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David Sale Obituary
David graduated from Mosley High School in 1987 and furthered his education at West Florida. He dedicated his career to working as a Computer Tech at FSU, where he was highly regarded for his expertise and helpful nature.
Outside of his professional life, David was passionate about various outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and kayaking. He also enjoyed playing computer games with his close friends, Steve and Tam Roper. His love for spending holidays with family and friends was a testament to his warm and welcoming personality.
David is survived by his mother, Sandy Sale; brother, Marcus Sale; birth mother, Janet Kelly; sisters, Jennifer Shalz and Shana Marie Campbell; niece, Honor Campbell; and grandmother, Louise Kimbrell. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Sale; birth father, Roger Kersh; and sister-in-law, Tari Sale.
David's Celebration of Life will be held on Sept. 7, 2024 at Gulf View United Methodist Church, located at 245 Wisteria Lane, Panama City Beach, Florida 32413. Visitation will commence at 1:30 PM, followed by a service at 2:00 PM. Donations can be made to the Gulf View United Methodist Church Philippians 2,3,4 fund, honoring David's memory and his spirit of generosity and community.
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SCC
May 3, 2025
Eating Pineapple Pizza in your honor!
SCC
May 2, 2025
Missing you today and everyday, you are such an amazing human being Kari and made such a profound impact on so many people's lives. Eating in your honor today!
Trunkle Pax
May 2, 2025
Missing you Kari. Having pineapple pizza in your memory. God bless you and your family.
Sandra Bauer-Haller
September 24, 2024
Hope that David's family is coping with their loss. He will be missed.
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Kat O'Neal
September 23, 2024
Kari was a loving soul. Always helping others and bettering the lives of her friends. We will miss you dearly. We will always remember her.
Teresa Waldon
September 19, 2024
Hoping that God will grant Dave eternal peace.
Lil-GreenFury
September 18, 2024
Kari giver of love, light, and laughter,
In your presence, there was always a spark of hope, a warm embrace of acceptance. You stood tall, fighting for a community that needed your strength, and in doing so, you became a beacon for all of us. You created spaces where love, in all its forms, could flourish, and where we could be unapologetically ourselves. Your laughter was the soundtrack to the safety you gave us, a reminder that joy can exist even in the toughest battles.
Your advocacy was more than just words-it was action, it was heart, it was life-changing. You inspired us to be braver, to love harder, and to carry forward the torch you lit. Though you are no longer here, your legacy lives in each of us who had the honor of knowing you.
Thank you for the light you gave, the love you shared, and the hope you inspired. We will carry your spirit with us always, and continue to fight, laugh, and love in your name.
Rest in power sister
Vern Tolbert
September 17, 2024
"A good man out of the treasure of his heart brings forth that which is good." Luke 6:45
A J Freeman
September 14, 2024
Condolences and hugs to David's family and Florida friends. He will be missed.
Cristin Elle
September 14, 2024
#hernameiskari
Kari touched more lives than she was ever aware of. You are so missed Kari. Rest well sister and know others will continue what you started.
Brittani Everett
September 13, 2024
Dave, rest in peace eternal, brother. You are missed.
Carl Gundersen
September 13, 2024
David, brother, hope you are at peace with yourself now. You spent so long at war against your nature.
Lexington
September 12, 2024
Kari-Aidyn was a kind and caring friend, someone who knew to enjoy life in its smallest iterations, like the wings of a butterfly. I am lucky and grateful that our lifetimes overlapped, and that the stars aligned so that I could know her for a small amount of time. I will miss laughing with them and hearing their puns and delightful jokes. Thank you for the starlight, Kari.
2S
September 12, 2024
Kari was always gentle and kind. Will miss her!!!!!!!! Rest in power nitotem
Jay
September 11, 2024
Kari always stood up for what she believed was right, no matter what. I'm honored to have known someone as amazing as her. Rest in power Kari.
J
September 11, 2024
Kari always stood up for what she believed in, no matter what. I'm honored to have gotten to know someone as amazing as her. Rest in power Kari.
Momo
September 11, 2024
You were so beautiful Kari, inside and out. You will be missed dearly. You made a huge impact on my life personally and so many others. Rest in peace Kari.
AW
September 11, 2024
You will be missed by so many Kari. You touched so many lives and I can only hope she is resting peacefully wherever she is now.
Amber
September 11, 2024
I've known Kari for a few years and have had so many wonderful conversations with her on so many different topics. Kari's kindness, compassion, intellect, and sense of humor will be forever missed. Kari, I miss you, my friend! May your kind spirit forever rest in peace and power.
