David Church Deane

David Church Deane

David Deane Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 22, 2008.
Deane, David Church. June 22, 1980 - August 19, 2008. Our beloved David Church Deane, was taken home to our Lord, Jesus Christ, on August 19, 2008. David is the son of Mary Church Deane of Costa Mesa, and Larry Deane of Sacramento. He touched the lives of many family members and friends who loved him dearly, and who are honored to have known him. After graduating from college in Boulder, Colo., David toured Europe extensively. He loved cars, motorcycles and the world of automotives, and was pursuing a career in this industry while he worked as Production Administrator on the set of "Judge Judy." David leaves behind his mom and dad; sisters, Kellie Deane Freeman, Maureen Murray Lee, Shannon Deane Cronin and Kelly Deane Rutherford; brother Anthony Deane; uncles, Bob and Bill Church; aunt, Janet Deane; cousins, Michael Church, Kathy Church, Lisa Church Gill and Brian Church; his nieces, Laurel and Annabelle Lee, and nephews, Riley, Ben and Dean Cronin, and Adam Freeman. We will always miss you, David, and look to the day we will join you in Heaven. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 22, 2008 at Fairhaven Memorial Park and Mortuary, 1702 Fairhaven Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703. (714) 633-1442. Fairhaven Memorial Park

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August 23, 2022

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K

December 14, 2024

I didn´t personally know David I have been watching old episodes of judge Judy and he name appeared at the end of an episode and I looked him up and found this page. R.I.P David gone but never forgotten.

A P

August 23, 2022

So sorry to read about this young man.

Payrock

August 13, 2022

Like many of the recent posts I was watching Judge Judy and saw that the episode was dedicated to Mr Dean . No matter how much time passes your memories and love do not disappear . Thinking and praying for you all from Aberdeen, Scotland

Fredericka Charles

August 9, 2022

Sorry for your loss. May you continually be comforted. Good bless you all

I did not know David Church Deane I just finished watching a Judge Judy show and the message of this young person passing flashed up.

August 9, 2022

Just saw an episode of JJ dedicated to you, David Church Deane, 14 years after the sad and tragic occurrence. Googled your name and learned what happened. My heartfelt condolences to your daily. Wishing them ongoing strength and comfort. Continue to rest in perfect peace.

John J

July 8, 2022

Yeah, I'm in Scotland. I seen your tribute at the end of a JJ episode just now. Rest easy, Sir.

Kelly Moore

July 29, 2021

I like many others just saw the memorial to you on an episode. I looked you up and I´m so sorry this happened to you. RIP and love and healing to your family x

COLIN MCERLAIN

July 29, 2021

just watched judge judy i m in n.ireland and was compelled to look up David`s name and see it is near his anniversary ...thinking of you all at this time ...gone but never forgotten lots of love

Dawn UK

July 27, 2021

Just watched episode of judge Judy and seen memory dedicated to David Church Deane.. I googled the name in front of me such a tragic loss Rip David my heart goes out to you and your family x

Kaylee Smeaton

July 23, 2021

R.I.P I saw an episode if Judge Judy dedicated to you, and googled who you were.

Keep watching over us,
Kaylee, 31F, ASD, UK

Becky

April 23, 2021

I as well as many others watched Judge Judy seen dedicated at end of episode.
Time has passed I'm sure your heart is heavy. May you find peace in every day that passes. Know you have a precious angel watching over you.✝

Elvis

April 8, 2019

You live on Brother!! Till we meet to depart no more..

Chase Schenk

July 3, 2018

10 years later and I still miss you Dave. Mary, if you see this I hope you know you are constantly in my prayers.

Pamela Nordland

June 28, 2015

Dear, dear Mary,
It is 1:15 a.m. and I am crying. I have tried to find you on the Internet many times (I am not on social media) but tonight something reminded me of your maiden name, Church. I googled Mary Church Deane and discovered that your precious boy died in 2008 and my heart is broken for you. I had no idea that you were going through this pain and I am so sorry. I want to talk to you and see you if you agree. I love you Mary. [email protected] or (858) 693-9276. Cell (619) 208-0653

November 21, 2013

happy birthday ..prayers for yr family...please drive safely everyone.

Ed & Nancy Flores

November 15, 2013

You celebrated life and were loved by many especially your mum Mary. We we remember you always..

Ed & Nancy

November 15, 2013

You celebrated life and were loved by many especially your mum- Mary,you are remembered always

MB

August 8, 2013

He lives on in the hearts that loved him - RIP.

Michelle Green

July 31, 2013

I've just lost my father and my heart goes out to the Deane family

ny

July 30, 2013

God Bless

SM

January 27, 2013

Rest in peace. I didn't know you, but saw your name on Judge Judy's show. So young. Praying for your family and friends as I'm sure you left a hole in their lives.

January 22, 2013

rip

M C

January 20, 2013

Just viewed a Judge Judy episode, a dedication was made. I am so sorry to the family for your loss. David, god bless and you will be remembered.

