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Larry Cook
June 22, 2009
I know its hard------Happy Fathers Day
Jennifer Sedgebeer
May 10, 2009
Three years ago today you left us. Today there is no difference in what I feel as I felt that day. My world stopped, life became different, feelings changed. Today, is Mother's Day, please look over your mom and comfort her as we will all be thinking of her today. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you and miss you. I comfort myself in knowing that you are in the presence of greatness and good company.
I miss you, my angel!
Love always!
Your Cousin
Danny Rubio
March 5, 2009
David, Just thinking of you. I watched the DAVID movie last night for the first time in a while...i loved it. Of course i would though. Just miss you dude thats it...love ya.
hey if any friends or family want a copy of the movie, lemme know. [email protected] not I'll do it for free, as long as you say WHO DAT?
Jennifer Sedgebeer
August 30, 2008
I just finished your book for your mom and I hope that I did a good job. Of course I felt you the entire time I was making it, probably why I was able to get through it without crying. I realized that I don't cry for you anymore, which I guess is a step toward healing. Now don't get me wrong I cry, but I think it is more for you not being here. There is a difference.
I am glad I got it done for another reason too. Your mom and dad are on their way with Mere to evacuate another one of those mean hurricanes entering our Gulf and heading to Louisiana. Yesterday was the 3rd anniversary of Katrina hitting so this Gustav has all of us on edge! I live North of Dallas now in Frisco, so I am closer and there better be more visits from our family than just for evacuations! :)
I know this note is all over the place but I just wanted to say hi and let you know that I can feel you all the time! Saints look good and I am looking forward to this season, not to mention you would be proud since I am in the middle of cowboy country and my Jeep is covered with Saints stickers AND I have my Saints flag hanging from the balcony! I know you are proud!
I miss you, my man.
Love always,
Your Cousin
Rachel Wilson
June 21, 2008
Dave,
I think of you often. A lot has happened since you've moved on. Mark and I are doing well and I'm writing again...my own writing, not just commercials. I know you always thought I should write more of my own stuff and so I am.
Mark and I miss you.
Much love Big Dave.
Rachel
Larry Cook
June 20, 2008
Hey Dave, It's been 2 years since Devin left us to go on that mission. Time is supposed to heal everything, so just take yours--The two of them up there probably is such a sight. Anyway, just thinking of ya'll--Love Ya Man
Jennifer Sedgebeer
December 15, 2006
Well it just would not be right if the "Matriarch" of cousins would not put her two cents in. Every Sunday, Jewel and I put our jerseys and hats on. I wear your old tan one which is WAY TOO BIG but I wear it proudly! Anyway, we get our gear on and we "strut" around San Angelo. Very few people tell us anything, in fact last Sunday for the BIG COWBOYS game I hesitated but then I thought "What would Big D do?" HA HA So I went shopping with my gear on and only two people told me I was a brave soul for wearing what I was wearing!!! Then at Walmart I saw the number 25 and I just had to go and tell him hi. His look was like mine, thank God there is someone else in the state of Texas feeling the same about this game! Well we went to 6PM mass again with our gear still on and during petitions I have to admit that I asked God to just make it a good game...whoever wins. I had to be Christian like I was in Church?!?! Anyway, after mass we got into the car and of course I had a hundred messages telling me to accept their apologies for the "butt" whipping the Cowboys would be giving. I took it all in stride because I have taken on the attitude of my brother, Jay, it is better to leave it to our Saints to prove what we've got because they have done such a good job so far! And BOY DID THEY!!!!
This has been an amazing season and as much as I wish you were here to enjoy it I know probably have the best seat in the house if not on the field itself! Chris Rose wrote an article about how the Saints have determined our emotional state for us. How this team has and will persevere, just as NOLA will. But I take it one more step, it makes us think of you and how we will go on and cheer our Saints to victory, because at the end of the day when it comes to the Saints we ask ourselves, "What would Big D do?"
Love and Miss!
Your Ol'Cousin,
Jennifer
Rachel Wilson
December 14, 2006
Hey Dave,
I just read Danny's letter to you and I was thinking how awesome it was to read his thoughts. I've thought the same thing regarding the SAINTS big wins. And everytime I hear that they kicked bootie I think of you, out there on the field pushing them on to victory.
As for Alabama's football team, you know where my loyalties lie. But, since he is like a brother to you, I only ask that you shine a little of your goodness on the Dawgs, too.
This morning I woke up at 7 am and went on my usual morning run. It was cold and the air was so crisp that my eyes were watering. But as I was running through my second mile the sun began to radiate a golden glow and I thought of you, running beside me. And I thought, I wish Dave were here. With me. And then an old white Caddy drove by and honked it's horn and I didn't get a good look at the driver, but for a moment I imagined that it was you telling me to pick up the pace and stop lollygagging around running like a slow-poke.
I miss you and think of you often.
Mmmmmwwwahhh.
Love Always,
Rachel
Danny Rubio
December 13, 2006
David, It has been a while since someone has contacted you via this internet avenue. However, I know I and many others have much quicker access too you than the fastest Internet Service Provider. Still, I want everyone to know that your revelation that you had on draft day is coming to truition. You and I stayed in touch regarding the PRESIDENT Reggie Bush pick through text messaging. I spoke to your mom in Atlanta, for the Saints game, and she said your exact words to her were, " Mah, It's our year! We got Bush!" And boy do we have Bush, and Horn, and Colston, not to mention Bama's Harper who is injured, as well as Brees, Fujita, the Karneys/Carneys, Will Smith, Charles (grant), Devery, Deuuuuuccce, and on, and on, and on.....DUDE, What are you doing up there? Did God put you in charge of FOOTBALL. No, couldn't be. My Hoover Bucs (MTV's 2-a-days) lost their state championship game on saturday. Also, Alabama finished 6-6 and has no coach right now. So...wait a minute you are in charge, and your laughing at me, Dude you are awesome. I dont care, I mean I do care about my other teams, but I dont care that you are in charge, because with every Saints victory I think of you. Both of those feelings offset any negative feelings I may be having. Shoot, I dont even care if the Cubs reverse the curse. Just WHO DAT all day and all night long. And, for ETERNITY.
