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David de Vlaming Obituary
Memorials: The family suggests memorial donations be made to The WARM Place or Meals on Wheel of Greater Tarrant County, both local charities David strongly supported. David was born in Kaufman and was a center on the high school football team, the Kaufman Lions, where he graduated in 1974. Always connected to his hometown, he returned numerous times for family and high school reunions. David attended TCU, where he majored in biology and graduated in 1978. In 1983, he earned his D.D.S. from the University of Texas Dental School in Houston. He was a practicing dentist for more than 27 years, with a strong Fort Worth clientele at his Bryant Irvin location since 1988. David met his lifetime love, Cay, through mutual friends in Fort Worth and married Dec. 3, 1988. As a couple, the de Vlamings loved supporting the Horned Frog football team and were season ticket holders for more than 20 years! They enjoyed traveling with their children to Tortola, British Virgin Islands, their historic Ryan Place neighborhood where they've lived since 1992, hosting annual Memorial Day croquet tournaments and entertaining friends and family. David had a strong passion for old cars and music. He sang and played guitar, keyboard and drums in several bands, including AKA and The Liars. A proud father of twins, Ian and Catherine, David loved being with friends and family, cooking out in his back yard and playing in the pool. His boisterous laugh, engaging smile and witty sense of humor always made others feel welcome and included. David was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and William de Vlaming; and his wife, Cay. Survivors: Children, Ian and Catherine, age 21; brother, Bill, and sister-in-law, Mary; mother-in-law and good friend, Mary Richardson; and a host of loving family and friends. "Roll Those Chains!"
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Clement Carlisle
July 16, 2025
How time passed. The class of 74 just celebrated 50 years and your presence was surely missed. RIP MY CLASSMATE AND A BROTHER.
Clement Carlisle
July 17, 2021
RIP my brother always
Clement Carlisle
July 16, 2020
Had our 45 class reunion at Cindy Davis home you was truly miss gave shootout in your honor rest in peace my brother clemmie
Clement Carlisle
February 5, 2020
David we had a 45 years class reunion in October 2019 and sure seem different with you not being there but we felt your presence your laughter and joking way rest in peace my brother gone but never forgotten
Clement Carlisle
July 16, 2019
I will always remember David class reunion want be the same David was always a for real person but will always remember our forty years class reunion we hung out that whole week rip my brother
November 24, 2015
Dave was my friend and my big brother in LXA -TCU Frat. I will miss seeing him at Frog Football games over 20 yrs. "Roll Those Chains" my friend. Russell Spears
Deanie Sewell
October 24, 2015
I am at a loss for words...I'm terribly saddened and shocked to learn of Dr. Dave's passing. He was my dentist for more years than I can remember. Ian and Catherine, my heart breaks for you both. I remember when you both were born and how proud Dave was....showing pictures to everyone. Your Mom and Dad had the most loving spirits and you were their world. I know there are no words that will help, so please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Wade
October 19, 2015
Dr. De Vlaming was such a good man, friend and dentist. My family and I will truly miss his contagious smile and caring nature. We are praying for peace and comfort for his family and office staff.
Melvin Shelton
October 14, 2015
Just learned of his passing. A great guy and a good friend through high school.
Talented in some many ways and caring. He was in my thoughts today and was saddened to see he had passed away.
Stacey Mack
October 8, 2015
He is greatly missed. I was shocked to learn of his passing today at my dental appointment.
Heather and Fiona Barker
October 6, 2015
Just found out about his passing! A great loss, and I'm going to miss seeing him in the dentist's office. He was a wonderful, gentle dentist, and a wonderful person.
September 14, 2015
I am so shocked to find out today. He is our dentist for my entire time in Texas. He was a great person. I am so sad.
Tracy Bell
August 24, 2015
We forever will miss your gentle touch and friendship Dr. Dave. May you fly with the Angels and know that you left us all better people having known you.
With love and Prayers,
The Bell Family
Azle Texas
August 17, 2015
I am very sad and shocked to hear about Dr Dave . He was my dentist for many years. My sympathy to his children, family and his office staff. Tina Bartek
Chris Molloy
August 11, 2015
Ian and Cat,
So sorry to hear about Dave. We were fraternity brothers at TCU. He kindly took me to a Kaufman Lions ball game and a family meal when I was a homesick freshman in 1977.I knew your mom too in the early nineties in Ryan Place. They were a fun, warm , and welcoming couple.Peace to them and to you both.
Chris Molloy
August 8, 2015
We are so very sad for the loss of Dr. de Vlaming. He was a very kind and gracious man and the BEST dentist whose care will be missed by many. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Sincerely, Tom & Vicky Rollins
Debbie and Rich Caldwell
August 1, 2015
Dear Ian and Cat,
I am shocked and heartbroken to hear about the passing of your dad Dr Dave. What joy we've had knowing him the last 20 years as our family dentist. We enjoyed asking and hearing about what the twins were doing at each visit, catching up on each other's vacations etc. your dad will be greatly missed.
My sincerest condolences to you both.
