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David B. Link, 28, of Bethlehem, passed away Monday, October 5, 2009 in St. Lukes Hospital, Fountain Hill. Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of Brenda L. (Sabella) Hunter and her husband Thomas R. Hunter with whom he resided, and David J. Link and his wife Jamie L. Link of Bethlehem. David was a graduate of Liberty High School, class of 2000, where he was a pitcher on the baseball team and attended Northampton Community College. He worked for the local International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union, most recently at Westside-Hammer Electric in Bethlehem. David was a Ski Club member at Blue Mountain, was an avid BMX bicyclist, loved to play the guitar, enjoyed camping and fishing and loved his dog, Sierra. Survivors: Parents and their spouses; brother, Kyle J. Link; sister, Nicole L. Smolen; paternal grandparents, Richard and Jean Link; maternal grandmother, Margaret Sabella, all of Bethlehem; great-grandmother, Elva Pierson of Dunellen, NJ; aunt Debbie and uncle Walt Diefenderfer of Bethlehem, uncle Bill Sabella of Jacksonville, NC, uncle Rick Link in Florida, uncle Steve Link of Bethlehem, aunt Cindy Link of Bethlehem, uncle Tim Link of Northampton, uncle Paul and aunt Angela Link of Northampton, and uncle Matt and aunt Terri Link of Schnecksville; many cousins and other relatives. Services: Calling hours Thursday, October 8, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street, Bethlehem. Funeral services are private. Online condolences may be made at www.longfuneral home.com Contributions: Please do not send flowers. In lieu of flowers, to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Link
November 5, 2009
Dave,
Please know that so many people are praying for you and your family. We hope that you find the strength to go on and we wish you peace.
Love,
Your many friends
willaim goble
November 3, 2009
Dear Dave,I will miss you bro something fierce.I will always remember you by your laugh and times riding in the roundhouse.love and will always miss you CPL William Goble US ARMY Kandahar AFghanistan or as you knew me "chill will"
November 1, 2009
dear brenda, how our paths cross years later from those days at calypso and
ss.simon. my husband passed away suddenly on 9-20-09, hearing about david, made my heart sink,i am so truly sorry for your loss,i really do feel your pain and grief,please accept my sincere thoughts,prayers, may god give you comfort and peace-bless you
laura partridge (from church 11 am mass on 11-1-09)
October 23, 2009
We will.....
Remember the times we shared
Remember the smiles and laughter we shared
These memories will bring us comfort and peace...especially knowing you are at peace.
We love you,
Dad, Jamie, Nicole & Kyle
Nicole Smolen
October 21, 2009
Even as the sun goes down
to end the light of day
it's rising on a a new horizon
somewhere far away...
Although our world seems darker
for the loss of one we miss
our loved one's life is dawning
in a brighter world than this. <3
miss you every day big bro...
Nancy Hauze-Gaulin
October 15, 2009
Dave and family, My deepest sorrow is with you. I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you all and may your memories comfort you.
October 14, 2009
To Dave's family, I am so sorry to see the loss of such a great kid. I worked with Dave at the machine shop at Bosch Rexroth. We had a lot of laughs together. I was sorry to see him leave but knew he had better things ahead of him. Please accept my condolences. Gary Rutt
Linda Ziccardi
October 13, 2009
Tom and Family,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this horrible time,I am so sorry for your loss.
October 12, 2009
Brenda and Tom, We are so sorry to here about your loss and please accept our deepest sympathy.
The Kosman Family and Aunt Theresa
Marsha Seif-Delaney
October 11, 2009
I remember the smile on your face constantly and the way you could always make people laugh. From elementary school all through high school. Even when I have seen you around our old neighborhood over the last few years, you still had that smile. You will be missed. My prayers are with the family.
jason lonergan
October 11, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. i had an amazing time skiing with dave once last winter and riding bikes with him all summer. ive known him for the last few years and we really got along. he was the type of guy who you were always excited to see and he always made you laugh. he will be truly be missed in the bmx community.
Matthew Kuti
October 10, 2009
I cannot say in words how truly sorry I am for your loss. Letters can only go so far to express the anguish that so many, myself included, have felt in this tragedy. Dave meant a lot to my brother, and in turn, the rest of my family. So please find some solace in the knowledge that he is in assuredly a better place.
Terri LINK
October 10, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Cindy Martin
October 10, 2009
I'll always remember David as a sweet, caring young man. He was in my fifth grade class at Calypso. Some students remain in our minds and hearts, David was one of those students. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ashley McConnell James Kelly
October 10, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories of Dave help you in the time ahead. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
charles mitchell
October 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends.
October 9, 2009
Dear Little Dave may God bless you and keep you. For you will always be the pride and joy of your father .We will never forget you.We love you and will think of you always. Thank you for being a part of our lives.
Sherry+Harry Ortwein
October 9, 2009
We are very saddened at your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Kevin and Darla Burke
October 9, 2009
Dave and family,
It has been a while, and life has a way of moving on...our heart goes out to you. I remember "Little Dave" when we hung out together so very long ago, and Kevin remembers him working at RexRoth.
