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David Chernicky
1953 - 2021
David Chernicky
1953 - 2021
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BORN
1953
DIED
2021
David Chernicky Obituary
David Chernicky, beloved son, brother, uncle, entrepreneur and generous benefactor to many, passed peacefully on January 4, 2021, at his home in Florida. He was born August 23, 1953 in Oklahoma City. His colorful personality and giving spirit will live on in those who knew and loved him. Private family services are being held at this time. A celebration of David's life will be held when safe to do so. www.smithandkernke.com
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D slape
January 8, 2024
Gone too soon but had a great life
Elin in Estonia
October 2, 2022
I'm 85 years old. Around 2017, I was in a shoe store in Clearwater Florida with my feet hurting but I was short on cash for some wonderful sliver slippers. Mr Chernicky was waiting patiently to be served and then he suddenly offered to buy them for me. He insisted. I will never forget his act of generosity. He gave me his business card and I found it and wanted to reach out to him but I see he has passed on. Please accept my deepest condolences. He was an amazing human being. From my experience, Okies generally are special people. I'm back in Estonia now and thinking of him
Tobi from Germany
July 6, 2022
I only read today about his Passing...
I met Dave only twice in my life for a few weeks in summer. Even he didn´t know me first when I came to Tulsa, his nephew asked him to host me which he immediately did! After a first getting to know, we warmed up! First thing he did was bringing me to a drug store and buying all kind of stuff for me `to be a real man´! He even showed me as a 20 years old how to shave properly!
I never forget how he gave me in the car 100$ and told me to give it to a bus from his hometown with Christian´s on board as a donation or the homeless at the gas station which he gave 20$ when he asked for one dollar! I will never forget these evenings at his lake house, when he was a true captain on his boat or even shot a snake that entered the house!
Dave truly enjoyed his life day and night, but was a hard worker and always followed his heart! I only met him another summer after this but his spirit joined me the next 15 years after!
I wished I could have met him again but it wasn´t so easy from over seas!
I am grateful I met him and I will make sure that his spirit of life is spread and never will be forgotten! Thank you Dave for letting me into your life, being generous for me and showing me how to shave like a true man! I was a random 20 years old but Dave, you cared about me!
You are always in my heart!
Don Slape
January 4, 2022
the world is a colder place without Mr. David
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Michelle
August 13, 2021
Gosh I just can´t even believe this. David your down-to-earth, beautiful, authentic spirit will forever live on in the lives of those whose paths you crossed. Til we meet again my friend.
Robert Edwards
March 26, 2021
There will never be another David Chernicky... true blue, a man who would just see if “anyone was listening.” His actions proved himself in life. I learned a lot from him, and he’ll always be that person to me who was my teacher. Funny... crazy to most but the opposite to me, he was actually one of the most comfortable and peaceful person to be around! He made the best grilled cheese ever! With those sautéed jalapeños and pickles!! He taught me more than he will ever know.. about people... how to do laundry.. “Extra rinse!” etc...
Always genuine and never fed anyone bs... you always knew where you stood and that’s why he was a natural born leader. You would think he worked at a car wash.. never bragged, boasted and always made you feel like you were on the same level as him.
Money will never buy these personality traits he had. One of a kind for sure... He will always be missed and thought of...
Robert Edwards
March 26, 2021
True blue... a natural born leader... genuine, giving and so intelligent, very misunderstood... so funny... he would always see if you were “just listening” he adapted to every type of environment... never boasted or bragged snd you would think he was so average.. David always made you feel comfortable, like you were on the same page as him. Never let his worth get in the way of what others thought about themselves. If you were to meet him, you would think he worked at a car wash;) There will never be another David Chernicky... Money will never buy all the qualities he had. Ever.
John Cory
March 14, 2021
Great person and friend from years ago in the Air Force at Tinker and Germany. Many good times I was planing to meet up again.
Western Ellis Doughty
March 7, 2021
David, the one thing I loved about you was your consideration of others. You were a treasure and will be missed.
