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David A. Walker

Local businessman, Founder of David Walker and Associates Security Services Group, Champion Marksman Passed Away Good Friday from Cancer at 57.David devoted over 30 years of his life to the security services industry, owning and operating William H. Young Detective Agency, Titan Protection, Aspen Protection, and David Walker and Associates. His true passion was teaching. He was a certified NRA instructor in firearms and hunting, a police firearms instructor for several agencies, and a teacher at De Anza College. During the mid-1980's David became one of the world's fastest shooters. His exhibition shooting was captured in a video that travelled the country to train hundreds of law enforcement officers. His participation in NRA, Bianchi Cup, and other national competitions won him trophies and acclaim. Twice he was cited for bravery with the City of San Jose's Ross MacDonald Good Citizenship Award. He was a martial arts expert and an IABTI-member bomb technician.David is survived by his wife, Louise. He was the cousin of Ellen Ricci-Allegretti, the "World's bestest nephew" to his Aunt Loretta Richie, and beloved son of the late Marie Walker. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 21st at 10:00 am in the Santa Clara Mission Cemetary 490 Lincoln Ave., Santa Clara.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Apr. 13, 2007.

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Regina Mora

November 9, 2007

Dear Dave, yesterday was your Birthday. We are still thinking about you. Rest in Peace Big Guy.
Gina

Mark C Gordon

November 1, 2007

What a shock to hear this news!! We worked together while I worked at Young's and San Jose Park Rangers, we spent many a night at Original Joe's or having "Fester" steaks during your famous "BBQtions"

You will be missed!

Tricia Boyer

June 16, 2007

Dave taught me a lot about security and I enjoyed working for him.

Joe Schenck

April 20, 2007

A true American and Patriot. There will never be another like him. Rest in peace my friend.

Gina and Fermin Mora

April 17, 2007

Dear Louise, We were saddened to hear of Dave's passing. The two of you were very good to us over the years. He was a great role model, boss, friend and neighbor . Our hearts go out to you in your time of need. He will be missed by many.

Mary Peffley

April 16, 2007

Dear Louise, I was shocked to learn of Dave's death. As a childhood friend and neighbor myself and my husband send our sincerest sympathy to you and the family. He was one hell of a man and I admired him. His integrity as an individual was awe inspiring and his courage beyond belief. He shall be sadly missed by all that knew him and were able to call him a "friend".

Always in our thoughts,

Gene and Mary Peffley

Don Robling

April 14, 2007

I waited to long to see you Dave. It's been over 20 years. When I went to your house yesterday to go over old times It was then that I learned the news. First the Bro, Bill Sasseen and now you. We will miss you all.

Robert Shepard

April 13, 2007

You have been an inspiration and a good friend since we first met in 1974. I'll miss you ol pal.

Andrew Hyslope

April 13, 2007

He was one of my best instructors.
A loss for America.

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