WHO DAT? Dude
I love you, thanks for the wins.
There is talk that Bama's coaching search could bring us Jim Haslett. Please Saint David, help me out just a bit. In other words, give me at the least a scelfo over a haslett-down coach.
Once again, Luv to you, and to all.
Susan Perret Theriot
June 26, 2006
Patsy,
As I read Jane's message in the Annunciatte, my heart grew heavy with sympathy for your loss. Our families grew up together in St Maurice parish, you were in my brother's (David Perret) class, and Jane was one year ahead of me. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. My mother (Lucile Perret) is good friends with your mother also, and she sends her sincere sympathy. God has a plan for us all.
My best,
Susan Perret Theriot
St Maurice, 1968
Annunciation, 1972
Gloria Doran
June 22, 2006
Patsy,
I just received a copy of the Annunciette in the mail today. I was so distraught when I read Jane's comments. I just wanted to let you know that your entire family will remain in my prayers for a long time. During my high school days, I always thought that you were such a great little sister to Jane. Your family always inspired me because of their devoted faith to the Catholic Church. I am sure your son was raised with the same upbringing that your mom gave to all of you,which were loving, caring, and full of life. I guess we have to have enough faith that God is now taking care of your son. I hope that in your own way you are still able to communicate with David everyday. I truly believe that he is looking after you, his dad, and his sister.
With admiration,
Gloria Rando Doran
Jennifer Sedgebeer
June 22, 2006
Dear DavidAllen,
I don't know if it because Gulf Shores is getting closer but I am feeling you so much these days. So many memories have been popping up that have been filed away. One that has popped up is the fact that you had just started driving and you drove me and Jewel, following your mom and dad, to Birmingham when we fled for Hurricane Georges. I had worked the night before and stayed up all night getting Jewel and I packed for our last minute in the middle of the night escape. Even though I slept most of the way, I got to know you again. We had a blast in Birmingham, I think that was the first time we all fell in love with it! The other memory is the one closest to my heart, the fact that you helped me move my life to San Angelo! You and your mom and dad did not even hesitate to get on the road and travel all the way to West Texas for me to set up shop! I comfort myself in knowing that even though that truck did not exceed 65 mph you and your dad got to spend some time with each other! The funniest was when we stopped in Katy to stay with Auntie and Uncle Jerry and we went to that Mexican restaurant and you got the EXTRA spicy plate and your face literally turned purple the food was SO HOT!!! Then there were all those mornings of picking you and Julie up for school in that 1984 Dodge caravan! There were some mornings I had to go bang on your bedroom window to wake you up and like my mom I wanted to wring your neck but then you would come outside and get in the van and say sorry, Jennifer. Now I look back and I don't think it would have taken much for me to forgive you! So I forgive you now for leaving us early. I know you are here everyday because I feel you and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you and laugh to myself. I hope you can feel and know how much you were loved and still loved. Like I said in my eulogy I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life, you were my first baby. But I celebrate your life by my memories and I feel blessed to have been such a big part of your life and even more blessed to be lucky enough to be able to say that you are family.
I love you and miss you,
Your Loving cousin,
Jennifer
Jerri Reeves
June 20, 2006
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 1998-2006
Rachel Wilson
June 17, 2006
Your son meant the world to me. I spoke with Mrs. Ashton this afternoon when I called after my husband had spoken with her and she had told him that David had passed away. My heart aches.
He and I were kindred spirits, as he was with so many people, and we would spend hours talking about life and God and the true meaning of friendship. We would talk about how God puts people in your life for certain reasons and I learned so much from Dave.
I wrote this poem and wanted y'all to have it.
With love.
Rachel
(504) 957-5078
He Knows. He Knows.
By: Rachel May Wilson
Listen closely, my heart doth say.
He has not left you he’s here to stay.
I hear his whisper on a gentle bayou breeze I feel his arms encircling me.
Hush says the wind as the old porch swing sways Sit beside me as night takes over day The lump in my throat threatens to close The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
Tears fall like an afternoon rain
The streetcar bell calls his name
The trumpet players play his song
The mourners march and hum along
The river flows and curves effortlessly
As the seagulls cry, “remember me.”
My voice is cracking, I fear I cannot speak Thoughts of him envelope me The Green Wave ceases to crest The jazz musicians place their instruments to rest The key is turned, the engine stops The floor beneath me seems to drop.
Hush ways the wind as the old porch swing sways Did you know I loved you Big Dave.
The lump in my throat threatens to close The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
Rachel May Wilson
June 17, 2006
Your son meant the world to me. I spoke with Mrs. Ashton this afternoon
when I called after my husband had spoken with her and she had told him
that David had passed away. My heart aches.
He and I were kindred spirits, as he was with so many people, and we
would spend hours talking about life and god and the true meaning of
friendship. We would talk about how god puts people in your life for
certain reasons and I learned so much from Dave.
I wrote this poem and wanted y'all to have it.
With love.
Rachel
He Knows. He Knows.
By: Rachel May Wilson
Listen closely, my heart doth say.
He has not left you he's here to stay.
I hear his whisper on a gentle bayou breeze
I feel his arms encircling me.
Hush says the wind as the old porch swing sways
Sit beside me as night takes over day
The lump in my throat threatens to close
The old oak tree whispers, "he knows, he knows."
Tears fall like an afternoon rain
The streetcar bell calls his name
The trumpet players play his song
The mourners march and hum along
The river flows and curves effortlessly
As the seagulls cry, "remember me."
My voice is cracking, I fear I cannot speak
Thoughts of him envelope me
The Green Wave ceases to crest
The jazz musicians place their instruments to rest
The key is turned, the engine stops
The floor beneath me seems to drop.
