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for David Tanner
Debbie Wesch
February 18, 2009
I am truly sorry for your loss. There are so many people who will miss his sense of humor and one who always had a smile for you. Dave was one of my very favorite customers at CVS. I always looked forward to talking with him. He just knew how to brighten your day. He had a smile on his face when he walked in the door and one when he left. No matter how long he had to wait in line, he always greeted me with kind words and just had a way of lifting your spirits. He was such a generous and courteous human being and I have and will miss him very much. God Bless you.
Donna Wright
February 10, 2009
David was a good friend of my daughter,son-in-law, & my Granddaughter. I'm sorry for your loss. God Bless You.
mary anne davis
February 9, 2009
it is always hard to lose some one you love. i share your sorrow and will keep you in prayer
Shelley (Rea) Crouch
February 3, 2009
Mary Ann, Michelle & John,
I was so sorry to hear about David. He was such a sweet person, genuine and sincere. You guys were great neighbors when I was growing up and I remember David being over at our house a lot to see my brother. I am very sorry for your loss.
Julie Winnett
February 3, 2009
To Dave's family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Dave was so much fun to be around and could always make you laugh. He will be missed.
Jackie Clark
February 2, 2009
Dear Mary Ann,
I was so sorry to hear of your son's passing. God is always with you, and will carry you and your family through this tragedy. We moved to California about 3 years ago, therefore I haven't seen you for a long time. My thoughts, as if I were there, are with you. Love and Blessings
Jackie
Mark Gould
February 2, 2009
David will be missed by us all. Auto racing has never had a bigger fan.
Tereasa Bennett
February 2, 2009
Thoughts and Prayers
Jennifer Shafer
February 2, 2009
To the Tanner Family: My thoughts and praryers are with you at this time. Dave was such a wonderful person to be around! I always had a smile when in the presence of Dave!
mark and tracy dunne
February 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Geno
January 31, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Dave.
Super great guy. I have some great memories.
My heart go's out to his family and friends.
Keep on smile'n buddy.
Joyce (Farris) Morris
January 31, 2009
Dave was a dear friend & like a brother to most of us who knew him, he was never unkind to anyone. I have great memories of him, I will miss him dearly-- HE HAD A GIANT HEART OF GOLD!!
Jim/Gina Blagg
January 31, 2009
I remember Dave always made work fun at Sirloin Stockade. Everyone who worked there always liked Dave. I also enjoyed running into Dave when he worked at Wal-Mart and he was always such a pleasure to talk to. Dave will be missed by many. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Gina (Eads) Blagg
I graduated with Dave and remember him always being such a likable and friendly person. Dave seemed to be willing to approach people and just had a way of making your day better. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dave's family.
Jim Blagg
Angel Toothman-Warman
January 31, 2009
Michelle,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Dave. He was always such a joy to be around. I have many fond memories of hanging out with him at Thirsty's and Ted's Warehouse. Please know that you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony & Linda Shellabarger
January 31, 2009
Mary Ann and Family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you all peace and comfort during this sorrowful time. We will be praying for you
Chuck Burke
January 31, 2009
To the Tanner Family,
My deepest regrets for your lose of a wonderful man. I have known Dave for many year's. I met Dave when we worked at Sirlion Stockade together along time ago, we were instant friend's. Dave was a great guy and alway's fun to be around. He will be greatly missed by us all. So long for now my Friend till we meet again.
Chuck Burke
Tom Tucker
January 31, 2009
Ole' Davey, thats what I called him,first time I met him was at a kegger at the lake years ago.Liked him ever since.He was a real joy to be around,he would allways be the one laughing the loudest.A bunch of us had a group together that we aptly called ourselves "Heathenz" If I remember right he was voted "Heathen" of the week...a number of times..He will be sadly missed.Mrs. Tanner' my heart goes out to you. HEATHENZ RULE !!! Rock on Davey................
Lisa (Johnson) Auten
January 31, 2009
So sorry for your loss. Dave was always so much fun to be around. He will be missed by many.
Michael Snider
January 30, 2009
Words cannot explain the saddness in my heart with the passing of one of my closest friends, I will hold on to the memories of the best times we experienced together. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Ann in this time of loss.
Tom Gover
January 30, 2009
We send our sympathy, thoughts and prayers...
Tammy Gough
January 30, 2009
Aunt MaryAnn, Michelle and John,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of my wonderful cousin David. It warms my heart to read all of the sweet sentiments from his friends. He was so funny when we were kids... and he obviously was just as fun loving as an adult and a special friend to many people. My thoughts are with you all.