Kristen
September 10, 2024
Rest in power Kari
Chubbiii Ginger
September 10, 2024
Kari was an incredible human who had a passion for advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. They were brilliant, capable, and witty. Her kindness, friendship, and advocacy is greatly missed. Rest in peace kind spirit.
Age
September 10, 2024
I didn´t know Kari well but we did speak a few times. She was an intelligent and well spoken women. The elders within her community are very precious. I am sad she is gone. Rest in Power, Kari.
Beth Gardner
September 10, 2024
Kari was a kind soul who was always helpful to others. Kari will be missed.
Jess L N-T
September 10, 2024
Kari always had good jokes, an intellectual mind, and a big heart. I will miss her presence in my life. She did so much good for so many.
Calcifer
September 10, 2024
I only knew Kari through social media like several others. However they had always been a great influence in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. I´m going to miss advocating with her
SLN
September 10, 2024
Kari alway came in with nothing but the facts . She spoke beautifully and eloquently about topics that mattered . She was always able to lighten the mood and cheer up those around her . We miss you Kari
Cam the LumberSnack
September 10, 2024
Kari is her name and she was an amazing woman that brightened this dark world. She brought so much joy to many people and we will miss her so much. We love you Kari and we will meet again
ZQ
September 10, 2024
KARI was a sweet blessing that will always be missed. Our time together was short, but our support for each other will be eternal. SHE was so intelligent and so caring. Her heart carried the pain of so many because that´s just who she was, a healer. Kari Aiden you will be loved forevermore
DL
September 10, 2024
#HerNameIsKari
May you find peace, Kari. You will be missed.
Mary Greenberg
September 10, 2024
My sweet friend Kari. She was warm, kind, intelligent, patient, accepting of others and truly a beautiful soul. I will miss our amazing conversations and the education you shared so freely with everyone. I will miss you
#hernameiskari
Mary
Auntie Feather
September 10, 2024
#HerNameIsKari
Rest in peace Kari thanks for being a decent friend and a true person
You will be dearly missed but never forgotten
R
September 10, 2024
Her name was Kari
Shy Morris
September 10, 2024
We love you so much Kari Miss your visits here and our late evening dollar general visits and flirting with cuties. You were one of my very best friends and I so so miss you and our time taking Ashlynn places and long talks. You were such a precious gift I´m so sorry we didn´t have more years together as friends.
-Shy & Ashlynn
CS
September 10, 2024
HER name is KARI. I only wish I had more time with her. She fought for 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC rights and was a friend/family member to many. Kari I hope you enjoyed your memorial with over 200 people in the live sharing our love for you and how much you will be missed. I hope you loved your songs that were written just for you. I will never forget you and your name will stay in my bio to honor you. Every now and then I will have pineapple pizza with a coke just for you.
#HERNAMEISKARI
Allyse
September 10, 2024
I've only gotten to know Kari through her community she so lovingly cared for and who care for her so very deeply. Her smile and bright personality would always bring light to any place that she was. Rest in power my fellow sister. May you rest in peace and may your name and memory live on forever in all of us. May you continue to shine on us all.
Brooke
September 10, 2024
Kari had an amazing soul. She may be gone physically but she lives in all our souls! The kindness she taught complete strangers. I agree with Kari. Pineapple does belong on pizza!
Kari taught us all in the short time we knew her.
#HERnameisKARI #RememberHER
Brookie
Allyse
September 10, 2024
I've seen Kari a few times online she always had a smile on her face. She truly loved her community and she will never be forgotten. Rest in power my fellow sister. May your memories live on in everyone's hearts and your soul find peace.
Cat
September 9, 2024
I only knew Kari thru social media, but I learned so much from her. She was so smart and kind, with such a positive outlook on hard situations. She had so much patience when trying to educate people who often didn't even deserve her time. Her mark will definitely not be overlooked or forgotten.
Sw
September 9, 2024
SW
I only got to met you a few times. You are such an amazing soul. You have touched the hearts of so many people you don´t even know. We will keep you in our hearts. You will be missed. Kari we will all cherish the times we had together.
Thelevar Echo
September 9, 2024
Kari, while I only knew the joy of your friendship briefly, your presence in my life and efforts in our community made the world better. Your loss is felt deeply by people you may not realize you impacted. Your constant advocacy touched so many lives. Thank you for always being a bright sport in the world. We lost one of the few good people left when we lost you.
Her name is Kari, and she will forever be missed.