Hush says the wind as the old porch swing sways
Did you know I loved you Big Dave.
The lump in my throat threatens to close
The old oak tree whispers, "he knows, he knows."
Rachel
June 16, 2006
Your son meant the world to me. I spoke with Mrs. Ashton this afternoon when I called after my husband had spoken with her and she had told him that David had passed away. My heart aches.
He and I were kindred spirits, as he was with so many people, and we would spend hours talking about life and God and the true meaning of friendship. We would talk about how God puts people in your life for certain reasons and I learned so much from Dave.
I wrote this poem and wanted y'all to have it.
With love.
Rachel
He Knows. He Knows.
By: Rachel May Wilson
Listen closely, my heart doth say.
He has not left you he’s here to stay.
I hear his whisper on a gentle bayou breeze I feel his arms encircling me.
Hush says the wind as the old porch swing sways Sit beside me as night takes over day The lump in my throat threatens to close The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
Tears fall like an afternoon rain
The streetcar bell calls his name
The trumpet players play his song
The mourners march and hum along
The river flows and curves effortlessly
As the seagulls cry, “remember me.”
My voice is cracking, I fear I cannot speak Thoughts of him envelope me The Green Wave ceases to crest The jazz musicians place their instruments to rest The key is turned, the engine stops The floor beneath me seems to drop.
Hush ways the wind as the old porch swing sways Did you know I loved you Big Dave.
The lump in my throat threatens to close The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
Rachel Wilson
June 16, 2006
He Knows. He Knows.
By: Rachel May Wilson
Listen closely, my heart doth say.
He has not left you he’s here to stay.
I hear his whisper on a gentle bayou breeze
I feel his arms encircling me.
Hush says the wind as the old porch swing sways
Sit beside me as night takes over day
The lump in my throat threatens to close
The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
Tears fall like an afternoon rain
The streetcar bell calls his name
The trumpet players play his song
The mourners march and hum along
The river flows and curves effortlessly
As the seagulls cry, “remember me.”
My voice is cracking, I fear I cannot speak
Thoughts of him envelope me
The Green Wave ceases to crest
The jazz musicians place their instruments to rest
The key is turned, the engine stops
The floor beneath me seems to drop.
Hush ways the wind as the old porch swing sways
Did you know I loved you Big Dave.
The lump in my throat threatens to close
The old oak tree whispers, “he knows, he knows.”
To all of Big Dave's family and friends my heart goes out to you. When my husband and I first moved to New Orleans in 2003 Dave was our very first friend. He was one of the most loving, thoughtful, generous, kindest souls. He would come over to our house at least once a week and he'd swing on our front porch swing with me and we'd watch the sun set and talk about the future. His dreams, my dreams, we were greatful to be together, to have found a kindred spirit. He was a dear friend, and I will miss him forever.
Dave, I love you. I love you. I love you.
Rachel May
Danny Rubio
June 14, 2006
David, I miss you. I can't go more than 10 minutes without thinking of you, and I don't wish to do so. I LOVE YOU, dude. I know you are here with me, I feel you. ROLL WAVE BIG DAVE. P.S. I know I never called you Big Dave, but it rhymes so well. LOVE!!!
Audrianne Quintana
June 10, 2006
Dear Patsy, David, Julie, Mrs. Dot and Family,
Please accept my condolences for your great lost of a wonderful son, David! After the devasations of Katrina this has to be very difficult. Be assured of my prayers.
My Mother, Ursula Kuhn also wishes to express her sympathy.
I was just made aware of this yesterday.
Audrianne K. Quintana and Family
Cindy McCool
June 4, 2006
Patsy - I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. You were always there for me when I needed someone to listen. I wish I were next to you right now to give you a big hug and to listen to you recall a few of the great vacations that you and your son enjoyed together. I will be praying for your son, you, your huband and your daughter. May God bring you all peace.
Aunt Jane
May 31, 2006
Dear David Allen, I wrote to you a few weeks ago but it must have went into cyberspace! I sit and pray for you each day. That is why I am writing now. I was thinking of you and could not go to sleep. I am fighting this great sadness that I get overwhelmed with. I am here in Gulf Shores, while everyone else is grieving in New Orleans. I try to think of the wonderful memories we made together, watching you as a child. It came to me that I might have been the first influence on you for your love of Cadilac's! I don't know how because we broke down so many times in that old Cadilac I purchased from a friend just to get around Lakeview. You always took it as an adventure, while I would just get frustrated knowing I bought a lemon! We went everywhere together! You were, as everyone has said, the cutest little boy, but there were days I wanted to wring your cute little neck!! You would love to drive me crazy and hide underneath the clothes racks in the stores. I would be frantic looking for you and out would pop your smiling face!
I, like Jennifer, have such great memories of taking ya'll to the World's Fair. Just strolling around taking in the sights and just relaxing was wonderful. Of, course your mom would pack all the essentials we would need so as to not have to buy a thing! Jay enjoyed the sking trip your mom planned for ya'll. Jay was included for many reasons, but the main one was he could rent a car. He was 21. Of course boys will be boys and ya'll missed your flight home! What was it traffic?! It had nothing to do with sleeping late and getting a late start! Your mom manage to get ya'll on the next flight with no extra charge! Janel was so happy you included her to go to the Saint's game with you and Danny. She said Danny was right the Superdome did seem to shake! By the way I just found out that the Cadilac broke down then!! She said she was a little embarrassed pushing it, but it was all worth it in the end when you helped the Saints win with your loud ranting! She just loved to talk to you about the Saints! Robyn had some stories that I knew nothing about! She just has to smile when she thinks of you! Good memories we all have them.
