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David Meyer Obituary
Funeral: 10 a.m. Monday, Grove Hill Funeral Home Chapel. Burial: to follow in Grove Hill Cemetery. Visitation: The family will receive friends 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society or a donation of a pint of blood would be appreciated. In his lifetime David donated more than 20 gallons of blood to those in need.
He was born Sept. 20, 1951, in Dallas to Paul Sr. and Georgia Meyer. Affectionately known as "Chopper Dave" to his friends, David's lifelong love of flying began with obtaining his pilot's license at the age of 17.
He was a helicopter and instructor pilot in the Army, serving 20 years and attaining the rank of chief warrant officer four.
He was known by many as a hero for safely piloting the KVIL helicopter to the ground after catastrophic engine failure forced a hard landing on a residential street in north Dallas in 2002, saving the lives of all on board.
He was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and obtained a BSRN from the University of Texas-Arlington after retiring from the Army.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Sylvia Meyer.
Survivors: Parents, Paul Sr. and Georgia Meyer; sisters, Susie Preston and husband, Jeff, Shirley Meyer and husband, Robert Goodfellow, Sandy Long and husband, Tony; brother, Paul Jr. and wife, Edith; five nephews; four nieces; and many friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Meyer
Doug Drury
July 17, 2006
A good friend.
Babs Johnson
June 24, 2006
I did not know Dave personally, but was told of his many heroic acts & heartfelt stories of his life by his blessed brother-in-law Jeff Preston. Susie & Jeff you are in my prayers & thoughts in this very difficult time, but know that Dave is definately flying above us with a smile on his face doing what he loved the most now.
Bill Atwood
June 24, 2006
David was my best friend. We met as Army pilots nearly 25 years ago and developed a friendship of a lifetime. He was like a brother to me and our world is a lesser place today without him. David did not have a mean bone in his body, and he always enjoyed helping others. Throughout his short life, David always gave more than he took.
David was a quiet but giving man who would do anything for you. He was always an absolute gentleman, a great person in every regard, and was highly respected by everyone who had the honor of meeting him. He set the example everyone should follow. I really miss David, but he is in a better place now.
Someday David and I will fly again.
Bernie & Sharon Long
June 23, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie Tomes
June 23, 2006
Dear family, I did not personally know David but I have been a friend of Suzy's for quite awhile and from knowing her I know he was a very special person and after reading these memories and condolences I know he was very special and will be missed. I wish I had the chance to know him. God Bless you all. I will remember you in my prayers.
Barbara & Jerry Durbin & Family
June 22, 2006
The dearest guy with a loving family.We have know the Meyers family for over 43 years. Loving,tender giving are the best words I can write to describe them. God Bless them and touch there lives with much comfort, hold them in your arms dear Lord. Durbin Family. I pray that David and our daughter Vickie will meet up there again. R.I.P.
Walter Kovar
June 22, 2006
Dear cousin David: I am so very regretful that I did not grow up knowing you very well. Thanks be to you for your presence on this earth. So sorry I could not attend your funeral. May your soul rest for eternity with Jesus Christ.
Suzanne Ferguson
June 20, 2006
I am a childhood friend of David's sisters and had never met him. It was my loss! David's services were in every sense of the word a celebration of his life! Through the testimony of his good friend Bob and brother Paul I found out that he was a hero, a kind good man who did for others. He accomplished so much in his short life! No doubt the gates of heaven were open and waiting for him! God Bless Susie & Shirley for the round the clock care they gave David during his illness! They were his hero's!!
Karen Hicks
June 18, 2006
I have known David for almost 20 years and consider him one of my dearest friends in the world. He was such a great guy, and will be terribly missed. Our loss is Heaven's gain. He will fit in well there!
Janis Sheen
June 18, 2006
In David's shortened lifetime, he touched the lives of many. His giving nature went beyond those he personally knew. He was an honorable man who could always be counted upon in a time of crisis. He was often quiet with a somewhat wistful smile at times. He loved history, travelling and meeting people. For those of us he met in his journeys, his passing will forever leave a void and a wistful smile.
Wayne and Lisa Wells
June 18, 2006
We were shocked to hear of Chopper Dave's passing. We used to listen to him on KVIL. Our sympathy to his family and friends. May the Lord strengthen you all during this difficult time. Spread your wings and fly high in the sky. You will be missed.....
Sharon Hamrick
June 18, 2006
Dear All, I was so sorry to hear of David's passing. We all have such good memories of childhood times together. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the services, but I will be with you all in spirit, as you all were with us when Momma passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God's Blessing be with you to carry you through this time of loss. God surely had his plan for David to have saved those lives in the copter crash, he gave us all good memories to remember him. I know you will miss him in your lives.
Love to all,
Sharon and Clifford Hamrick
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