DAVID BETHKE

Still missing you....

My prayers are with the Bethke family. My heart was broken when I heard David had passed. He has been my friend since 1st grade and we always stayed in touch. When I traveled back to Maryland, we would get together for dinner or a beer even if it was just for a couple hours. We would discuss times gone by when we were kids at age 10 going to Disney World or just Ocean City. In recent years he visited in Daytona Beach and we went to the Daytona 500 and had a blast. I never ever really call him Rabbit he was always Dave to me and.... a Brother to me. Over the last few years when we talked or text late at night, one thing was constant, Dave always asked how my mother was and to say hi from him. Then at the end of our talk or text he always said "Love you Stan, talk soon!"..... I miss him very much.

There are two 30 second videos on YOUTUBE of Dave enjoying the Daytona 500 from 5 years ago. I have put the links and video titles here if you want to cut and paste.

Dave at Daytona 500 part 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDYtCf0_dyA
Dave at Daytona 500 part 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iypbvqi9bbY

Holding the Bethke family in my prayers at this very sad time. May you each find peace in the coming days.

I'm so sad to hear of David's passing. I have so many good memories of growing up next door to David and your whole family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, his family, and friends.

Dearest Bethke family,
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I remember David's smile, his laugh - sense of humor back in the day! xoxox

I'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. It was so nice to share a laugh or two with David at the last DeChantal reunion at the Knights. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family.

David was a big ole teddy bear to me!!! Always smiling and enjoying life. God bless the Bethke family. Love you all.

For your Morrisville PA cousins your were a joy to be around. The smile on your face and the great hugs will be missed. I remember Aunt Rose was always so happy to see you. I know she is there to welcome you and to get that big hug. May you rest in peace. Love you.

Thoughts and prayers for David and all his family. Though I have been out of the area a long time I have very fond memories of Rabbit, brother Ronnie and all the fellas of B-town and DeChantal.Rest in peace, David. As the old Irish blessing goes, "And until we meet again. May God hold you in the palm of His hand." God's love and comfort to all his family.

Tom Murnane
DeChantal '73
Fort Worth,Texas

I can't think of anyone that didn't smile for one reason or another when they heard the name rabbit. Always looking for fun and a good time. You were always kind to other people. Rest in peace now David.

I am so very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this difficult time.

Dave, I've known you most of my life, when we all go our separate ways about our journey, somehow we know nothing of distance in time. I spoke to you a couple months ago, The joy and excitement in your voice, the unconditional friendship that was still there. It is mind boggling to me that when it's time to go home it changes forever those left behind.
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before I knew it
And only God really knows why.....
Rest in eternal peace Rabbit my prayers and thoughts are with you, you're family and friends.

I was so sorry to hear the news of David's passing - my memories of him go back to DeChantal and the class of 75- thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family -May memories turn tears to smiles!

I was so sad to hear that David had passed away. I will always remember him laughing and joking around. He was a special guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bethke family.

I am quite saddened to learn of David's passing. May Perpetual Light shine upon you, David; Rest in Peace, brother. Christine Dimond (DeChantal '75)

I am saddened to hear of David's passing, we go way back. He was a fun guy, and I Am sure will be missed. My condolences to the Bethke family, and his daughters. RIP Dave .

Had some good times with rabbit always made me laugh which is one of the best things about life buddy

I am heartbroken at this news of David's passing, my most sincere sorrow and condolences to all the bethke family

To the Bethke family. I'm so sorry to hear of Rabbit's passing. I believe God has a unique plan for each and every one of us that is beyond all human understanding. I pray he's resting peacefully. Cherish the memories!

Very Sorry for your loss. Its difficult losing good people. Thinking of your family at this difficult time.

Dear Eileen, life is a journey and like any journey, it must come to a destination. He has gone to begin another journey. May God grant you and your family the strength to bear this lose. It is well with his soul. Take courage, God is in control.

To Eileen & Family, Thinking of you and praying that you will be comforted by memories of Rabbit. May he Rest In Peace and Perpetual Light shine upon him.

My heart goes out to all of you! May God rest his soul and provide comfort to each of his loved ones.

Rabbit.... Thanks for the Memories! Rest in Peace!

Brian Walsh

So sorry to hear this new and prayers to David's family. I see familiar names in the guest entries and am reminded of some really fun times in years past. RIP David.

David always had the best smile and laugh. I will always hold a piece of him in my heart. My prayers are with you all at this time.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.

We had lot of great times when we were kids ... you will be sorely missed my old friend. May you Rest In Peace.

Please know that those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. -Psalms 116:15

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To Eileen, My thoughts and prayers are with you as you remember your dear brother Rabbit.

You always gave the best hugs! RIP