I also thought of my dad. It came to my mind that you are the first grandchild he gets to kiss and hug for the first time. Soon we will be able to sit and visit with both of you. Mere bought the tomb right next to you. It will be so nice to be able to visit and pray. It's in a beautiful, soothing, healing spot. Dad, please pray for us to the Holy Spirit that He sends us the graces we need to get through this, especially David, your Patsy and Julie. David Allen kneel by your grandfather and pray with him. Ask Mary to let your mom feel the comfort of her hugs. Ask St. Joseph to help your dad have the courage and strength he needs to care for your mom and Julie. Go find St. Rita ask her to help. She is the saint of the impossible and right now we all feel it's impossible for us to heal. She lost her 2 sons. I know she feels your moms grief.
I wanted you to know that, like I said, I have a lot of time to think and pray here in Gulf Shores. You were on my mind the beginning of May. I had asked Mere if you had returned from your trip and she told me she didn't know. I decided to pray for you until I knew you were home. I said my rosery for you and added, Holy Mary Mother of God pray for David Allen now and at the hour of his death Amen. I didn't really think about what I was saying. I pray all the time that she pray for me now and at the hour of my death Amen. Now it comforts me to know that Mary got me to pray to her in that way. It's a comfort to see her holding you in her arms.
I will end now. I hope I expressed a little of my love for you. Pray that your mom and dad can feel your happiness. Love, Aunt Jane
David and Patsy, We are here, but I hope you know that Robert and I will do anything for you.
Love, Robert and Jane
Gabby Schick
May 24, 2006
Dear Aunt Patsy, Uncle David, and Julie,
There isn't on word to describe big D.!!!! He was just the funnest cousin ever!! Everytime I think about him I just remember the kick butt laugh he had!! Yes it scared me and was deep and obnoxious but as a kid i just loved to hear his laugh. It was like everywhere you went if Big D. was there, trust me, you would know!!! His laugh brings back so many memories and hope all that have heard it will cherish it!!!
Now GULF SHORES was the begining to everyones start of great summer. Now on the ride there all i can remember is Dairy Queen and Krystal Burger. The 2 greatest ways to start DAVIDS vacacation. Although those were some kool parts of Gulf Shores the funnest part would be by the greatest spot at the peach right by the pool. This pool probably still has our barbeque sauce melted into the carpet!!! If i could only type 1-100 i would. This number would represent all the times Big D. pushed Me into the pool!! I would try to stay away from him cause i know it would be into the pool fo me!!!! The other great memory Big D. was know for in my book was his passion for food!! It would be only him who could pick out every smell of food that was beeing cooked in everyones condo!!! Usually he would pick up a plate and dig right in. Although all his memories will be remembered in my heart I will always miss my Idol Cousin!!!
Specialy to Aunt Patsy:
Although i try top be strong I always bust and to see you the mother of Big D. Be so strong it makes me want to have your heart!!!
He's Still Here!!!!
We'll all get through whatever life throws at us!!!!
Peace to all
Danny Rubio
May 23, 2006
To My Friend, My Brother, David Allen Ashton, Jr.
From Danny Rubio's Eulogy 5-13-06
Today is one of the saddest days of my life, and of moms, of dads, of little sis Julie's, of grandma's and grandpa's, of aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friends, all of us....all of us who are gathered here today to share in the loss of someone very special. All of us are sad. All of us are gathered here to support each other as we attempt to rearrange our souls for this huge new void. All of here are gathered to remember and celebrate a big heart, a jolly soul, a magnetic spirit and a most infectious laugh. All of us are gathered here to cry and to begin the process of healing. To remember too short of a life-but a life always lived with the greatest passion, the broadest smile, with the most sincere sort of friendship. But we must not forget that we are all gathered here to experience one of the happiest days of our lives too. Dave has become an energy force, as if he wasn't already one, and knowing Big Dave, this new force is a force to be reckoned with. Can you feel him now? I DO
It was early fall of 1990 and I was the new kid standing on the sidelines in this very school yard...about 100 steps from where I stand today. I was starting 3rd grade. I was wondering if the kids in my new school would like me, I was wondering if I would make it in this brand new school....and I could feel the rest of the kids sizing me up. During recess it was my "at bat" in the kickball game. So I shook off the pressure and thought of the task at hand. As I got to the plate, I felt the moment was upon me, and I kicked with all I had. Well, it took about 8 years , but Dave finally told me that that home run was the reason he took notice of me, the brand new kid. I kicked a real dinger and so he decided I would need him to take me under his wing. That homerun scored me the biggest buddy a new kid could have ever asked for. I had a new friend. I had my very best friend. And the rest is history. Can you feel him now? I DO.
There was never a more enthusiastic sports fan than Dave. We got to experience many Tulane althletics because Dave had his inside man, Mr. David, to get his season tickets. He was so spirited in fact that we got kicked out of as many games as we got into. As a matter of fact we even managed to get kicked out of some games twice because Dave snuck us back in. Actually I don't quite understand how they caught us the second time because, you know, Dave was so reserved and could blend in like a wall flower. Once, during a Falcons vs. Saints game in 2003, Dave turned into King Kong. Let me explain, the Superdome was going wild trying to make it impossible for the Falcon players to hear the quarterback on a final drive. Dave wouldn't have it. No upset from the dirty birds. He decided to do his part from the nose bleed section; he turned his back to the field and banged with all of his force against the metal plates lining the Superdome walls and roof. The entire Dome shook. All at once, the entire Dome knew Dave was in the building - it reverberated with Dave. Well the Saints pulled out a miracle win, I like to think that it was the single 12th man in the nosebleeds who played a big part in that. I think some poor sport Falcons fans thought so, too. They were sitting in front of us and took in the King Kong spectacle for the whole game and finally got a police officer to come speak with Dave. The Falcon Fan said to the cop "Throw him out", but at this time the Saints had already won and the officer just laughed and said "We can't make this big guy move any faster, he is leaving, and so are you. "Sorry the Falcons lost, but we need to clean up the Superdome, so go back to Atlanta" said the officer. Dave's spirit even won over dome security.