ADS
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing friend, she was always checking in on others even while going through her own health conditions. She was so funny and had the best sense of humor, she was also so smart always trying to educate the ignorant arrogant trolls that asked the questions bur didn't really care about the answers. Kari will be so missed, I hope she is finally out of pain and able to rest. I know she is looking down on all of us with that big beautiful smile she has!
A friend
September 9, 2024
Kari was an absolutely amazing person & friend. She will be missed by all of her friends.
Catrina Kimber
September 9, 2024
Kari, your presence will be profoundly missed by all of us. Your laughter has helped us navigate numerous challenges, and your vibrant spirit truly illuminated our lives . While it may seem cliché, you genuinely were a remarkable source of positivity in our environment. Your kindness, compassion, integrity, and remarkable patience have left a lasting impression on everyone, along with your infectious laughter, which often brought joy and camaraderie.
As we move forward, we will continue to cherish your memory and hold you in our hearts. On a lighter note, I look forward to experiencing the unique flavor combination of mango on pizza, and I will certainly enjoy a slice of Hawaiian pizza in your honor. Wishing you peace in paradise, dear Kari. Your remarkable qualities have greatly enriched our lives, and I am truly grateful to have had the opportunity to know you.
Her name is Kari and will always forever be Kari to me.
Rebajeansy
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing person. She was funny and kind. She showed kindness to everyone. The world is a little more dim without her. Eat some pineapple pizza in her honor #hernameisKari
Alyx Hazlett
September 9, 2024
KARI was a one of a kind human who deserves to be remembered how she lived. SHE will be deeply missed by those who loved and fought along side her to better this world for all of us who get treated this way, even in death. Kari your life, your passion and your truth will be forever spoken about by those of us who knew the true authentic you.
Blaire Heart
September 9, 2024
Kari was a beautiful soul, woman, friend,
and human. Her name will forever and always be Kari. and she, will rest in power.
Talia
September 9, 2024
Kari was a wonderful friend,advocate and person. She will be missed. Her name is and will always be Kari
Rachel Davis
September 9, 2024
Kari was a wonderful kind person. Always willing to share their knowledge on Transgender subjects.
They were patient with those who were uneducated as well as those who were "willfully ignorant".
They will be missed.
Dani
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing soul! I am crying just knowing that we won't have that 4 hour phone conversation anymore. She was an AMAZING advocate for our community and loved helping those who needed it. So many nights laughing, crying, talking and just helping others. She loved her family and only wished they understood her and what made her the best version of herself.
As I take this time to say goodbye just know your memory will forever be in bedded into my heart my friend. We had such a great chosen family and so many we hold dear to our hearts. Rest in peace my sister and know you have touched hearts around the world. You can finally be YOU!
Katniss Willaims
September 9, 2024
Kari was a wonder person. She was kind, intelligent, silly and an all around amazing human being. She was very patient when educating others on what she was passionate about, she loved playing trivia with us, her sense of humor was top notch and I know she´s smiling down on us knowing how much we loved and appreciated her. She will be missed.
Echo (They/Them)
September 9, 2024
Kari was a great woman who inspired all of us to be better people. She touched hearts of many and walked through this world with grace. It is sad to lose one of my Trans Sisters and you will forever bein our hearts as the woman we know.
#HerNameWasKariAiden
Rest in power Kari (She/They)
Marcus Kalbacher
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing gender-flux woman/person. I will remember our conversations on the complexities of non-binary identity, like ourselves, fondly. Rest well sibling.
Tamara Stillwater
September 9, 2024
I learned so much from Kari. She was a wonderful human being, gentle and kind. She educated so many people gracefully, and reminded us all to be kind even when others don´t accept us for who we are. We love you, Kari! You are at peace with the ancestors. #HerNameWasKariAiden
Kai aka her family
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing soul. I was proud to call her family. She was loved by so many people! I will miss her bright smile and her "swiss cheese" brain filled with so much knowledge and love! Rest in peace my friend! You are loved, you are valid and you ARE enough!
Friend and chosen family
September 9, 2024
Her name is Kari, that is and will always be her name. I've known her years and she would be saddened by your utter disrespect.
She was an amazing and beautiful person and should be remembered as who she was and not your twisted idea of what you wanted her to be.
HER NAME IS KARI AND WILL ALWAYS WILL BE.