Our prayers are with you!!
steve pangle
October 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joan Gallagher
October 9, 2009
Tom, Brenda & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Joan Gallagher
October 9, 2009
Tom & family,
I'm so sorry. My deepest symphathy to you and yours.
Steve "Shapes" George
October 8, 2009
Dave,
I had some great times working at LVH with you. Lunch break was a laughfest everyday. There was also nothing like driving the old beat up bucket truck around Bethlehem. You will be missed, and I pray for you and your family.
Susan Nieto
October 8, 2009
Dear Brenda and Family.
Although we haven't seen each other for a while, I was greatly saddened to hear of your loss. I remember meeting David once as a baby and I recall him being a very happy baby. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Hopefully, we will see each other soon. Susan (Cousin)
Tanya Kresh
October 8, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of David. My deepest condolences and sympathy are with you all.
Donna Webster
October 8, 2009
Brenda, Tom, Debbie, Walt, Traci, and everyone else:
My heart goes out to you in these hard times. I just wanted to let you all know I was thinking about you hundreds of miles away.
Sincerely,
Donna (Webster)
Henry & Fran
October 8, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With our deepest sympathy.
Nahla Hanna
October 8, 2009
Dear Dave,
One of the hardest thing in life is to loose someone you love. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Grove
October 8, 2009
Tom, Brenda and family,
We are so sorry for loss of your beloved son. May you find comfort in all of the beautiful memories of him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn & J.P.
October 8, 2009
Thank you David, for being a wonderful son to your father...and brother to Nicole & Kyle.
I'd like to share a memory or two.
I remember when Kyle was younger and every Easter you brought over a huge basket filled with "junk candy", zours, sour gels, bubble gum and so much more. Kyle would smile from ear to ear and eat away til his belly hurt. I also remember when you gave Kyle your "old" bike and he was so happy that his big brother gave it to him. He has two others, but only rides "David's".
I remember when you used to play Barbies with Nicole. What a good sport you were.
Every year for Christmas you gave me something "Santa". I will treasure those gifts from you.
I'll miss you Little Dave - forever in our hearts.
Jamie
Nicole Smolen
October 8, 2009
Little Dave,
It’s been a while, but all my memories about you appear so vividly in my head. I wish we could have been closer these past few years, but no matter what you’ll always be in my heart. Watch over me and keep us all safe <3 Love you always big bro, and I will miss you each and every day.
Love,
Nicole
October 8, 2009
David,
So many memories to keep me going and so many pictures to look at. You will never be forgotten and will always be missed. I love you.
-Kristy
Robert and Marie Brungard
October 8, 2009
Dear Dave and family, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
October 8, 2009
Cousin David, Aunt Jean and Uncle Dick,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sarah Quick Price and family
Jim Snow
October 8, 2009
Brenda and Tom- My good friends I am so sorry for your loss you are in my thoughs and heart always he was family and a brother to me. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Love Jim
October 8, 2009
Brenda & Tom:
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you both.
Love,
Josie & Dad
Maryann Kuti
October 8, 2009
Dear Brenda, Tom, Jim, Dan, and Ethan
To my dearest family and friends, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Jennifer Shanaberger-Clerici
October 8, 2009
Brenda and Tom,
My thoughts and prays are with you during this difficult time.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep,
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the soft fallen snow,
I am the sunlight in the trees,
I am gentle rain and falling leaves,
I am the birds that circle in flight,
I am a star shinning in the night,
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
For we will meet in the by and by.
October 8, 2009
Dave and family:
Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Your friends at Bosch Rexroth
Lindsay Link
October 8, 2009
Baby, You are my life, my best friend, and my soul mate. I love your sweet sweet smile and waking up to you every morning. We were are own family, just the two of us... and Tutti & Toby. You were my husband and Brenda was always my mother-in-law. You've brought so many smiles to me and lit my world. We are a team I Love You Baby so much, More then you'll ever know. And i am going to miss you everyday of my life. Take care of me while your up there; You Promised me!
October 8, 2009
David,
I know its been a long time since we have seen each other but I will always remember the good memories we shared, you will always carry a peice of my heart with you. I know you will be watching over all of us from above, keep us safe. I love you and miss you!
your cousin,
Rachel
Patti Santly-Bedics
October 7, 2009
To the Link & Sabella families, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. God Bless you.
Patty Erickson
October 7, 2009
Brenda & Tom~
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Please know you're in my thoughts...
Carla Villani
October 7, 2009
I am deeply saddened by this. My heart
goes out to everyone in his life. Dave was an
amazing person and I am blessed to have the
memories with him that I have. My thoughts
& prayers are with you always. Xoxoxo
Your cousin, Taylor
October 7, 2009
Little Dave,
Only the good die young. You will be in our hearts forever. Rest in Peace. Stay strong Uncle Dave.