Can You Feel HIM NOW? The Superdome does. His King Kong flailings will always be indented in Section 310 and our memories. He is the eternal 12th man.
I remember playing "tackle the man with the ball" and I was the man (or mouse) with the ball. Dave started chasing me and I was so terrified, like a little girl, I started running as fast as I could. When he got close, I threw the ball to the ground in panic. Dave laughed and laughed at me and NEVER let me forget it.
Can YOU feel HIM now? I almost did.
Big Dave lived up to his name. He was a "big guy" in many ways, so it was easy for him to silently and passively protect the people he cared about. I remember one time when my brothers and I were walking through the Quarter with Dave. My brother Jon was really into the Mardi Gras spirit and managed to somehow offend all of Bourbon street, seriously ALL of Bourbon Street. You'd have to know my brother to understand, ask me later. Anyway Dave stepped in as a body guard and made sure nothing happened to my brother. I have a video of it and every few seconds you can see Dave's eyes scanning the crowd for trouble and watching Jon's every move. Whenever the passers-by got too close and too confrontational, Dave would move within a foot of Jon in order to protect him in a "just being there" type of way. All of Dave's friends always felt secure around him. He was our not-so-secret service agent and we felt protected. Can YOU feel HIM NOW? I DO..........
Dave and I were Altar Boys together here at St. Dominic's. We loved it. We loved learning about God. We loved learning about serving our community. We LOVED the FREE LOTTO tickets....Yeah, we really loved that lotto ticket that was given to us after every 3rd Mass served. Isn't that "Da trut fatha?" Serving our parish as altar boys was the greatest reason, though, but it was the free lotto ticket that taught us the value of a well earned wage. Can you feell him now, Fr. McDermott? I DO and Fr. you better as Dave says you owe him a few tickets.
Dave was an amazing listener and a giver, he was a masterful empathizer. Dave's 1st stop in his Katrina evacuation was my house in Birmingham, Al where my grandmother and aunt also came. Dave had gotten word that Lakeview was underwater. With great reluctance but much courage, he was the one who told my grandmother about her house being flooded. He felt like it was his duty to tell her and it was easy to see how difficult it was for him to do it. It showed his stength of his heart. I remember numerous occasions over the next few days spotting him putting his arm around my grandmother, comforting her and telling her, "It will be OK. We will rebuild. We will rebuild". Can you feel him now? My grandma does.
As we walk thru the rest of our days, with this new energy force of goodness and strength at our back...Actually if material size is any judge of a man's spirit, Dave's spirit must be worth 2 guardian angels. Man are we lucky? As we walk thru our lives, his spirit will guide us, he left a piece of his heart with all those who have known him and his light will be upon us, protecting each and every one of us, until we get to join him in the heavenly seats for the Saints games in the sky.
Can you feel him NOW? I DO.
In parting, let me tell you some times you will feel our old friend the most:
Julie, when you see a Fleur de Lis, who will you feel? DAVE.
John, when you se a cool Cadillac, who will you feel? DAVE
Mr. David when Tulane wins a game, Who will you feel? DAVE
Angelo everytime Reggie Bush scores who will you feel? DAVE
Big Dave When you find a broken fan and NO EXPLANATION...who will you feel? DAVE
When you drink an Abita Turbo Dog or a Guiness, Who will you feel? DAVE
When you feel a sense of protection from the universe, who will you feel? DAVE
When you eat some Zapp's potato chips, who will you feel? DAVE
When you see an act of generosity, an act of courage, or an act of pure selflessness, Who will you feel? DAVE
When you hear the most jolly, boisterous laugh, who will you feel? DAVE
When you see someone adoring his sister, loving his mother or respecting and admiring his father, who will you feel? DAVE
So you see, yes, we'll miss Dave. More than we may know today. Yes we are sad. Yes, we are healing from a wound we never wanted to receive. Yes this seems like more than we can take. But today we all have a small and new advantage, we are a bit bigger, a bit stronger, and a bit more loving, because Dave is here..in our hearts. Yes, we all will miss him more than we can imagine - but at the same time we have so many reminders everday to remember and celebrate the biggest heart, the jolliest soul, the most magnetic spirit and the most infectious laugh. And these memories mean David is living now inside every one of YOU. In your heart, don't you feel a bit bigger and stronger today? I DO.
I love my friend Dave and everyone else loves you too and as you already heard...we can feel you, my brother - and there is just one more thing I would like to say to you, "See you when the Saints go marching into the Superbowl!!"
Jennifer Sedgebeer
May 22, 2006
There has not been a day that goes by that I don't think of David Allen! I don't think I have completely wrapped my head around the fact that he is gone. I know it will hit me in Gulf Shores but luckily there will be my whole family there to help me get through it. I decided to look through my 1000s of pictures to find all the pics of David Allen and boy have I found some. You don't realize how long someone has been in your life until you start going through pictures and realizing that almost every event that person was there! The ones that really make me laugh, are the ones when David Allen was under 5. He was pretty much a second younger brother to me! Those are my favorite because those who knew me back then knew that my sense of fashion was not quite up to par with the rest of civilization! So needless to say that when you look at those pictures my outfit tends to be the main focus. BUT you look a little closer then you see that freckled face, blue eye little boy standing there as proud as could be with his obviously colorblind older cousin! But that was David Allen to the end...I think I could have walked out with a purple green and gold shirt with red, white and blue shorts and he would say well at least there is some green (for Tulane) and some gold (for the Saints)"you look great to me, let's go, cuz!" I have my good days and my bad days which I am sure we all do, but I have to think of my advice I gave my daughter, Jewel, when she was having one of her bad days and all of her friends seemed to be picking on her. What would David Allen do? And do it. All these letters and everyone at the service spoke volumes as to what kind of friend, brother, son, cousin, and nephew he was, and through our memories he will live on! Love and Prayers! Jennifer
Louis, Helen, Brandon and Alison Petrie
May 21, 2006
We are truly sorry for your loss. Our children have fond memories of playing with David. You are all in our prayers.
