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David Laden Obituary
January 12, 1943 - July 30, 2013
Dave passed away at Little Company of Mary Medical Center after a short illness. He was born in Los Angeles, and moved to Redondo Beach in 1964 with his loving wife and daughter " on the way". In his 70 years, he touched so many with his ear to ear grin and love of telling jokes. He's walked many miles along the Esplanade and city streets, and spent hours jaw jacking with countless friends and strangers. He is predeceased by his parents, Kenneth and Mary and his son Patrick. Dave is survived by his wife of 51 years, Marilyn; daughter, Susan (Anthony); grandsons, David, Tyler and Riley; and the family pets, JJ and Sonny. Dave's life's work was in the Printing Industry as a letter pressman and paper salesman. He loved it and was very involved in all aspects of the industry, including being a member of the Craftsman Club and the Comma Club. A few of Dave's faves #8230; reading, fishing, hiking, camping, coin hunting, yoga, trips with the guys, laughing, relaxing in the patio with his dogs, and spending time with family and friends. Viewing will be held at Rice Mortuary, 5310 Torrance Blvd., Monday, August 5th, from 4-8pm. A casual gathering for "toasts reminiscing" will be held at the Elks Lodge - RB, Saturday, August 17th from 12 - 5pm. A private burial at sea will be held later this month. Please visit www.lafuneral.com to send the family messages and to share messages. Sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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GLENN ROTH
August 1, 2021
THE YEARS CONTINUE TO PASS ON BUT MEMORIES OF OUR FRIENDSHIP ARE NEVER ENDING. HOW COULD I EVER FORGET THOSE DAYS AND NIGHTS AT MIKE'S PITCHER HOUSE AMONG OTHER MEMORIES. LOTS OF GOOD TIMES. REST WELL OLD FRIEND KNOWING YOU MADE MANY FRIENDS OVER THE YEARS . R.I.P
GLENN ROTH
July 29, 2020
ANOTHER YEAR GONE BYE. MY BUDDY I THINK OF YOU DAILY. MANY TIMES IT STARTS WITH YOU, CRAIG THE PINCHER AND I WALKING OVER TO THE FIRST GRADE AT 95TH ST. SCHOOL. OUR FRIENDSHIP NEVER WAIVERED FROM THAT TIME FORWARD. JR. HIGH AND WASHINGTON HI. WEDDINGS, BIRTHS, DEATHS. I LOOK BACK REMEMBERING THE GOOD DAYS. SAVE A GLASS OF DAGO RED WINE FOR ME, I WILL BE HAPPY TO SHARE MORE GOOD TIMES WITH YOU "LADY BUG".
richard beyne
August 5, 2013
i will miss your beautiful soul. marilyn, my thoughts are with you.
Shelita Allen
August 5, 2013
Marilyn, I'm so sorry for your loss .. May God grant you and your family with peace and comfort .. Shelita
Sunshine Whitaker
August 5, 2013
Mrs. Laden,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
GLENN ROTH
August 4, 2013
65 YEARS OF GOOD MEMORIES. HOLD ONTO THAT JOKE UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN OLD FRIEND.
August 4, 2013
Marilyn, I am sorry. Take care of yourself. Hugs, Halina
Frank & Maren Fowler
August 4, 2013
Its been a long road Dave, but you walked it with style, grace, and humor.. good job. We'll see you down the road.
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