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David Lee Segraves
1945 - 2017
David Lee Segraves
1945 - 2017
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1945
DIED
2017
David Segraves Obituary
Clarkston - "Coach" David Lee Segraves passed away November 1, 2017 at his home in Clarkston, Michigan. He was born on October 6, 1945 to parents Warren Lee and Mildred Caroline Segraves. He is survived by daughter Misty Segraves,brothers Warren Lee Segraves (Vanessa), and Brian Lee Segraves, and sister Eileen Gail Parker (Larry). A lifelong swim coach, he was revered by hundreds of children from various clubs, including Meadowbrook Country Club, Royal Oak Peguins,and the Spartan Aquatic Club of Livonia/Novi. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, December 3, 2017, from 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. at Meadowbrook Country Club, Northville, Michigan.
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Kristi Johnson (Orr)
February 23, 2024
Mr Seagraves or "coach" to me, was such an important person in my life. My dad wasn´t involved with my swimming (or any part of my life) and coach Seagraves made-up for that in spades. I saw him as a great father figure. He helped shape my life as a go-getter with a competitive attitude towards everything I did. I continued on to swim for Eastern Michigan University, which was largely due to Coaches´ support of me and love of competing, which was instilled in me at a very young age. I am now a a Swim Instructor Trainer will never forget my first coach and how he helped shape me into the adult I became.
Sheri Hall
May 7, 2018
Mr. Segraves made didn't just coach swimmers, he taught kids important lessons to carry through their lives. I will always remember his quote-of-the-day, his amazing Christmas parties, and the annual Indy 500 race. He always had a smile for each kid and a sparkle in his eye.
Patricia Arnold
January 9, 2018
Dave was always positive even when things were gray.
Patricia Arnold
January 9, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I meet Dave at the Lapeer Soup Kitchens while he lived in Lapeer, Mi. He was a very nice guy and he is very sadly missed by a lot of friends and family.,I am so sorry for your loss. I meet Dave at the Lapeer Soup Kitchens while he lived in Lapeer, Mi. He was a very nice guy and he is very sadly missed by a lot of friends and family.
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Steve Tod
December 10, 2017
Dave was my Best Man at my wedding in June of 1967. We swam together from 1959-1963 at Royal Oak Dondero where we were team captains our senior year. We also roomed together for three years at Western Michigan University. I remember that, at first, Dave was going to be a forester, but Agronomy was his first course and it had to start in darkness; I believe the class began at 5 or 6 a.m. But Dave also was inspired to the maximum by history and the coaching of swimming, which he brought the level of great artistry. A great friend, a great coach, and a wonderful human being.
Katie Staton (Goble)
December 9, 2017
Dave left a lasting impression on me. He challenged me as a swimmer, I may have challenged him as a coach- who would want to swim when he was belting out amazing Neil Diamond songs? He started every practice with a quote of the day, something to ponder during warm-up, life, and a way to improve yourself. He will be missed and his contributions will be celebrated!
December 3, 2017
Dear Family
this is a heart breaker. He changed so many lives and to my daughters instilled in them values that have led to great lives. Thank you Dave for yourself and your beautiful poetry. we will miss you. Gobles
Megan Goble
December 3, 2017
I will always remember Mr. Segraves singing his favorite Christmas tunes while we pounded out the yardage in the pool. Barry Manilow and Neil Diamond seemed to be favorites - Dave made Christmas a year round event! Thanks for the memories! Segraves was definitely my favorite coach teaching me more about life than swimming.
C L
November 30, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear this. Please accept my condolences on your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13
1976 Royal Oak Penguins swim team
Todd Scott
November 29, 2017
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