robyn sedgebeer
May 21, 2006
hey!
i remember so many good times with david allen. the one year when he was santa claus and yall were taking the family picture and he pulled his beard down and stuck his tongue out, everyone said "only david allen, only him" but everyone just laugh.
i can remember when everyone came to my house and all the cousin would go outside and play games one game i can remember was cops and robbers. it was the game where jay and david allen would drive around in jays car and everyone else would run around the block and if they found you good luck cause david allen was after you!
i can remember gulf shores and we would all wake up and play a game of monopoly but we would never finish cause the game goes on and on... so we would leave it there and the next morning finish it.
i remember david allen, julie and I at gulf shores we were in the gulf and david allen had this idea for us to swim to the sand bar... so we did and it took forever to swim there but when we finally got there we were like "umm ok now what do we do" but it was fun to do.
i can remember some of the cousins were in the pool and out of the blue we hear CANNONBALL we all swam to the ends to hold on for dear life cause david allen was coming...
as a family we have so many great memories together. i am going to miss all the great times with daivd allen but i will remember them forever!
i love yall so much and yall are always in my prayers!!!
love yall forever
robyn!
miss and love you DAVID ALLEN!!!!
Dr. Dan and Dr. Deb McCarthy
May 20, 2006
We're so sorry to hear of this tragedy. We didn't see the announcement in the paper.....hope to see y'all again soon......
jewel sedgebeer
May 19, 2006
all i really remember is gulf shores... i always went to aunt patsy's becuse i knew she had GOOD food but every time i went allllllll the 15 through 25 year olds where either playing poker or some other game (including BIG D.)or thay were just getting up!! he use to play with me(or bug me)and always make me feel wanted. thats just what he did. and BIG D. can still be a bug even in spirit.!!!.!!.!. love ya miss ya!!!!!!!!!!!
Carol Mautino
May 18, 2006
Dear Family,I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with david at Bayou Segenette State Park. In the few months that i know him he was a good dude.We hit it off as soon as we met. He reminded me off my two sons,always had something to say or do to mske you laugh. We had some good times at the park.He will be sadley missed. Once again I am sorry for your loss, and Im praying for all of Davids family that all find some peace in your loss.
Carol Mautino
May 18, 2006
David I only known you a short time, but in that little time it was fun. we had some good laughs at that beautful park. also I will not forget the good stories that we traded with eact other and all the other things. YOU Reminded me of my two sons, a good guy to work with. So see you up there.
Sue Tebbe
May 18, 2006
Patsy and family,
I can't even imagine how you must be feeling right now. My heart goes out to you. Please know that you will be remembered in my prayers,
Mike & Sandi Abadie
May 18, 2006
Dear Patsy, David and Julie,
I cannot express everything I am thinking and feeling in this email but please know that Mike and I are deeply saddened by this terrible tragedy. He will be missed... I will especially miss David Allen's laugh...I can hear him as I write. I know with your faith, family and friends you, David and Julie will find the strength to carry on. It will be hard I know, but just know if you, David or Julie ever need anything...we are here for ya'll. P.S. Louie and the boys send their love and condolences.
Love Mike & Sandi
Catherine Kulpa
May 18, 2006
Dear Patsy & family, Norb and I want to tell you have very sorry we were to learn of your son's passing and we wish to express our deepest dondolences to you and your family. May God bless you and keep you and yours well.
Peggy Stevens
May 17, 2006
Patsy & David,
So very sorry to hear the news of your son. You all are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Peggy Regan Stevens
Allie Simms
May 17, 2006
Dear Aunt Patsy, Uncle David, and Julie,
I can't believe how strong ya'll have been through all of these hard times. Since I lived in Texas for... way too long... I barely ever got to see Big D. All I remembered was his smile. As I've looked back, I've noticed that I don't have one memory of David Allen when he wasn't smiling or laughing. His smile reached from ear to ear, and I have no clue how he could hold it in that position for so long without getting sore.
He not only was our biggest cousin, but he had the biggest heart. In Gulf Shores, he was my eating encourager. I'd say, "EWWW! Mom! My pees are mixed in with my mashed patatoes!" Then, when the word of food spread, David Allen walked in and he'd tell me, "It's all going in your stomach anyway." Then he'd laugh. Right then, it didn't matter much to me. And even the many times he told me that I'd just smile. But now, those words just roll over and over in my head. When David Allen smiled, you had to smile. You had no choice- your lips would just automatically form into a grin. I don't know how Aunt Patsy could raise a child whos smile is just so contagious that its nearly impossible to scream at him.
When I went up on that alter with Robyn, Janel, Gabby, and Rebecca and sang the Hallabullo, I had NO IDEA what it ment. But that didn't matter. I could feel David Allen all the way through. As Danny would say, "Do you feel him now?"
My prayers are with ya'll,
Ann, Jerry,Jason,Ryan+Allison Simms
May 17, 2006
Dear Patsy, Dave, and Julie,
I truly do not know how much more ya'll can bare. We thought Katrina took away enough of your treasured posessions; those material things seem so meaningless now! I have cried everyday since May 10th when I saw the ambulance and police cars in front of the Ashton's house. I know David Allen is in a better place and he is at peace, but we are the ones left with such aching hearts. He was always our big teddy bear and we need to reasure every memory we were blessed to have with him. Gulf Shores will be very hard without him, but now more than ever our family needs to be together to support each other thru this loss that no one should have to endure. Family, friends and shared thoughts are a comfort to all facing this loss in our family. We pray that God gives us strength to go on and believe that David Allen is now at peace with God. We know that Odette, Lydia and Pere are by his side. We love ya'll so much and wish we could take away the tremendous pain you all feel,
Stephen, Judy, Chris, and Julie Welcker
May 17, 2006
Patsy, David, and Julie - We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and David Allen are in our thoughts and prayers. Even though his time on earth was brief, it is clear that he touched many lives along the way.
