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David DeWitt Obituary
a retired U.S. Air Force colonel, died Dec. 10 in Midland, Texas, after a short illness. He was 54. A man of strong faith, David has now gone to be with his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
David was a loving husband to Laurie, his wife of 30 years, and the proud father of daughters Katie and Emily, both graduate students at the University of Texas Permian Basin. David loved to travel with his family and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He had a quiet strength and a giving heart.
David was born in New Orleans on May 1, 1958. After graduating from Sam Houston State University and the University ofTexas Dental Branch at Houston, David entered the Air Force in 1987 as a dentist. He earned his medical degree, as valedictorian of his class, from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, specializing in oral and maxilliofacial surgery.
In his 21-year military career, David served at bases in Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Japan and Alaska. After retiring from the Air Force, he joined a medical practice in Midland in 2008. David volunteered with Smiles on Wheels in West Texas and traveled to the Arctic Circle on an Air Force humanitarian mission. His life of service and concern for others was a life well-lived.
Other survivors include his parents, Howard and Carolyn Hunter; his siblings and their spouses, Gene and Leigh De-Witt, Jerry and Mary Jo Ebersole, Ronnie and Anne Grohol-ski, John and Rhonda DeWitt; and many nieces and nephews.
Services with military honors will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Forest Park Funeral Home in The Woodlands.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, www.ocrf.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for David DeWitt
Bill Pierpont
July 11, 2013
Laurie,
So surprised to learn just today of Dave's passing last year. I truly enjoyed our time together in the AEGD at Barksdale. I had great respect for him as a surgeon--so dedicated and talented. Alice Ann and I will keep you and daughters in our prayers. Bill Pierpont
Keith Hood
March 22, 2013
Laurie,
Just saw the notice on the Tx Dent. Jrnl. So sorry for your loss. You and David are one of the nice memories for Laura and myself. I pray that the Lord's palpable presence and comfort will help greatly through your grieving period.
Jennifer Cease (Jarrett)
February 11, 2013
Dr Dewitt was a great man, one that will be missed as long as i live. I worked with him at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. He was a great mentor and taught me so many skills in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Wow, i am so taken back and am sad to say that i am just hearing this news. Condolences to the DeWitt family... Truly a great man!!!!
sandi ortwein
January 4, 2013
I never met Dr. DeWitt, but have known his wife Laurie for the past year, and have been touched by her strength and faith. My prayers are with you and the girls at this time, Laurie.
Fred Schaefer
December 29, 2012
Dave was good man, loved his family, a hard worker and enjoyed life. Our prayers go out for him and his family.
Beverly Wait
December 27, 2012
Laurie, I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. It was a big shock to hear of it today. You, Katie, and Emily are in my prayers during this sad time.
Melvin McBean
December 23, 2012
Well Doc, we had a great time working and fishing together in Alaska. David DeWitt was the GREATEST BOSS!!! He protected his staff and demanded your best. I thank you Doc for every advice, continued support and most of all, your friendship. Laurie, Katie and Emily, I am very sorry for your loss. You will remain in my prayers. God Bless.
Bonnie Jo Barron
December 22, 2012
I am so saddened to learn of this, Carolyn. He and my brother, Ronnie, were best friends in high school. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time of great sorrow. You all will be in my prayers. Bonnie Jo Barron
Scott Hornburg
December 19, 2012
I learned a lot from Dave DeWitt as we journied through life together. Although I was his teacher for two years at Wilford Hall, I perceived him as a humble Man of God. He taught me much more than I ever taught him.
God bless his family and children.
Judy & Greg Murphy
December 19, 2012
Dearest Carolyn and family,
We send our love and prayers for all of you. We will continue in the difficult months and ahead. We did not know Dr. David, but it seems he blessed so many lives. Carolyn you have been such a blessing to us over the years especially during our St. Catherine's days.
Tamara Hennis
December 18, 2012
The world lost a great and knowledgeable man. I had the pleasure of working with him while stationed at Elmendorf AFB, AK, and it was amazing what he taught me about oral surgery and caring for patients. He will be dearly missed, and my heart goes out to his wife and two daughters.