Love, Tammy
Annette (Shumard) McLaughlin
January 30, 2009
Dave, Denise Ericson, myself and my brother use to run around together back in high school. He was always such fun. We have such great memories to hang on to. I saw Dave at the 20 yr class reunion and it was just like yesterday (except for getting older, grayer and such). He had that "Dave Smile" on his face. It was fun to see him again. My heart goes out to you Mary Ann. My mom just passed and it can be such a difficult time. I'm glad I just happened to be in town and could come and see you. Love and prayers to you all at this time. Dave was a very special guy! He will be missed.
Doug & Nancy Coffey
January 30, 2009
Mary Ann & Family,
It saddens me greatly to hear of the loss of David and it hurts to lose great friend. I haven't seen David since Christmas 2007 when I bumped into him at Wal-mart, it was amazing and was as if we had seen each other daily. He was such an awesome young man who everyone loved to be around and he will be greatly missed. I have fond memories of Rob, Bock and David always hanging around when we lived on 20th St. it was like I not only had Rob for a brother but all 3 and my heart hurts because it is a loss to this world we live in to lose such good people so young.
Our prayers will be with you in the years to come!
Love Doug & Nancy Coffey
Kelly Alexander (Rankin)
January 30, 2009
I graduated with Dave (Class of '82) and he was always so nice. I saw him at our 25th reunion and he was still the same Dave, happy and friendly. I am deeply saddened to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with his family!
Susan (Hardwick) Fryburger
January 30, 2009
Thinking of you all as I've just heard about David. I went to school at Lerna with him. Kindergarten thru some of those early elementry years. I just remember how he could always make me laugh. May comfort come to you all in time.
Glenna Hiett
January 30, 2009
Dear Mary Ann and all of David's family,
Dave and Rob (Coffey) were such good friends through the younger years. I know how difficult it is to lose a son and my prayers, thoughts and sympathy are with you. If I can be of help through this time, do not hesitate to contact me. I remember Dave as such a fine young man. Glenna (Coffey) Hiett
Sherry Walker
January 30, 2009
Mary Ann, Michelle and friend- I have known David for about 25 years. He was one of my first friends when I moved to Charleston. I am grateful for the time I had with David. I enjoyed his chocolate covered coffee beans, too! and his smile and laugh. The world seems a little less warm and fuzzy without David in it. He would always have a shoulder for you to lean on or a good laugh when you needed it. I'm going to miss him a lot. I hope you are helped by the outpouring of warm words for our David. Everyone who knew him, loved him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Cherri Lynch
January 30, 2009
Ive known Dave forever~he will be deeply missed by all! My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family! Cherri (Wheatley) Lynch
Janet Thissell Estes
January 30, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
January 30, 2009
Tanner Family,
My condolences to your family. David will be in my memories forever. David took time to play kick ball with me when I was a 5 year old. He was friends with my Uncle Gary Harris during the Charleston Race Track years. Thank you for your generosity,
Jamie Harris
karamel Belleau
January 30, 2009
mary ann and family, david was a great person, when he would in come to the book rental he always made us smile thinking of you
Karen (Grigoroff) Murphy
January 29, 2009
Dear Mary Ann, Michelle, & family,
I was so saddened to hear about David. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Jeffery & Adrian Austin
January 29, 2009
Mary Ann & Family~Jeffery & I have so many fond memories of times we shared with David. He was a wonderful blessing to all & will be so very missed.
Bock Snyder
January 29, 2009
Mary Ann and family, David was truly a good friend and kind soul. May God give you strength from many happy memories to get through this difficult time.
Linda Hart (Uphoff)
January 29, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to David's family. David was a true friend and I will always be greatful for having had been part of his life. All my love to you Dave...
Cassandra (Beasley) Tinder
January 29, 2009
To the Tanner Family:
Dave was one of the most wonderful people that I have ever met. His kind and gentle voice was alway so soothing and he always had a comforting way about him. His passing deeply saddens me. Words can never say how badly he will be missed by all that knew him. He was a good soul and I know that one day, we will all be reunited again with our good friend. I will never forget when out of the blue he once said that fireflies were one of God's coolest inventions. Dave was himself one of God's coolest inventions.
I am very, very, sorry for your loss.
Debbie Cox
January 29, 2009
Dear Tanner family,
I am so very sorry for your loss and I wanted you to know that Dave will be missed. He and I used to have a lot of fun going to concerts and just hanging out. I have many great memories of Dave that I will hold on to and treasure. I will forever miss his humor, friendship and that misceveious grin.
My deepest sympathies to you all.