Linda Reed-Jordan
May 17, 2006
To: Patsy
Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
Linda Reed-Jordan
Joanne Lewis
May 17, 2006
To Pasty, David Sr. and Julie my deepest to you and your family for your loss. I will pray for you and hope that you be strenghten at this time in you lives.
cynthia dalton
May 17, 2006
Patsy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers, god bless you and keep you all strong through this loss.
ELEANOR LAWSON
May 16, 2006
Dear Ashton Family,
My heart breaks for you all.I will keep you and David in my prayers.I can remember David the other week when he came by to see us at Bayou Segnette in the office.He looked so good I will have a good memorie of David he was always so nice to me.
I did not learn of this til after the services.I also lost a son and I can feel your pain.
May God Bless you all.
ELEANOR LAWSON
BAYOU SEGNETTE STATE PARK
May 16, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Take care!
Ed and Eileen Spears
Frank and Sherri Coolidge
May 16, 2006
Patsy and Family, I just heard about your lost. There is no words to express your. May the Lord keep you and your whole family safe at this time and God will bless you'll. He is in a better place he is with Jesus and the angels in heaven. We will keep you all in our prayer's.
Amy Ashton
May 16, 2006
One of the last summers I got to go on the Gulf Shores trip, I was sitting on the beach freaking out about the silly stuff you freak out about when you're in highschool. David Allen must have seen me go off because a couple of minutes later he plopped down next to me on the sand and started telling me one of his famously incredble stories, a talent he inherited from Aunt Patsy for sure. After he got me laughing I confessed my stresses, he smiled at me and walked up to the water. I followed him to the edge where the water lapped at our feet. I remeber hearing the younger cousins sand crab hunting behind us, and he looked at me and said "Look, don't worry, it'll all be all right." And he stood with me there for awhile just looking out into the gulf.
David Allen was only a year older than me, but I always felt he had a different understanding of the world, one that was mature beyond his years. He knew that life was only what you make of it, and never to judge your own value by anyone else's standards. My greif for this loss and the devastating blow to the family has kept the full impact of how much I will miss him at bay for the moment. I can only remember how much better he always made me feel, and how he could always find the joy in life. But through all the sadess I am trying to hold on to my most precious memory of him, his laugh.
Julie, Uncle David, and Aunt Patsy, I am aching to be with you right now, and I will see you very soon. The power of this family will help us all heal, grow, and honor the way David Allen lived his life with the way we live our own.
Janel Sedgebeer
May 16, 2006
Since I cried through my little eulogy of my big cousin who shared my love of sports, I was asked to write it down. This just shows a little piece of my love for David Allen. A few weeks back David Allen called me, knowing him, and that the NFL draft just happened, I knew what he wanted to talk about! "THIS is going to be THE YEAR" he would say, EVERY year before each season. He went into a big discussion about the players and of course, Reggie Bush. When finally I got off the phone, I thought nothing of it, just David Allen being, well, David Allen! I now see my cousin chanting "September 24th, September 24th", which is the opening home game being played in the 'SUPERDOME'! It shows me how much David Allen loved and lived sports,of course, as ya'll know Tulane and the Saints especially! Between bringing me to the games with him and making his whole wardrobe Saints and Tulane jerseys, shirts and hats, David Allen would see no wrong in his can't-make-the-playoff teams, so, not only just in honor of David Allen, but what he would want us to do, is this:
A one, A two, A Helluva, Hullabaloo, A Hullabaloo Ray Ray, A Hullabaloo Ray Ray, Hooray, Hooray, Varsa Varsa Tee Ay, Tee Ay, Tee Ay, Varsa Varsa Tee Ay, Tulane!!!
This cheer describes David Allen the most. It doesn't make any sense, but to those that know it, it makes all the sense in the world. If you didn't know David Allen, he would just seem to be the crazy sports fan that believes any team he is for was the team going all the way, but to us, that knew him, that was just David Allen. So THIS year, THIS year's going to be THE year! Love you David Allen. Love you Aunt Patsy, Uncle David and Julie.
Janel Sedgebeer
Sheila & Walter Gagliano
May 16, 2006
Patsy & Family, Words cannot express enough how badly I feel for all of you in your loss. I know that you all have been through so much with the loss of your home and now the loss of your only son. I pray that you will find the strength to carry on. I wish I could have made the service, but had guests in from out of town. You have been such a good friend. You were always there for me during my difficult times and if there is anything I can ever do for you, please let me know.
Jennifer Sedgebeer
May 15, 2006
Jewel and I just got home in San Angelo, TX. and I decided to check the guestbook out. What a comfort it was to read all of these! Aunt Patsy asked me to rewrite my eulogy so that we all can remember David Allen when we think of these simple everyday things!
April Fool's, fire trucks, World's Fair, cutest baby contest, Odette's egg salad sandwiches, The Saints, Tulane Green Wave, skiing, Gulf Shores... I could go on and on about all the things that will remind me of David Allen, but today I'm going to tell about just a few so that you can also enjoys the reminders. I was lucky enough to know David Allen his whole life and I feel blessed to be able to share these memories! What day could have been a better day for David Allen to be born than April 1, 1982? Little did we know how appropriate that date would be for him. David Allen lived on Marshal Foch not too far from the Harrison Ave. Fire Station. Every chance we got I would take David Allen to the fire station because he loved it! Everytime we passed or got near it everyone within earshot could hear David Allen yell, "FIREPUCK! FIREPUCK!"