Lancelot Brown

January 19, 2013

I love watching judge Judy, I have watched her show from the first episode, and to kno that you came along and had some positive impact warms my heart such a young soul. Thank you David may your soul rest in peace

diamond

January 19, 2013

Just seen judge Judy show that was dedicated to you.may your soul rest in peace.

January 19, 2013

I just saw an episode of Judge Judy and I looked it up. I'm sorry, you seemed to have been a real cool,smart and loving person. Rest in peace. Hope your parents have peace knowing that you are loved by many!

Darlene Dicks

December 1, 2012

Rest In Peace. I looked you up online after seeing an episode of Judge Judy that was dedicated to you. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest In Peace David.

November 24, 2012

david just saw a episode that was dedicated to u,....

r.i.p. yr big apple pal

larry deane

November 13, 2012

some days are much tougher than others and today is tough right now, please hold my hand so i can stop crying - i miss you davers

November 11, 2012

saw u again bro on 2 episodes last nite....bless yours. big mack in nyc

Mary Foster

September 10, 2012

Rest in peace and love

may brown

September 7, 2012

rip david

juliet & theofilos Krikellis

August 30, 2012

Ruhen in frienen

August 22, 2012

rip david. so many loved you .

Tara Reddish

August 21, 2012

RIP. THANKS FOR HELPING MAKE THE JUDGE JUDY SHOW ENJOYABLE TO WATCH.

mack

July 9, 2012

rip david. prayers are with you.

larry

July 8, 2012

oh how i miss you and need you near me. the hole in my heart is slowly healing but it will never completely close. i love you my son.

March 7, 2012

just saw the show dedicated to you buddy...rip....God keep you in the light.

Ann B

December 16, 2011

Too many of us watch TV and give no thought to those who contribute to bring us so much enjoyment. I was deeply saddened to read about your tragic death after watching a rerun of a Judge Judy story this evening in Ireland.
As we say in Gaelic , Nollaig Shona agus Coladh Samh ( Happy Xmas and sleep softly ) Ann ( Galway)

Jules Ladeau

November 2, 2011

God bless your sweet soul, David Church Deane. You passed too early but are an amazing angel watching over your beautiful family and friends. I came to know of you through "Judge Judy," and my birthday of August 19th is your passing over date. I pray for all good things towards your spirit and loved ones. xoxoxo Jules ;D

September 28, 2010

Although his life was too short,he seemed to have lived an interesting and adventurous life.RIP Mr. Deane.

Rachel Knowles

November 16, 2009

It may be a year on but I have just watched the 'Judge Judy' show and saw the show dedicated to David. From Mudgee Australia I send my thought and love to all the family. Rachel Knowles

April 16, 2009

I am very sad to hear about the death of David my prayers and condoences go out to everyones heart that he ever touch. We all need to see life is short and we need to go to God our father..
A Viewer Jacquelyn

March 25, 2009

I miss you.

nicole tapper

March 2, 2009

i watch judge judy everyday and i saw the sad sad in memory of david i read up about him may god keep his friends and family strong.

sandi

February 13, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lisa Raffaelli

February 10, 2009

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

An old Irish prayer...RIP David

Joan Day

February 10, 2009

My prayers are with the family and friends.

Polly Irizarry

February 10, 2009

I am sending you and your family all my blessing. You will be in my pray. God bless all of you!!!

Siobhan V

February 9, 2009

I just saw the notice at the end of a Judge Judy episode. I'm sorry for your loss. Blessings to you.

Corkie Washington

February 3, 2009

You were way too young...
God Bless and Keep you and your family...
Leroy and Corkie Washington
Anaheim, CA.

Becky Cleveland

January 28, 2009

I didn't know you but it wwas like I did watching the Judge Judy show is always nice to watch and i know you got a laugh or two when all of these people get up in front of millions of people to tell a story yet to get put in place by the Judge herself. i kknow you were a good person and will be missed by all by all of the comments that i read and i wish we had a name that circulated through my family like deane did one of every name that was read had deane as a middle name or a first...Take care my known but unknown friend..You made it to the to the gates of Heaven...

fritz s

December 26, 2008

God bless the family

Kim Kelly

December 24, 2008

Deane Church Family
I too saw the remembrance of your dear loved one on the show where he worked. He must've been an important member of the team. I am sorry for your loss of this young man in the spring of his life on earth. May your memories sustain you until you see him again.

Alfred Reed

December 23, 2008

A good young man. And a family who will always be proud.

Sandy Knight

December 23, 2008

Blessings to you and your family.I was watching Judge Judy and it said it was In Memory of David. May the Lord give you more and more strenghth. With Deepest Sympathy, Sandy Knight,
Oliver Springs, Tn.

Gary R

November 21, 2008

Ride On David, Ride On....