Cheryl Shotko Molino
October 7, 2009
Brenda Tom & Family
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son.I had the pleasure of meeting him many years ago when he was a child and you and I worked at Hotel Bethlehem,Brenda you would glow ear to ear when you talked about David he was your life your world your everything.God must of needed a special angel because he called your special son home.May you find comfort in the hard days ahead with your wonderful memories you will forever hold in your heart
Blaire Spooner
October 7, 2009
Brenda, Tom, and Family,
Growing up, David was always the boy we all gushed over, I'll never forget that! I will always think of him whenever I listen to an Against Me or Built to Spill song now, because we ran into eachother during those concerts. We have nothing but the best of memories with your family. I am so sorry for this and you are all in my deepest thoughts and prayers.
Love, Blaire Spooner
May angels lead you in, David.
October 7, 2009
Dear Jean and Family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
Hugh and Marian Dugan
Cathy Dugan-Uhler
October 7, 2009
Dave and Family,
My deepest sympathy is with you all during this most unexpected time. Please know my prayers are with you and David. He is in God's loving arms.
October 7, 2009
little david,i will always remember playing baseball baseball w you, little timmy n nana in her back yard.rip little david i will always remember. love aunt cindy
Skillman Family
October 7, 2009
David,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Aunt Carol Quick
Aunt Alice, Uncle Stan, Cousins Gail and Jay Skillman
Grandma Pierson
October 7, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jim & Lisa Panik
October 7, 2009
Dave,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Your in our thoughts & prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Bernadette Piper
October 7, 2009
Tom, Brenda & family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. I will keep your family in my thoughts & prayers.
Chris Gruszka
October 7, 2009
Dave, Jamie, Kyle & Nicole, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you guys. May he rest in peace.
October 7, 2009
Dave,
Our deepest condolences go out to you, and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow.
Mario and Elizabeth
October 7, 2009
David and Family I'm so sorry for your loss.. I dont know what you must be feeling but I'm sure it must be a horrible feeling to loose a child just rememeber that god is watching over him. When you feeling lost without him look up at the ski and the brightest star you see is him smiling back at you .Keep in mind that god has a plan and maybe he needed another angel to help him.
Alicia
October 7, 2009
Lindsay & Link Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.
October 7, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you at this time,
The Wrabel Family
Gary, Debbie,
Owen and Stephani
October 7, 2009
To Dave & Brenda & everyone who knew & loved Little Dave, my heart goes out to you, I'm so sorry.
sincerely,
Michelle Rodriguez
Ken Bitler
October 7, 2009
Brenda and Dave . I am so sorry to hear about your son. May the Lord Bless you through this time of sorrow.God Bless your families now and until the time He reunites you all again for eternity.
Kenny Bitler
Wendy Mosko
October 7, 2009
Brenda Tom and Family I know there are no words to ease the pain of losing a child. My condolences and deepest sympathy go out to you. Keep all of your memories close to your heart and hopefully they will get you threw this difficult time.
October 7, 2009
David,I spent alot of time with you when you were young but unfortunately didn't get to know the man you grew up to be...I do know you were a great cousin to Tony...he loved you like a brother...You were always looking out after him and now I know god is looking out after you ... R I P
Brenda and Tom,I'm so sorry for your loss... I know there is nothing anybody can say to ease your pain but I do know that david was your world and the great thing is... he knew that everyday of his life...my thoughts and prayers are with you...Michelle
Lori Maio
October 7, 2009
Dave,
I will always remember your smile and humor...The simple times in Elementary and High School.
Sending my thoughts and prayers to family and friends. God Bless.
Love,
October 7, 2009
Brenda & Family -" We are deeply sorry for the loss of your son David. Our hearts are broken as he was a dear friend to Megan. Anthony always spoke very highly of his cousin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time." Megan and Karen Haddigan
Rodney Miller
October 7, 2009
I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOU BELOVED SON. Dave My deepest and sincere condolences to you and your wife.
Nikki Martin
October 7, 2009
Dave, you have always had a special place in my heart and you always will!
Brenda, Tom, Dave, Jamie, and family...Please stay strong and keep your head up!
With Love, Nikki Martin
Dianne Link OHara
October 7, 2009
Dave and family,
My heart is breaking with yours. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying for you all. I know that my dad is looking out for your dear son.
Lisa Morano
October 7, 2009
I know no words can ease the pain and sorrow you are feeling. My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time.
October 7, 2009
I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOU BELOVED SON.
A BETHLEHEM TEACHER
Barry Bachman
October 7, 2009
Dave,
Words cannot express how I feel. It seems like just yesterday when Dave was born. You were living at that time on Airport Rd. My deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family.
Your Old Buddy,
Uncle Matt
October 7, 2009
I have so many good memories of growing up with David and playing at Nana's house. At times he seemed more like a little brother than a nephew. R.I.P. David, I love you.
FRANK LABAR
October 7, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
October 7, 2009
My dear son - I love you so.....you will forever be in my heart. My heart is broken and hurts so much. I've missed you for so long and will miss you every day of my life - Dad
October 7, 2009
Dear Steve,,We are so sorry to read of the loss of your young nephew,,Our hearts are heavy with this news,,You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers,,,all our love Willie and Corinna Schooner
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