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1968
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2024
David Gaden Obituary
September 27, 1968 - October 6, 2024
David Andrew Gaden, born September 27, 1968, of Charlottesville, died on October 6 of complications of diabetes.
David was a 1987 graduate of Charlottesville High School, served in the US Army Military Police Corps, worked as a police officer with the UVA Police Department, and as a deputy sheriff in the Albemarle County Sheriff's Office.
He had a long-time interest in American 20th-century military history, and despite being legally blind, continued to pursue his interest through audio books. He also enjoyed drawing and cooking, especially barbeque.
David was predeceased by his father, Elmer L. Gaden, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Lilly; mother, Jennifer; brother, Paul (Tina); stepsister, Hon. Barbara Gaden; and two nieces, Abagail and Hanna Gaden. In addition, he is survived by two stepsons, Carlos and Gabriel Echevarria; a stepdaughter, Veronica Bindus (Tony); and step-granddaughter, Briana Bindus.
A memorial service followed by a reception will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Charlottesville, 717 Rugby Road, Charlottesville, Saturday, October 26, 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Charlottesville- Albemarle Rescue Squad or flowers may be delivered to the church before the service.
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Deb Davenport
October 20, 2024
You gave me your stuffed bear I admired and laughed whenever you saw it after I buckled it in the back seat of my car. Your tough exterior didn´t match the soft heart some of us were privileged to see. Gone too soon, Bubba, but I´ll see you later. UP66
J.E. Coles
October 18, 2024
It seems like just yesterday when I saw you on the mountain. I was speechless when I got the call.
I'll remember you as the big teddy bear I was always glad to see arriving as backup. You would start off with the soft squeaky voice. As things ramped up, you would move to the tough papa bear voice. It was just too funny.
I know you are up there providing non-stop backup to the angel police force. But, save some of that energy for your former co-workers, as we mark on, one by one, in your new jurisdiction.
Rest easy U.P.44
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