Wendy M

November 21, 2008

May God bless all of your loved ones and may you be an angel to all of them...

Debbie Donovan

November 20, 2008

To the family:So sorry for your loss of the physical son who you shall rejoice some day when you are reunited with him again.
God never brings home until God says it is time to come home.
Your son's work on earth has ended.
The heart aches for a short time until you all are together for eternity.
God bless.

carolyn gunther

November 18, 2008

May you be under God's wings now, and watch over all your loved ones, and give them "peace"...I had no idea who you were, but my heart goes out to your family..Rest in Peace..

Pam PURCELL

November 18, 2008

MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE DEANE FAMILY I WATCH JUDGE JUDY ALL THE TIME AND I DO NOT KNOW WHO HE WAS BUT ANYWAY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.

Susan Grouse

November 12, 2008

I never knew David either but I love watching Judge Judy and I saw a remembrance of him and wanted to find out who he was, I am so sorry and my Sympathies to his family

Kathleen Church

September 5, 2008

I love you David. I will see you in heaven. You will always be remembered. Love, Kathy Church

chris gianulias

August 26, 2008

We miss you buddy, We will see you again some day, Love Chris & Ang.

Laura Shovein-Brown

August 26, 2008

To the family and friends of David. My sorrow and sympathies go out to you. I never met David, but feel that I really missed out on knowing a genuinely special and charismatic guy. I am a friend of Shannon's and wish to extend a huge hug and prayers to help get through this very difficult time. We're thinking of you and hope you find peace in fond memories.

Kellie Deane Freeman

August 26, 2008

I miss you so much. We all do. You are so loved.

Pauland Kellie Deane Freeman with David - Nov 04

August 25, 2008

Jessica Cowgill

August 24, 2008

To my big brother dave
I miss you so much! I am so thankful that you came over a few times within this last month though. I just cant believe that you are gone, gone forever. Thank you for caring about me as if I was your little sister. You were such an amazing man! You were so full of life, and I know that in these past few years you enjoyed your life to the fullest! I will be thinking of you often and missing you so much. I wish I could hug you one last time! Please be my guardian angel and watch over me. I love you.
Jessica Cowgill

To Mamma Deane,
My heart goes out to you, I could not even fathom losing my son. You are such a strong woman of Christ. Please lean on Him when times get hard. I admire you and love you!

desiree stickelmaier

August 23, 2008

My Dear friend Dave,
i don't know where to start this...i just want to thank you for being such a great friend to me over the years. We have a lot of great memories that i am so thankful for, but saddened that i will never be able have more with you. Thanks for being a shoulder to cry on, providing me with comic relief, encouraging me to do things I'm scared of, and most importantly for letting me be me and loving me with no judgment. i hope i was half as good of a friend to you as you were to me, i miss you soo very much Dave it's hard to bare. i will never forget all the fun times we had...your graduation in Colorado, the painting party at Momma Deane's, New Years at the Fox and Hound, doing donuts in the rented Jaguar, hanging out at your house playing cards or just watching tv, and all the fun parties you had. My personal favorite was of course my birthday pajama jammy jam 2006. and don't you worry friend, we will all take care of Momma Deane as you would do for any of us friends if the rolls were reversed. you will be with me always friend, until we meet again...kisses, desiree

VIcki Mays

August 23, 2008

Mary,
My deepest sympathies on your loss. I never met David but felt as though I knew him through Debra. The minute I heard about this, I contacted Debra and Karl as they are out of the Country. She will contact you as soon as she returns. Her thoughts and prayers as well as my families will be with you. I am so sorry for your pain.

Laura Robbins

August 23, 2008

I am so saddened by the loss of sweet David. I am friends with Shannon and Brian and went to Mexico with David 10 years ago.
I would see him around in Boulder when he lived here, and he always had a warm embrace to share. He was so special and I am so sorry. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Noah & Lisa Thompson

August 22, 2008

We only met you twice but thats all that was needed to know that you were a fun .. loving.. caring.. great friend to everyone around you.. you were and are deeply loved with the friends that are here to enjoy your memories.. thank you for being such a kind spirit guy.. we will see you soon!

Nanette Lund

August 22, 2008

Our prayers go out to the Deane family. I knew David from CCHS. He was always kind, respectful and had a wonderful laugh. Our family will be praying that the Lord will give you peace and rest, through this difficult time.

Mary Alton now Wigton

August 22, 2008

Although we have not seen you since David was in diapers, our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow.

Nanette Lund

August 22, 2008

Dear Mary and Family, I am so sorry to hear the news of David. I have so many fun memories when the boys were at CCHS. I was one of the moms that drove to do toilet papering. I remember Davids laugh. He was always so respectful and kind. I always enjoyed talking with him and seeing him. I pray that you will rest and lean on the Lord. Jesus is holding David in is arms safe and at peace. Our entire family will be praying for you all.

Bohemian Grove, Thanksgiving 2004

August 22, 2008

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