David Kent Coy
January 29, 2009
Dear Mary Ann, Michelle, and John,
I was terribly shocked and saddened to read about David's recent death. I only have good, positive memories of him - going back to about 1976, when he was just a kid. I will keep all of you in my positive thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed.
Mary White
January 29, 2009
Dear Mary Ann and Family,
We are spending the winter in California and we so sad to hear of David's death. He was such a sweet child in Kindergarten and always so cheerful. As he grew into a handsome young man he always had a hug or smile for his Kindergarten teacher. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with all of the family.
Bud and Mary White
Amy Swisher
January 29, 2009
My dear sweet David,
I am eternally gratefull to have had you as my friend. I will miss your sweet smile and that hardy laugh. Mrs. Tanner, I am thinking of you and your family. God bless,
Amy
Cindy Young (Hudson)
January 29, 2009
To Dave's family i went to school with dave he was a good friend.he will be truely missed.
Troy Epperson
January 29, 2009
Im so sorry me and Dave worked together at Wendy's and hung out a lot for years I can still see and hear him laughing I will miss him.
Delinda Sellers
January 29, 2009
Dave was always kind, polite,and one of the most sincere people I have ever known. we will treasure our memories of him. Our prayers are with his family. Sincerely Bruce Perrin, and Delinda Young, (Sellers).
Karen (Garner) Parris
January 29, 2009
I was so sorry to read about David's passing. I had not seen David for many years, but last time that I did see him, he had nothing but a smile on his face....which was always so David. I am very sorry about your loss.
Malcolm Thornburgh
January 29, 2009
David was the greatest friend a person could have! He will be dearly missed by me and many many others. My heart goes out to Mary Ann and her family.
"The road goes on forever"
Lisa (Lang) Craig
January 29, 2009
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Dave from school and we lived down the street on 20th as well. I remember him as a funny guy. My thoughts go out to his family.
Brenda Mills
January 29, 2009
Dave was a caring kind man with a great attitude and smile. We will always remember Dave and the kindness he shared. We have very fond memories of Dave over many years and will cherish those memories for many more. He will be sadly missed and our summers will not be the same without Dave coming down the street to say hi and how are you guys doing today.
Max, Brenda, and Lindsey Mills
Jon Ziegler
January 29, 2009
To Dave's Family and Friends.
I am very sorry for your loss. dave and I graduated high school together. A friend of mine just emailed me about the loss.
I am truly sorry. he will be greatly missed
The family of Douglas Paige
January 29, 2009
David was truley a really great person. I and my family are truely sorry for your and our loss. God Bless
carol parkhurst (Tichenor
January 29, 2009
Dave was a good friend and fun to be around, He could always put a smile on your face, he was a very caring person, he was very thoughtful during the time of my father death and there for me
Jamie (Easter) Sheppard
January 29, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I worked with him many years ago at Sirloin Stockade when we were all just kids. He was always so fun & had the greatest laugh. He will never be forgotten. My condolences...
Garret and Michelle Hasbargen
January 29, 2009
Dear Mary Ann and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Daves passing. We know how difficult this time can be for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. In our little devoted circle of race fans and friends, that Dave was such a big part of. We will think of him and reminisce with every Nascar race we watch. He always took great pride and joy in being a Ken Schrader fan. Dave will be missed by all of us. May God be with you now and always.
Anita Sanders
January 29, 2009
Nothing could brighten your day like Daves' sweet smile. He was truly one of a kind & I will miss him so very much.
With Deepest Sympathy...
Tina W.
January 29, 2009
Remembering David: He was one person who was genuinely kind and could make me laugh. We used to work together...one of my jobs was moving stock in the store. It was very tiring and monotonous. David would give me chocolate-covered coffee beans for energy, as I came by his area. I really looked forward to that! It was a small gesture but let me know that someone cared. I will miss him. My condolences to Mary Ann, Michelle, and family. My prayers are with you.
Doris McDowell
January 29, 2009
Maryann, I am so sorry for your loss. We are not supposed to loose our children during our lifetime. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Becca Stearns
January 29, 2009
There are a handful of people in my life that I would classify as awesome, David was one of those people. He will be greatly missed.
Tammy Zuniga
January 29, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Dave when we were younger and used to hang around in a group. I remember his smile and the good times we shared. May God and his angels surround you with comfort and love in this very difficult time
Becki Anderson
January 29, 2009
Mary Ann,
My heart goes out to you. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
January 29, 2009
To the family, I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. It hasn't been that long ago that I suffered the loss of my father. Tessa you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep you chin up.
Deris Inman SBLHC
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