David Cherwin

David Cherwin, beloved husband, father, and "little kahuna," passed away on Sunday, October 13. He was riding his motorcycle through the Sonoran Desert, where he was looking forward to starting a new chapter with his wife Cindy among the javelinas, mountain lions, and pickleball courts.
David worked tirelessly to provide for Cindy and their children Tamara and Eric. He planned his career and finances to provide opportunities for his children that he never had; he encouraged them to follow their passions and gave them the means to do so.
David found peace soaking in the sun or a view, often with a cigar and drink in hand. A consummate short-order cook, he would eagerly jump from his own cozy spot to fix a drink or meal for Cindy and the kids. Never one for silence, he filled our home with music, jokes and overly-loud discussions.
David devoted himself to charity work the moment he retired. After a couple of years delivering meals to sick and elderly patients, David started volunteering at The Animal Pad (TAP), an animal rescue organization. This work gave him joy and filled our family's phones with video after video of "the best, sweetest dog ever" – i.e., whichever dog he was caring for that day. David recently brought home our new dog Bear from TAP, who slept beside him every night and who brings us comfort as we mourn.
David (Dad), we miss you so much.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to TAP (https://theanimalpad.org/) so we can continue to care for the dogs and volunteers that brought him joy.