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David Check Obituary
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — David J. Check, 63, of San Antonio, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 7, 2015.
Raised in Swoyersville, he was the son of the late Andrew Check and Violet (Romanoski) Check.
David is survived by his loving wife, Gayle, of 24 years; his brother, Andy Check, Dallas; nieces and nephews.
David graduated from Central Catholic High School, class of 1970, Luzerne County Community College, class of 1972, and Wilkes University, with a degree in commerce and finance, class of 1974.
He was employed by Nabisco/Kraft Foods for 36 years, working in Wilkes-Barre and San Antonio, retiring in 2011.
Dave was an enthusiastic golfer and lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan.
Family and friends will miss his kindness, hearty laugh, beautiful smile and sparkling blue eyes.
Grief is the last act of love to give those who have passed. Where there is deep grief, there is true love. Dave was a happy and vivacious person who would certainly want us to remember him with joy and be comforted by the memories we shared.
Private services were held at Sunset North Funeral Home, San Antonio.
Please share your memories of David at the online Sunset North San Antonio guestbook or the Times Leader online.
A celebration of life gathering will be held at a future date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Gayle Check
January 17, 2016
I would like to thank everyone for their kindness, Mass cards, sympathy cards, flowers, phone calls and messages. A special thank you to my sister Paula without her support I would be lost. David was my husband, my friend, my soulmate and I miss him terribly. My David was the one that everyone wanted to around from a little kid David stole the show. He was one of a kind and there will never be another like they say "they broke the mold" after David was born. LYT my message to my David he knows what means. Gayle aka Checkmate
January 16, 2016
Dear Gayle,Andy and Colette,
I Was A classmate of David's in grade school and high school so sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayer are with you and your families.
Karen Cheskiewicz Allwein, Bethlehem,Pa.
Patty Piazza
December 24, 2015
So sorry ....he will be missed.
Dennis Toomey
December 23, 2015
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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marlene lukacinsky
December 23, 2015
Losing your beloved mate of so many years must be extremely painful. My heart goes out to you and your family. I knew David through his mother Violet.
She too was a very special person. Marlene` Lukacinsky, Swoyersville, PA.
December 23, 2015
Gayle, please know that your friends will always be your friends. You and Dave enjoyed life and were amazing to spend time with doing all sorts of crazy things. He will be missed by all of us. We have so many wonderful memories of good times with you two and no one can take that away from us or you. We wish you the best in the future. Please keep in touch. We are here for you. Love, Linda and Chuck Gibbs
Don, Mary, DJ and Britt Barham
December 23, 2015
Gayle, our prayers go out to you and your family. Dave will be missed by Mary and I and all of the Sunday Golf Crew. Dave had a unique way of hitting the golf ball. He would hit the ground first then hit the ball. Even with that swing, the ball would find its way to the fairway most of the times. After that display, Dave earned the name Drop Kick Dave. Words can't explain how much I will miss his friendship and sipping Budlight Lime beers with ice after a round of golf.
Gayle if there is anything Mary and I can do to help you out, please ask. Take care.
The Barham Family
Liz Remakus
December 22, 2015
Gayle, I am so sorry for your loss. Dave will be missed by all the lives he touched. Whenever someone would mention his name I would automatically think of all the United Way skits he did and how we all laughed until we cried. You have a lot of wonderful memories, hold onto them, they are what helps us through these difficult times. We will keep David and all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank Pawlowski
December 22, 2015
Gayle, I was disheartened to hear of Dave's passing. I truly enjoyed working with him all those years in Wilkes Barre. I also fondly remember kidding him "that his brother, Andy was a better football player than him." Man, would he get mad at me. My prayers go out to you and his family.
Marty & Mary Lou Heaney
December 21, 2015
Gayle & Family - we are very sorry to hear about Dave's passing. He was always a lot of fun and a terrific guy who will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this very difficult time, God Bless
Andy Magyar
December 21, 2015
Gayle and the Check Family,
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a great guy with a love for life. I have so many great memories of him that still bring a smile to my face. Please accept my sincere condolences. May he RIP.