Western Ellis Doughty
March 7, 2021
David, the one thing I loved about you was your consideration of others. You were a treasure and will be missed.
Billee Mcgeorge
February 19, 2021
Mr. Dave thank you for being you. You were an ordinary person one of a kind heart full of gold. God called you home because he knew the type of person you were. I was blessed to know you R.I.P Mr. Dave
DON SLAPE
February 17, 2021
I worked for mr chernicky on location he took care of his hands. Rest in peace Sir
Dawn Cheri Farrell
January 26, 2021
A Dear Man .. who said & did Dear things - we were kindred spirits & I wanted to change the world with him - Sail On The High Seas Capt’n
Henry y Paola Moreno
January 19, 2021
We still can believe but your will be missing and my kids will remember you and your laughing, generosity, unique personality. Thank for all you did for us.
Porfirio Diaz
January 18, 2021
On behalf of the Diaz Family and Diaz Masonry we appreciate all you did for our family and the great work relationship we had. we will miss you dearly. Porfirio, Lili, America and Liliana
Donna Sims
January 17, 2021
Intelligent. Daring. Funny. Insightful. Hard worker. Visionary. This world has lost a shining light. David’s quirky personality and his infectious smile were only outshined by his generosity. I’m blessed to have been able to work with him and to know him as a friend. David, I hope you found what your heart was searching for. Prayers for the family and friends left behind who will miss him dearly. God bless.
Brent and Melanie Blackstock
January 16, 2021
Melanie and I will miss you.
Ariane Brown
January 12, 2021
He was a kind man who valued the arts and cared for the community.
Joshua Gifford
January 12, 2021
A man about Tulsa that continually showed his generosity to those in the service industry. He will be missed around this town.
Marla Cooper
January 12, 2021
“A purpose of human life, no matter who is controlling it, is to love whoever is around to be loved.”
Kurt Vonnegut, The Sirens of Titan
Words you lived by. I could write another book of "Chernicky-isms". My memories of your generosity and shocking humor (your method of filtering others) are crisp and clear. You will remain in my heart's most grateful room. May I endeavor to be so giving in all aspects of life as you, my friend. So much love... Please visit often!
Michelle
January 12, 2021
One of my favorite photos of Dave. Perfectly sums up his giving spirit.
Ashley Baker
January 11, 2021
I've known david for about 14 years, a couple solid years. He was very generous and was always smiling. He always had a good time and was always laughing! I've been thinking about him lately and now I know why. A friend that introduced us when I worked for her at CYC just sent me this article. I'm saddened to hear this news. He left an impact on so many lifes. And ill forever be grateful for him. R.I.P David!
Becky
January 11, 2021
RIP BIG WAVE DAVE. THANK YOU AND LOVE YOU.
Nurse Becky
Chera Kimiko
January 11, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Scott and Anna Schad
January 10, 2021
What a trail you blazed! When I started working for you twenty years ago I knew that I had grabbed hold of a comet's tail. You always wore a big grin and I came to learn that it matched the size of your heart. Thanks for teaching me so much. Thanks for improving the lives of so many people. My heart goes out to all the members of your amazing family. Godspeed.-- Scott & Anna Schad
Camilla Winfrey
January 10, 2021
David was smart, creative, generous, interesting and fun to be with. He tried to be a good friend. I’m saddened by his death. I will miss him.
Kellie O'Malley
January 10, 2021
David was a giant amazing dear friend. I was lucky to have him in my life in so many ways for well over 10 years. He was always there. Always an inspirations. Always encouraging. SO MANY LAUGHS. I'm so sorry for the loss of his presence here on earth. I am very sad. My condolences to his dear family. He was a treasure. He will be cherished in memories by SO MANY.
John Special
January 10, 2021
Having known David for over 35 years, I feel confident he is still full of his magical energy, strategizing, and working on another deal. A brilliant soul, and often misunderstood.
Good bye , our friend, thank you for your guiding light.
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