is my loss to have not met the amazing man who stole Dee's heart.
I am wishing you a very, very happy heavenly birthday, and when I close my eyes I can only imagine all the heavenly wonders you are experiencing and will one day share with you Desiree.
Happy Birthday!!!!!
Kasey Parnell
June 18, 2020
Miss you sooooo much Uncle David! I loved when you gave us a hard time about constant Parcheesi games. I can just hear you saying You girls and your Parcheesi!
desiree l smith brainerd
June 18, 2020
Happy Birthday in Heaven Baby. This is the second birthday you are not here with me. I still miss and love you so much. It has been so hard going on without you here by my side. I so miss those good morning Baby along with that kiss. Losing Jake was losing a part of you all over again. Broke my heart all over again and the only comfort was knowing somehow, someway you two found each other since you were inseparable in life. I miss you so much Baby and my love for you lives on. I am trying to move on but it is hard to do without you. Always in my heart Baby...until we meet again....
Beverly Hayes
May 17, 2020
Hope youre resting in peace, David! Im sure you were thrilled to be reunited with Jake on Friday! You are missed by everyone that knew and loved you!
David and Jake in Key Largo FL
desiree smith
May 17, 2020
Baby, I am heartbroken again...Jake came to be with you this Friday. It just broke my heart but I know he is with you now. I held him in my arms until his last breath as I did with you. I told him to go to Daddy and loved on him and told him what a good boy he was. The pain I feel is heartbreaking and it brought back in full force the pain of losing you too..I miss you so much. I am trying to move on but you still have my heart...I am glad Jake is with you as you loved each other so much...rest in peace my love
Jake key Largo
desiree smith
May 17, 2020
Jake
desiree smith
May 17, 2020
Jake at Crib in Kwy Largo with David
desiree smith
May 17, 2020
David and Jake Key Largo , FL
desiree smith
May 17, 2020
Valentines Day 2018
desiree smith
February 14, 2020
Happy Valentines Day in Heaven my love. I still miss you terribly. Always in my heart my love,
desiree Brainerd
April 9, 2019
Hey Baby, I know this is where I am supposed to say goodby but I just can't do that yet. Everyone keeps saying they are waiting for me to sign before they do so here I go. I miss you so much. I miss that "Good Morning Baby", your kisses, your hugs when I needed them, and how you kept me grounded. My heart is still breaking for you. I keep hoping I am going to wake up from this nightmare and find you still sleeping in bed beside me...I love you Baby......
Brent and Beth Cravens
January 7, 2019
May you feel God's peace and presence in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patty Von Ferber
January 6, 2019
Many blessings to you my dearest Desiree. You are in my heart and in my prayers my Best Friend. David has gone to heaven but he will never leave our hearts. Love and Hugs Desi ! Rest in Peace David.
Debra Cox
January 6, 2019
Bob and I were so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you make your way through the days ahead. Rest in peace David.
January 5, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.sending our love Bryan and Cindy
Hanna and Ralph Perry
January 5, 2019
RIP David. Fly high and watch over us. You will be missed.
Joy Rianhard
January 4, 2019
God bless you, Desiree....David will always be looking down on you with love. May he rest in peace.
fred snowman
January 4, 2019
My pal David. Going to miss you. Rest in Peace my friend.
Tammy & Gaetan Vallieres
January 4, 2019
You will be greatly missed.
Beverly Hayes
January 4, 2019
Dear Desiree and Family. My heart aches for you knowing all the pain and sadness you are feeling! May all of your wonderful memories help to comfort you in the days, weeks and years that lie ahead. He will be missed by everyone that knew him! He will forever live on in your heart! May he Rest In Peace! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beverly Hayes
January 4, 2019
Dear Desiree and family. My heart aches for you, knowing the pain and sorrow you are feeling. May all of your wonderful memories help comfort you in the days, weeks and years ahead. He will be missed by everyone who knew him! May he Rest In Peace! He will live on forever in your heart.
Howard Gelbman
January 3, 2019
The People we love live on in our hearts.
It takes a long time to get used to the loss of someone we love.
Time is the great Healer, Rejoice in the good times you shared.
On behalf of Terry and myself
"LOVE DAD"
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