Steve Exterkamp
December 18, 2012
Dave and I worked together in Alaska. He took me on my 1st fishing trip on the Russian. I'll always remember him grilling up the fish at our clinic picnics. The world just seems less bright today. God bless you.
Stormy Rosales Martinez
December 17, 2012
I learned a lot from Dr. Dewitt, he taught me patients and compassion. Told me to keep my cool when things got tough. I was proud to serve with him while stationed in Elmendorf AFB, AK. He shall be missed dearly, he was a great Man, Father and mentor. Rest in Peace Doc....
Larry Tabatchnick
December 17, 2012
David was a dear friend and we will all miss him. We were all better people to have know him. It comes a shock to us all and our sympathy goes to his family.
Ursula Owens
December 16, 2012
Dave you will truly be missed! You were such a great guy, a good dentist and wonderful husband and father. I know it wasn't a good thing with my office next to yours, because there were some conversations that came out of there that I will not repeat, but it was nice to know that I could turn to you for guidance if I needed to. Also thanks for turning me on to eating salmon calcus straight off the grill! Laurie thank you all for the good times we had on Thanksgiving Day and the good times we had spending time downtown. Your family will always be in my prayers, may God Bless you, Emily and Katie!
Scott Mackey
December 15, 2012
Dave was a good friend, a great clinician, and a respected officer. I pray that The Lord will comfort you at this time and always.
John McPhillips
December 15, 2012
I was a year behind Dave in OMS training at Wilford Hall. Dave was so good at all he did that it put a lot more pressure on us "underlings" which made us better surgeons and more importantly, better people! I know his steady hand and guidance will be missed by many. God bless you Dave and your family. Give them the strength to go forward. They are in our prayers. You will be missed!
Dominic Edginton
December 15, 2012
Rose Blankenship couldn't have said it better...I too worked with him during his residency at WHMC. He always had my utmost respect because he always looked out for his technicians. I have a lot of fond memories and have missed his quiet humor. We've all lost a great man! My condolences and thoughts are with his family.
Rebecca Garza
December 15, 2012
David and I were high school band classmates in Houston. He earned the position of drum major and even at that young age showed the quiet leadership qualities he would carry forward in life. I've not know David for quite sometime, but was very sad to see of his passing. Our high school graduating class is less one of her leaders. He will be missed.
leti catano
December 15, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss.Dr. Dewitt will be very missed...he was a good man
Rose (Leary) Wojcik
December 14, 2012
Dave was my Chief Resident at WHMC during my second year of OMFS training. He was a true inspiration...a man of intelligence, integrity, ethics and compassion. I have many fond memories of his mentoring and friendship throughout the 2 years I knew him.
I would like to offer condolences and prayers to his family and loved ones, and though your hearts are aching right now, I pray that God's peace will heal your pain. He will be missed by everyone who's lives he touched. God Bless!
Terrie Echols
December 14, 2012
I worked with Dr DeWitt in the Odessa office through 2009. He loved to share the bounties of his "inherited" garden to all of us in the office. He and I traveled to Big Spring and he had many stores of Laurie and the girls, he was very proud of his family. I will keep you in my prayers.
December 14, 2012
America has lost a great man. I enjoyed ever minute we soent together at work and fishing on the Russian River. RIP Double D.
Kiki Williamson
December 14, 2012
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers of God's comfort.
Rosesca Blankenship
December 14, 2012
I served with Dr.DeWitt during his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. No matter what the stress or pressures placed on him from the staff doctors, he consistantly treated the technicians with respect! It was a pleasure to serve with you sir. I SALUTE YOU!! Rose Blankenship, MSgt, USAF, Ret.
Ricky Cook
December 14, 2012
I'm proud to say that Dave was a friend of mine. A true gentleman in every sense. He will be missed.
Neil DeAbreu
December 13, 2012
I served with Dr. Dewitt while in the AF. I remember him as a man of great faith who loved the Lord and his family. He will be missed. May God bless his family and give then strength.
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