Ashley
September 9, 2024
HER name is KARI! She was an amazing light in this world and meant so mich to so many people. Her smile could brighten any room she was in. She fought so hard for acceptance in this horrible and loved with her whole heart. She will be dearly missed. I know SHE is looking down and smiling knowing that her life was not in vain. Kari it's time for you to rest, we love you so much and will continue to love our community and educate other to better this world for you. Rest now friend you've earned.
Pax Elle
September 9, 2024
Kari, you were always so sweet and kind. The Lord blessed us with you in our community. You are missed.
Greg
September 9, 2024
Her name is Kari. If you refused to address her properly in life, at least have the respect and dignity to address her properly in death. She was absolutely beautiful and doesn't deserve your disrespect.
Aster
September 9, 2024
Kari was a truly amazing soul. Their kindness and compassion knew no limits. I will deeply miss our endless conversations and mindless musings. They brought a genuineness to every interaction that is rare in this world and I was truly, truly blessed to know them.
Jonny Walker
September 9, 2024
Jonny Walker
September 9, 2024
Jonny Walker
September 9, 2024
So sorry to see her go, loved video chats on discord she was always so caring and I will cherish Kari's memory forever!
We shared a lot of flower photos together. Here is some for the guest book from here.
MTP
September 9, 2024
Kari was a bright soul and she brought joy to my life and trivia. She was a fierce advocate and so intelligent. She will be missed greatly in her community of true friends and family.
Molly
September 9, 2024
HER name was KARI! SHE was the most amazing human being and I am so glad to have known her! I will miss her wisdom and friendship. She was loved by so many and will be missed so much!
EBE
September 9, 2024
Kari deserved more than this. RIP, Kari. You were and are deeply loved by so many, and you deserve to be remembered as exactly the person you were, not who anyone wanted you to be. Thank you for sharing your kindness and wisdom with so many; we are all better off after knowing you. #HERNAMEISKARI
MD
September 9, 2024
Kari, you will be greatly missed.
KS
September 9, 2024
Kari was a beautiful soul and an amazing human. She was full of knowledge and compassion. Always lighting up whatever space she occupied. We will all love and celebrate her life
Cate Tulett
September 9, 2024
RIP, Kari. You are another beautiful light gone from this world too soon, we will treasure your memories, beautiful. Much love.
Rebecca
September 9, 2024
Kari you will be sadly missed. I loved how much you were an advocate to your community. Fly high you beautiful soul!!!
R S
September 9, 2024
Such a devastating loss... She was a great advocate for so many people. They will truly be missed. RIP Kari
Mx Legacy
September 9, 2024
Kari (they/she) was an intelligent, wonderful human being. She was funny and they fought for the rights and respect of transgender human beings.
She was a blast to talk to, a kind and passionate person, and deserve to be remembered for who she was and what they stood for.
Rest in Power, Kari.
W
September 9, 2024
RIP, Kari. I can't believe this... I'll never forget how kind and caring you were. And I'm so sorry that even in death, you aren't getting all the respect you deserve. Your friends will miss you. I will never forget how hard you fought with us. I will never forget your beautiful smile. Rest easy, love
Jess T.
September 9, 2024
Kari was one of the smartest people I've ever met. I'm glad I knew her and wish we had had more conversations. SHE deeply cared about her community and her friends.
Genevieve Bergman
September 9, 2024
Kari was a great person to work with. They also had a fighting spirit when it came to speaking directly to the transgender, nonbinary, intersex, and 2 Spirit community. They had a great sense of humor and they were an amazing nerd! Kari made a significant impact on many people who will not ever know that they passed away due to the treatment received in this obituary.
But our community knows our own, holds them in reverence, and refuses to allow them to be forgotten.
Georgia
September 9, 2024
HER name was KARI and we all miss you. Respect who SHE truly was. She was kind, loving, respectful, and an absolute boss when she needed to be.
C N
September 9, 2024
Rest in peace Kari. Their little community misses them so much. Her absence is deeply felt. The good fight will be continued on her behalf. We love you, we miss you.
Becca G
September 9, 2024
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Kari. She was a remarkable advocate for our community, touching many lives with her courage and authenticity. I will always remember her for the powerful voice she was and the positive impact she had on those who knew her. Rest in peace beautiful
Alyssa
September 9, 2024
Rest in peace Kari. She was such a beautiful soul and brought a light into any room she walked into. I´m so glad that she was able to find a community who saw her for who she truly was and accepted her. Kari was so loved and will be sorely missed. We love you Kari. The person you truly are is someone who will always have a place in our hearts.
