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David Bryan Wicks "Dave"
1962 - 2024
David Bryan Wicks "Dave"
1962 - 2024
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BORN
1962
DIED
2024
David Wicks "Dave" Obituary
David Bryan Wicks “Dave”, age 61 of Dayton, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was born August 25, 1962 in Harvey, Illinois to the late Clinton and JoAnn Wicks.
Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Lisa Drahman Wicks; two children, Ashley Lewis and Kyle (Austin Brown) Wicks; two grandchildren, Landon and Kiera Lewis; brother, Doug (Patti) Wicks; and special dog, Molly. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Celebration of Life will be held at the Kettering American Legion Post 598 (5700 Kentshire Drive, Kettering, OH 45440) on Sunday, August 11, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, with Honor Guard service at 1:30 pm. Dave requested guests to dress festive, please no formal wear or black.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Dayton Physicians Foundation of Hope at https://daytonphysicians.com/dayton-physicians-foundation-for-hope or to the IAFF Foundation at https://iafffoundation.org
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3940 Kettering Blvd, Dayton, OH 45439
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