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David West Obituary
David was born on September 1, 1964, in Memphis, TN, to Eugene C. West and Vivian Womble West.
David fell in love with baseball in the first grade. He was drafted in 1983 out of Craigmont High School in the fourth round by the New York Mets as a left- handed pitcher. He played minor league ball until 1988 when he got called up to play for the Mets. He was with them from 1988 - 1989. He was traded to the Minnesota Twins where he played from 1989 - 1992 and won the World Series in 1991. He was then traded to the Philadelphia Phillies where he played from 1993 - 1996 and pitched in the 1993 World Series. In 1997 he went on to play for the Fukuoka Daiei Hawks in Japan and retired after playing for the Boston Red Socks in 1998.
David was a natural born coach. He was wonderful mentor and role model for many young men. After retirement he gave private pitching lessons in Stuart Florida as well as coaching for Indian River Community College. In 2008 he moved back to Memphis where he continued as a pitching instructor and coach for the Dulin Dodgers. In 2011 he began working for Memphis Baseball Academy. He also coached the Memphis Tigers, the same organization that he played for as a youth.
As passionate as he was about his career, he was even more passionate about his family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend. As big as he was physically, his heart was even bigger. He loved with all he had. We were so blessed to know that love.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer West, daughter, Casey Christine West, son, David Lee West, Jr. stepson, William Cole Glemser, mother, Vivian West and brother, Eugene West, II and a large extended family.
David was preceded in death by his father, Eugene C. West, Sr.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, June 3 at 12:00 p.m. with a service to follow at 1:00 p.m. in the Riverside Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. A reception will follow in the Parkside Event Center of Memorial Park Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Darren Daulton Foundation or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Memorial Park Funeral Home, 5668 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38119. (901) 767-8930
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Tommy and Kelly Sanders McAlister
May 20, 2022
I will remember all the good times we had growing up on Fernleaf. David could always make us laugh with his silly self. Mrs. West and Gene you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jennifer my heart goes out to you sweetheart. you are one lucky lady to have been blessed to have David as your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all!
Debbie & Richard McLain
May 20, 2022
Fly high David. Our hearts are breaking for the family. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Maxwell Family
May 20, 2022
A great man would be what everyone that knew and loved David would say. His "kids" he coached not only admired him but was inspired by him. He was a quiet, gentle giant with a big heart. Jennifer we love you and will continue to pray for you and the family
Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
May 20, 2022
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jenny Cirillo
May 18, 2022
Jennifer, I am heartbroken to hear about David. Please know you've been in my heart, my mind, and my prayers. I am so sorry! Hugs!
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