Lezlie Haynes
July 31, 2015
Devastatingly sad. What a lovely man, I am so sorry for his loss, and of course Cay. Fine, gracious people.
Cindy Jung
July 27, 2015
Dear Ian and Cat,
Please accept my sincere sympathies at the loss of your father. Please know that your Nolan family will lift you both up in prayer at this difficult time in your lives.
p.s. - I still have a those TCU underwear that y'all handed out at Horned Frog football games and I hope to say many, many "Roll Those Chains" in honor of your dad!
NANCY ALTARAS
July 27, 2015
I WOULD LIKE TO ADD AN APOLOGY, AND A CORRECTION. I THINK I SPELLED CAY'S NAME WITH A "K", INSTEAD OF A "C". I FORGOT SHE SPELLED HER NAME WITH A "C". WE HAD A RUNNING JOKE ABOUT IT, BECAUSE MY YOUNGER SISTER, SPELLS HER NAME, KAMILLE, WITH A K, INSTEAD OF A C. SO I AM USE TO K'S INSTEAD OF C'S. MY APOLOGIES TO CAY. I AM SURE SHE IS CRACKING UP ABOUT THIS IN HEAVEN. SHE ALWAYS HAD A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. YOU SHOULD HAVE HEARD SOME OF HER STORIES ABOUT THE DOGS, THEY WERE A RIOT!
Elaine Nash Howard
July 26, 2015
Even though David was younger than me, I knew him as Bill Huston's little brother. Our parents were good friends in Kaufman. I didn't see David at the Jubilee in June, but I did see him last Sept. when he was with classmates celebrating their 40th----we were celebrating our 50th. Our deepest sympathy to the deVlaming family, especially his dear children.
Beth Miles
July 25, 2015
Ian and Catherine,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. Your Mom and Dad were both so proud of the two of you!! Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth and Scott Miles, Brooke and Nick Gunzelman
Judy Snyder
July 25, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about your father. I knew him from working in the same building, and my husband died just before your mother, so we had that in common and talked every now and then until I retired ten years ago. I know you will miss him as you do your mom, God bless you and your family.
Judy Snyder
Susan Hatley
July 24, 2015
Dear Ian and Catherine, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. What an amazing guy he was! I knew both your parents well, and was at their wedding. You were blessed with awesome parents, and I am so sorry they are gone. God bless you both.
Steve & Lori Davis
July 23, 2015
We send our sincere condolences and prayers. God bless you all. We will truly miss David. He's been our family dentist since the late 1980s.
clement carlisle
July 23, 2015
David you will truly be miss RIP your brother from class of 74
c
July 23, 2015
David you will truly be miss RIP your brother from class of 74 clement carlisle
Opal Manzay
July 23, 2015
David was a very nice person. I'm sure he will be truly missed.
My condolences to his family.
Pat H.
July 23, 2015
My sincerest sympathy to the family. I keep you daily in my prayers.
Cindy Stewart
July 23, 2015
Rest in Peace sweet David! We know you are dancing with the Angels.
You will be missed. Prayers to your dear children. Know your Daddy & Mom are watching over you!!
Lyn Bonamie
July 23, 2015
I am so terribly sorry to hear of Dr. DeVlaming's passing. He has been our dentist for the more than 20 years and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with his children, family, and office team.
Shirley Summers
July 23, 2015
May God bless the two of you, children of Dr. DrVlaming. He has been my dentist for the nearly 13 years I have been in Ft. Worth. A real professional, caring, humorous and gentle. I will miss his great care.
Dorothy Cox
July 23, 2015
RIP David. You will be missed so very much. You were such a great kid growing up. You made your Mom and Dad proud.
Lynn Turner Fanion
July 22, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the De Vlaming family and his many friends. He was always so nice and I never knew of anyone who did not like him in all the years I went to school with him. He will always be remembered fondly by the class of '74.
Kevin Bestgen
July 22, 2015
Cat and Ian,
So sorry for your loss. Everyone here at the lab is pulling for you and thinking about you all the time. Memories will be a strong friend eventually so look forward to that. Please let us know how we can help and best wishes at this difficult time.
Best,
Kevin
steve owen
July 22, 2015
To one of our founding fathers of S.W.I.M. Glad you were there to name our organization. It sure would have been different without you being there!!!!!!! Love always
El Prez
Steve McCans
July 22, 2015
our hearts and prayers going out to the family Ian & Kat let us know if we can ever be of service anytime.
godspeed
the McCans Family
Joe Klein
July 22, 2015
Dear Family:
What a shock to hear of the passing of this precious, kind, and compassionate person. I was his patient for some 24 years. Our heartfelt condolences are offered to you at this most difficult time.
Kristin Lawler
July 22, 2015
Ian and Cat, my heart goes out to you in this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gerry Davis
July 22, 2015
David has been our family dentist so many years. He will be so missed by our family. I met him many years ago when I had the pleasure of working with him. I liked him so much he became out dentist. You will be so missed by Tim and Gerry Davis.
Linda Howarth
July 22, 2015
I knew David first at Cedar Creek Lake when he was a teenager and he later became my most excellent dentist. Over all the years I always thought of him as one of the kindest people I've ever known. It was always a pleasure to be in his company. My condolences to all of his family. He will be missed greatly.