Richard Masterson
December 21, 2015
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We grew up together on the same street and I have many fond memories of him.
Our thoughts are with his family and his is passing is a great loss to all.
December 21, 2015
Andy we are very sorry for your loss, we will be praying for you and your family.
Bill and Dorothy Metzger ( Prosper Texas)
Jane Williams
December 20, 2015
Dear Gayle and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was such a funny and sweet guy. My favorite memories of him would be how he always stole the show at Nabisco's United Way days. My prayers and sympathy go to you.
Paula Petrochko
December 20, 2015
Dave's passing was too soon, too sudden.
Gayle, you will find strength to pick up the pieces and someday when you think of Dave you will smile instead of cry. You have good memories .
All in due time. And with our help.
Love,
Your sister
Donna & Vince Bulzoni
December 20, 2015
Dear Gayle,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Dave was truly a special person who was always fun to be around. When Vince and I reminisce about the days when I worked at Nabisco, somehow Dave always comes up in the conversation. May he rest in peace.
Jean Irace
December 20, 2015
Gayle
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I had many good memories while working at Nabisco with Dave. May he rest in peace and he will be missed.
December 20, 2015
Gayle and family. We extend to you our heartfelt sympathy in the great loss of Dave. He will be in our hearts forever. May God grant you strength to endure your loss. May he rest in peace. Prayers and Love. John & Angie Murray.
Faye Mizerak-Frazier
December 20, 2015
So very sad to hear this news. Dave was my classmate and friend during elementary school through high school. He was really a great guy. Even though I haven't seen him in many years it seems like just yesterday when we were all having a great time during our school years. My deepest sympathy to Gayle, Andy and Colette.
Margo Harding
December 20, 2015
Gayle,
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Dave several times at dog trials - I could tell he loved you and the pugs very much. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
December 20, 2015
Dear Andy and Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Dave.
Bob and Stephanie Krehely
Ron Gula
December 20, 2015
Where do I start. David was a great friend of mine. We went to school together, played Little League & softball together. He was a great help to me when I was going through my Divorce. He was always there for me. We always had a great time either when shooting darts at Shanky's or golfing, especially in Tournaments. I am really going to have another friend in Heaven looking over me. Someday David, we will see each other again & I will buy the drinks this time. RIP my friend.
Karen alber
December 20, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Dave was a one of a kind. I remember all the good times we shared. May God grant him eternal memory.
John and Ann Marie McGlynn
December 20, 2015
Gayle, Andy, and Colette, Dave was one of the best God gave us. Especially remember at this time of year, the wonderful rendition of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" he and Shanky performed! Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jeff Parlo
December 20, 2015
So sorry to hear of David's passing. Condolences and blessings. Wish Cowboys had better year for David.
Colette Check
December 20, 2015
Gayle,
We still can't believe he is gone! Andy like yourself is just brokenhearted and is still somewhat in disbelief. All of us however have such tremendous memories---mine go back to sharing all my high school classes with David---what a hoot--and then having him as a brother-in-law for 40 years. He was an extra special uncle to Andrew who grieves him as we all do. He will NEVER be forgotten! We all loved him so much.
Colette, Andy, and Andrew Check
Dallas, PA
Karen alber
December 20, 2015
Gayle
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I remember all the good times we shared. You are in my prayers and thoughts. May God grant him eternal memory.
December 20, 2015
Gayle, You have my deepest and sincerest condolences. I know everyone, my self included, liked Dave.
Jean Gonska-Swisher
Jeff Charles
December 20, 2015
Rest-in-Peace Dave...
December 20, 2015
GAYLE,SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR LAUGHS AT NABISCO WE HAD FUN, HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND SUPERVISOR.PAT SPARLOW
Laura Rigez
December 19, 2015
My Dear Uncle Dave,
You helped me perfect my miniature golf swing and taught me the joy of mooing at the cows at hillside farms!! I'll always remember your voice saying "hi babydoll!!" ......
