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David Pulis Obituary

David Francis Pulis Oct. 11, 1964 - Nov. 15, 2006 Resident of Antioch David Pulis, a high school teacher at Antioch High School and Prospects High School, passed away peacefully in his home. He was 42. He is survived by his mother, Sally Pulis Middlestead; father, Joseph Pulis; stepmother, Francesca Pulis; brother, Joseph Pulis Jr.; nephew, Jeremy Pulis; sister, Monica DeMasi and her husband, Frank DeMasi; niece, Carissa DeMasi; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. David was loved by his students. He put his heart & soul into teaching. His classroom decor was a reflection of his passion for his chosen profession. David was born in San Mateo, California. He attended Hillsdale High School and was a graduate of Golden Gate University and California State University at San Jose. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10 a.m., followed by a Mass at 11 a.m. at Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1313 A St., Antioch. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the National Brain Tumor Foundation, 22 Battery St., Suite 612, San Francisco, CA 94111.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Nov. 17, 2006.

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Loretta Blevins

November 28, 2006

God Bless David Pulis and his extended family. We have known him since he was a teenager and he was always a gentleman. He always tried to do his very best at whatever endeavor he tried. Joe, Sally, please accept our deepest sympathy. Carlus & Loretta Blevins

Kevin Bagnaschi "Bags"

November 20, 2006

I witnessed history in the making in your class Mr. P. The tragedy of 9-11 was one of our biggest discussions after that day. You were one of my best teachers throughout my entire high school career. No matter the time of day, you always had a smile on your face, especially when you would come into Best Buy and check out all the cool new toys that we would carry. I enjoyed every minute of your teachings. They will go on for a lifetime and you will be greatly missed by me and my older brother Chris. He sends his thoughts and prayers to you and your family from across the country. Mr. Pullis one day.......one day we are gonna have more discussions about life and economy and the government. I will be looking forward to that day!! R.I.P. Mr. Pullis.

Flo Martin

November 20, 2006

To the family.....I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Pulis' passing. I served him lunch in the teacher's lounge at AHS for a while and enjoyed talking with him many times. He gave so much of himself to others and I am sure he is with the angels now teaching them...My heart smiles when I think of him and will always remember what a nice man he was to all....As a fellow cancer patient twice, I know he had a very rough time but now that God has called him home, he is finally at peace....So very very sorry for your loss.

Georgio Konstantaras

November 20, 2006

I had Mr. Pulis for two years at Antioch High School. He was a very caring,friendly, loving and warm person to be a part of. I used to have breakfast with im at Carrows often, and ate lunch with him and Mr Ornellas almost every other day of Senior year. I spoke to him about three weeks ago about going out to dinner wit him and his mother whom he dearly loved. That day never came.. I loved Mr. Pulis and know that he is now in a better place. R.I.P my friend

Renee Harwood

November 19, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of David's passing. He was such a fine young man. We had many very early morning talks when I was opening up the cafeteria in the mornings at school. He will be missed.

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