David Lee Barge

I was at the Alano Club getting a 2 year chip for my partner who was on the board with Dave. When I was in line waiting, Dave came up to say hi, and I told him I was buying a 2 year chip for someone. He immediately knew who it was for and was excited about it. It really showed me that this guy really thinks and cares about others to know who I was getting the chip for and be excited for them. It helps remind me to keep others in mind and be of service in my own program. Much love to Dave.

Dave truly made everyone feel like they were the only person on the planet. What a legend and what a loss. Where there is cake, there is hope!

I learned so much from him especially how to show up and say yes.

Dave had the uncanny ability to say a funny snarky comment and make me feel so loved by it. I never had a run-in with him that I didn't leave smiling. My favorite was him feigning to alert security that they were obviously not doing their job, cause, well, there 'I' was, lol.
Love you miss you Dave.

My first memory of Dave was in 1976, I was 11 years old. He got sober with my mom and stepdad, Al & Joyce J. He was a part of my life from then on. From working for him an my stepdad in Palm Springs, to the Palm Springs Roundup and Bob D´s Place In The Sun, to the South Bay Roundup. My wife and I had the ability to see him one last time when he came out to Arizona to speak at a convention in October of 2022.

Dave is a part of the foundation of my sobriety and my new life. He was there for me during my darkest time. He wrote letters to judges to get me released and get me out of jail time. The only catch was that I stay sober and be of service for the round up. This act changed my life. I began to catch the vision of service and slowly under Dave's watchful eye and my great sponsor. I started a new life with amazing people and friends with the common goal of serving others and staying sober. He changed my life and I am forever grateful. I also love his beautiful wife and daughter Emily who have been so sweet to me and kind. The whole world was a better place with Dave in it. I will truly miss him. Love
Kent Kidman

Dave was my sponsor for the last 2 and half years and he did have a way of making me feel like I´m the reason he´s there God bless you and I hope to meet again in the meeting in the sky

Dave was an amazing man who had a major impact in this world, his legacy will live on.

What can I say, but how can anyone not love this wonderful guy? I met Dave through my husband, John; probably at the South Bay Round-Up. Dave's smile always lit up the room. I loved his sweet hugs and kisses. Dave was so dear to me. He could show you the kindness in his heart just by looking at him. I'm so blessed to have met Dave and will miss him dearly. Love Trina Head, Riverside CA

The first time I saw him at TLC. We had a deep connection. Too many memories to name just one. He will always be in my heart and mind.
Perhaps he can actually rest now..... JoAnne Barge

Dave was a huge part of my life for many years. His ability to touch so many people makes me want to be a better person.

Just talking to him every morning, and his hugs

so glad the Universe saw fit to have our paths cross on our journey on this planet. Will miss you a lot. RIP

RickR

Memories of Dave !!!

Dave B. was always a "bright light" in my life since I surrendered to Alcoholism in March of 1982. I was surprised when I realized I was working with his son Donald at a photo lab in Manhattan Beach many years ago. Lots of Men's stags back in the day with Dave, and all of the South Bay Roundups. Dave always had time for me with a huge and a "kiss on the lips" !!! I will always remember those kind gestures and his leadership and love. RIP Dear Friend, Dennis Duke, Hermosa Beach, Ca

My daughter and I met Dave in the lobby of the Marriott Hotel in 2004. We were new and he could tell. He asked us if we had a room I said no and he got us a room. We remained close every since. He came to Briannas father´s memorial and I lost my father in the same year. He promised to be available to her and I whenever we needed him and he has been there for us no matter what. Although he was AA and we were AlAnon & AlAteen He taught both of us how to live the program and how to be of service. We truly loved Dave and his family

There is no replacing Dave B. Our hearts are broken and no words can express the emptiness our world has without him. To quote Father Gerald from San Lorenzo, "The greatest tribute that we can pay to Dave is to put into practice in our own personal lives all the good that we learned from Dave's life of witness. If we can be inspired by Dave's life to continue his good work by being as kind, compassionate and generous as Dave then that is the greatest honor we can give to him..."
Rest in peace Dave. Say hi to the guys in the meeting in the sky.
Love Bryan & Ris