J M
September 9, 2024
Kari was such a kind, compassionate & loving person. They had an incredible way of always making everyone feel included in the conversation & held space for others. May she rest in peace without the pain of this world. Remember HER as she is! Kari, a light to the world that is truly missed. A person who uses they/she pronouns & deserves respect in her passing
Andromeda Kane
September 9, 2024
Kari has always been a strong member of the community. Their memory should be honored as they last knew themselves.
HER Friend
September 9, 2024
KARI was an incredible friend and human rights advocate. SHE deserved to be remembered for how SHE lived, not how OTHERS thought she should have lived. SHE will be missed greatly and the world has lost an incredible WOMAN.
K B
September 9, 2024
RIP Kari. Truly heartbreaking news. Thank you for your wisdom, good humour and endless bravery in the face of adversity. Rest easy now, your friends from around the world will remember you as you had wished to be known in life.
Brie D.
September 9, 2024
HER name was Kari and SHE was an amazing person whose light and love will forever be missed by those who knew HER.
Kayla
September 9, 2024
Kari was one of my closest friends. SHE taught me how to be calm and level headed. Her name is KARI and SHE will be respected even in death.
Ivy Carnivora
September 9, 2024
Kari was a member of our little friend group and i always liked when she popped in. Never had a bad thing to say about anyone. SHE will be missed dearly. May SHE rest in peace.
Kenzi S
September 9, 2024
THEIR name was Kari. Please remember and respect them with their actual name and pronouns (she/they)
They will be missed by all in the community, including myself
Coven Kilgannon
September 9, 2024
Kari Aiden was an amazing human being. She was one of the best of us. She always held space for others and always advocated for her community. She was fearless and brave and I will miss her greatly. I, no, WE love you Kari!
K S
September 9, 2024
HER name was Kari and she was such a kind soul who changed so many peoples hearts! She was so kind and patient. She spread her kindness and compassion to
Thousands. If only her family knew who she was.
Kira Nightingale
September 9, 2024
Kari was an amazing human
.. she was very welcoming of me and was a great friend .. I shall miss them dearly
K A
September 9, 2024
HER name was Kari and SHE was an incredible human and my friend.
Kitten
September 9, 2024
I met Kari on TikTok. We used to go back and forth on debate lives sharing information to people about random things. Kari quickly became one of my closest friends online. She was kind, respectful, extremely intelligent, supportive, and overall caring. I will miss Kari deeply. Tiktok will never be the same without her.
Carolyn Hall
September 9, 2024
I just learned of David's passing and I am so saddened by the news. He was a very kind and patient man. He will be missed.
Racha S
September 4, 2024
David was a kind and generous person. He was very dedicated to his work and always went way beyond the call of duty. Thanks to his dedication and professionalism, David helped make several FSU/ Winthrop-King Conferences successful.
My conversations with David revealed the deep love he had for his family and circle of friends who I am sure miss him as much as we do.
My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Racha
FSU
Mary Lynne Spivey
September 3, 2024
My dear, sweet, kind Nephew, I will miss your smile and happy face. Your interesting facts and knowledge about nature, animals and history always amazed me. I will surely miss you!
Aunt Mary Lynne
Dana Weber
August 30, 2024
Deepest condolences to the family. The Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics has lost a wonderful colleague. David was always ready to help, always offering a quick-witted, energizing chat. Our department won't be the same anymore without him. As we all, I will miss him stopping by my office, his generosity, humor, prompt and patient support. He left too soon; we will always cherish his memory.
Aimée M Boutin
August 29, 2024
I remember my regular chats with David about apps, iphones, and technology fondly; he was a tremendous help when I organized a big event and had to create step-by-step guidelines for our submission portal. I will miss him -- we all will in the department of Modern Languages and Linguistics.
Jeannine Murray-Roman
August 28, 2024
David is such a gentle presence--I will always remember him sharing his interests that connect with my interests too, the netflix shows he was watching, the comics he suggested, with humor and keen observation. We worked together and he was professional always as my colleagues have noted, and he was always first and foremost a person who I was glad to know. To David's family, I am so sorry and my condolences for your loss.
Beth Coggeshall
August 28, 2024
David was a very warm and welcoming presence around our department at FSU. He was so helpful, answering all our questions thoroughly and always happy to lend a hand. And he was extremely polite and respectful-even when I got to know him better and asked him to please call me by my first name, he insisted on calling me Dr. Beth. David is a kind soul, and I will miss his presence in our department. He and his family will be in my thoughts.
Christian
August 28, 2024
David was a very kind person, always willing to help with tech problems and often going the extra mile to make sure the problem got fixed. I will miss his presence in our department. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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