Now I know wherever my path leads me here on earth you'll be helping light the way from above.
Love
Laura
Ron Schlosser
December 16, 2015
Gayle & Family,
My fondest memories of growing up on Maltby Avenue in Swoyersville two doors down from the twins include countless smiles and laughs provided by Dave and his beautiful spirit. Please know that he was a dear and wonderful friend with whom I shared the adventures and life experiences that uniquely bond little boys who grow up together but sadly eventually go their separate ways as young men to follow their dreams. Dave was truly loved and will be forever in my thoughts and prayers. He is part of who I am. With warmest regards and deepest sympathy,
December 16, 2015
Gayle & Family
My fondest memories of growing up on Maltby Ave. in Swoyersville two doors down from "the twins" include a thousand smiles and laughs provided by Dave and his beautiful spirit.. He was a dear and wonderful friend with whom I shared the many adventures and life experiences that uniquely bond little boys who grow up together and sadly go their separate way as young men to.follow their dreams. Please know that he was truly loved and will be sadly missed. He will be forever in my thoughts and prayers. He is part of who I am.
With Warmest Regards and Deepest Sympathy. Ron Schlosser New Fairfeild,CT
Ann Brawner
December 14, 2015
Gayle,
I am so sorry to hear about Dave. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. All of the "Dog Group" is here for you! Please let me know if I can help you in any way.
Pat Delaney
December 14, 2015
Gayle, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories from spending time with Dave. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Charlie Chase
December 12, 2015
Gayle, & Family,
Dave and I were friends and classmates all through high school. We had many good times together. I will never forget him and his smile. May he rest in peace.
Nancy Gensel-George
December 11, 2015
Gayle, I'm so sorry to learn about Dave's passing. He was a great guy. You and your family will be in my prayers. May God continue to watch over you and give you strength throughout this sorrowful time.
Rest in Peace, Dave
Ruth Burak Brewer
December 10, 2015
Gayle sorry for your loss. Dave was a great guy but you already knèw that. I will keep you in my prayers. One day at a time.
Eleanor Avery
December 10, 2015
Gayle and family!
You and Dave have been in our life practically since we moved to San Antonio. You watched Gabe grow up, and Dave never stopped frightening us by beeping the horn from whatever very shiny, looking better than new vehicle he was in. He was always on the way to HEB to lose his wallet. We were shocked and will miss "Check" TERRIBLY! Eleanor, Colleen, and Gabe
Suzanne Keller
December 10, 2015
Gayle, so very, very sorry for your loss. Dave will be remembered with smiles, heaven is in for a treat, and will surely be welcoming him. You are in my thoughts and prayers, I truly understand. Treasure your memories, take care of yourself.
john goobic, lll
December 9, 2015
gayle, andy and collette:
you have my deepest sympathy, i was shocked to learn of dave's passing.
i will always remember those days swimming and imbibing at the big dam
from the russian orthodox panaheyda (memorial service), i leave you with:
VETCHNIYA POMYAT. MEMORY ETERNAL.
give rest to the souls of Thy departed servants, in a place of light, a place of green pastures, in a place of rest whence all pain, sorrow and sighing are fled away.
.
, , , , , .
Anita Freestone
December 8, 2015
Gail;
So sorry for your loss. Peace be with you and your family during this difficult time. Dave was a terrific person and great boss.
Ann & Claude Kainer
December 8, 2015
Gayle and Family, we are so sorry to hear of Dave's loss. Please let us know if we can do anything at all for you. We love you much!
Ann and Claude
Ann & Claude
December 8, 2015
Gayle and family, Claude and I have you in our prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Love you so much,
Ann and Claude
December 8, 2015
Gail and Family,
So sorry to hear your loss of Dave. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a great guy. He will be missed.
David and Shirley Reese
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