Jenn Benson
July 22, 2015
Dr. de Vlaming's sweet presence will be missed at Bryant Irvin Road Professional Center. It was a pleasure working "across the hall" from him. He was always kind and quick to smile. My sympathy to his family that he spoke of so highly. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Sheila Jane Reynolds
July 22, 2015
To Ian and Catherine my heart goes out to you. I knew your mother and father for a long time. I know they are both watching over you two.
May God wrap his arms around you right now. Sending prayers to you both.
July 22, 2015
S.W.I.M. Brother we are going to miss you...
I will never forget our phone calls during the ATF Spring Formal....
Joe
Stephanie Summers
July 22, 2015
So sorry to hear of Davids passing. I didn't know him long yet I can say he was a caring and giving man. Your father will be missed. I pray for you in your time of loss.
Louis DeRango
July 22, 2015
Sincere condolences to all family and friends. "Doc" was a very special soul. We were fortunate to know him. Some of my favorite times were talking/sharing music with him. He will be missed always. Peace be with you.
Skip Godwin
July 22, 2015
Our sympathy to the family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Ellen & Ron Shapiro
July 22, 2015
We will always remember the fun we had with David and his family in Tortola. He was witty, engaging, and loveable. Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with his children and siblings. Much love, Ron and Ellen Shapiro
July 22, 2015
Dear Ian and Catherine,
My sympathy and prayers.
Love and Prayers!
Bro. Louis
Ellen Browning
July 22, 2015
Cat and Ian, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking about you both and keeping you and your family in my prayers. Sending much love your way.
Amanda Rodriguez
July 22, 2015
Ian and cat I am so sorry for the loss of ur father . He was a great friend, dentist that I have worked for . He will truly be missed . I will miss our laughs together , he was very humble big hearted man . I'm sorry again he loved you both and was very proud of y'all.
Maria, Wayne, David, and Mark Gray
July 22, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you during this difficult time.
July 22, 2015
We send our condolences to our sister Mary and to our great niece and nephew Catherine and Ian. We were Cay's godparents and we are glad that she had many happy years with David. We are sure David will be missed.
Bill and Marlene Cory
July 22, 2015
As a family of patients of Dr. DeVlaming for over 20 years, I am saddened by this loss to his children and office staff. He was very special to me and y family Brandi, Chad, Tommy, and Mazel. He always called following a procedure to make sure you were comfortable, and his manner was always a calming effect when as a patient, you were uneasy and scared. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that he was a remarkable dentist and person who will be greatly missed. Carol Everhart, Mansfield, TX
July 22, 2015
It was a delight to hear Mary talk about Cay, David and the twins when we worked together at Oakhurst Elementary. I am so sorry for your family's loss.
Kelly Smith
Chuck and Lois Peterson
July 22, 2015
Ian and Cat your dad was a wonderful person that will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you.
Ralph Wyman
July 22, 2015
With deep sympathy to all of David's family and his many, many friends on this sudden and sad loss.
July 22, 2015
Deepest sympathy to his children and family! Dr. de Vlaming was such a wonderful man and dentist and will be truly missed. Deanna Hall
Scott Munoz
July 22, 2015
With our deepest sympathy, David was our dentist for 24 years. He will be missed.
Rose Decker
July 22, 2015
Ian and Cat, I am so very, very sorry about your dad. I am keeping you both in my prayers.
The Dan DeFranks
July 22, 2015
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our friend David. He touched many lives, including ours. Our prayers are with Catherine and Ian who are both such beautiful reminders of their precious parents.
Delphine Lehmann
July 22, 2015
Ian and Cat, Very sorry none of us will be with him anymore. I have a big hole in my heart. He was the best person I ever worked for. Treated me like his sister. I shall miss him! Delphine
Dana Della-Rose Dickson, RDH
July 22, 2015
Prayers of comfort for all of you.
July 22, 2015
Dr.de vlaming was so kind to our family when we lost them. He was a very nice person, friend and a great dentist. Ronald and Jeanenne Brown (parents of the Newman family)
July 22, 2015
A good soul leaving this earth way too soon. He will be missed. Thanks for all his support to Meals On Wheels and the service he and his staff provided to my family. Prayers to the family during this difficult time. Nedra Cutler
Marla & Bill Ray
July 22, 2015
To our neighbor, friend and dentist, we will miss you and your laughter. Ian and Catherine, you were the light in your Dad"s eyes.
July 21, 2015
We loved our dentist and I am so sorry to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
-The Steve Johnsons
Arthur Hamner
July 21, 2015
My wife Janet and I send our deepest sympathy to the entire De Vlaming family. I enjoyed our many days playing football and basketball on "the hill" at David's house in Kaufman with his big brother Bill and his friends. I thank God for the privilege of having David and his family be a part of my life and childhood. May God grant each of you his peace now and always.
Mike Terrell
July 21, 2015
Ian and Catherine,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. David loved you both very much. If you need anything, just let us know.
Debra deVlaming Hitt
July 21, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
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