We went to the World's Fair almost every day with Aunt Patsy and Aunt Jane (my mom). David Allen was always complimented on how cute he was with his blue eyes, dark hair and freckles that would go on for days. His cuteness carried through to his original and infamous sayings. The one that keeps popping up in my head is "you're good welcome" I have no idea where he got that from but that is what he said. Of course with that being said, David Allen did win the cutest baby contest in which he won a birthday party with Mother Goose! I can't think of the recipe right now but I am pretty sure that someone here knows how to make an egg salad sandwich. But according to David Allen, unless you had that cool chopping thing that Odette had it was NOT an egg salad sandwich! And David Allen could tell you exactly what went into an egg salad sandwich! I am sure David Allen could give Uncle Mike a run for his money for being the #1 Saints fan and you know every year was going to be the one! Speaking of sports and FANATICS, Aunt Patsy and Uncle David instilled in David Allen what it was to be a true sports fan, especially supporting a team like the Tulane Green Wave! Win or lose David Allen kept the faith! I never was able to enjoy a ski trip with David Allen but I heard he was a real pro. Then there is Gulf Shores. The place where everyone knew "Big D". The place where all the cousins gathered every year and re-grouped. Wherever that group was, there was Big D!
I joke all the time that I have a bunch of kids being the oldest cousin. David Allen was my first baby and I will miss him every day for the rest of my life BUT I will have all of my memories. I hope that these memories that I have shared with you either sparked your own memory or gave you a new one and will put a smile on your face every time you see or hear of one of these things. That is what Big D would want us to be doing...remembering the good times!
Like Aunt Patsy said, there will be messages and we just have to listen. Today David Allen got Jewel and I home with no problems on our flights, and when we landed Jewel got a happy meal and the toy in it was a bear in a fireman's uniform...using Daniel's saying can you feel him? Jewel and I sure did! I love you all and through the strength of our family and friends this too shall pass! Love always, Jennifer and Jewel
Patsy, David and Julie Ashton
May 15, 2006
THE HULLABALOO
Reprinted from game program 1924
(A one, a two, a hellava HULLABALOO)
HULLABALOO, 'Ray, 'Ray
HULLABALOO, 'Ray, 'Ray
Hooray-Hooray
Varsity, Varsity, T.A.
T.A. T.A.
Varsity, Varsity, T.A.
Tulane.
Shelia Guenard (USDA/NFC)
May 15, 2006
Dear Patsy and Family. My heart breaks for you. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. GOD's comfort to you.
Joanne Brundrett
May 15, 2006
Patsy:
I was so sorry to hear the news about your son, David Allen. I am sorry I wasn't able to attend the services, but I was in Corpus Christi, TX attending services for my husbands cousin and his grandmother. I have been keeping you and your family in my prayers. Remember the "miracle" flowers after Katrina. Hold on to the fire truck memory and the message you received. God will continue to help you in this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
Mary Ann McKenna
May 15, 2006
Patsy,
I cannot imagine the feeling of loss that you are experiencing at this time. I am so very sorry to hear about your son. I hope he is in a better place at this time and at peace. Maybe he will be able to send some of that peace to you during this difficult time. I will keep you, your son and your family in my prayers.
Trying to keep the faith even though you have been pushed to the outer limit. Please try to stay healthy and take care of yourself and the rest of your family.
Always,
Mary Ann McKenna
Employee at NFC
Angie
May 15, 2006
Patsy,
The memorial service was beautiful. Paul gave a wonderful eulogy for David. Now whenever I see a Saints game I will think of David banging on the Superdome walls. Maybe with David's heavenly guidance, the Saints will finally win the big one.
Michelle Graci
May 15, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I love you Aunt Marie and Aunt Patsy.
Love Michelle Graci
Tyson McKnight
May 14, 2006
I'm a friend of Patsy's from USDA and I'd never met David Allen but I know Patsy loved him and was very proud of him. The entire family is in my prayers and you all must look to God for your strength and know that He is everything you need at this time and always. Much love is sent to you.
Cathy Mouton
May 14, 2006
Patsy,
My name is Cathy Mouton and my husband, Art and I are close friends of the Burdin Family. Monique called me yesterday as she and J.J. were driving to David's funeral and later sent me this link. I don't think there are words to express the sadness that swept over me at the news of your loss. Patsy, we met at the reception following Paul's funeral. I pray that you and your family will feel all the love and support you will need to get through this impossibly difficult time.
May you, your husband and daughter find God's peace in this world without your son's physical presence and may you feel his love within your hearts, always.
In faith, hope and love, Cathy Mouton
Marcel Bacchus
May 13, 2006
I didn't know Dave too well. But everytime I saw him he always smiled and said Hi. He was a joyful person who always seemed to be in a good mood. He will be missed by all and remembered as a genuine, great person.
Molly Botto
May 13, 2006
To Big Dave's Family,
You do not know me, but Dave was very precious to me when I lost my son, Adam. He was a great friend to Adam. I wish I could say something to ease your suffering. You are at the heart of so many prayers right now. May you feel the love that we have had for your son, brother, and grandson, "Big Dave."
Sincerely, Molly Botto
Paula, Bob, Elizabeth,David Schoen
May 13, 2006
David and Patsy,
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We have fond memories of David Allen at Sara and John's house and in Folsum.
teddy posner
May 13, 2006
David,Patsy,and Julie I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Stay close to one another. You are in my prayers always. Love,Teddy
Jill Doucet
May 12, 2006
I worked with David at Bayou Segnette State Park. He was a very nice man. I was so shocked to hear of his passing and my sympathies are with his family and friends.
He came by recently and I thought he was looking well, I am just stunned at the news.
I wish his family all the best in this difficult time.
Connie Cassini
May 12, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Dave’s big smile and wonderful laugh. Those rides home from Brother Martin were so amusing. The boys Christian, Dave, Beau, & Brett played “punch buggy” til they were black & blue. They laughed so much. Even though Christian has not kept in touch with Dave he was always so happy to run into him. They would talk and reminisce, just like old times. I’ll never forget our skiing trip. We still say “bat turn” whenever we are taking a sharp turn and we always remember the Ashtons affectionately.
We (Hector, Christian, & Danielle) will be there tomorrow. If I can do ANYTHING please call (228-9011). I do have lots of pictures of Big Dave. Him in his clown suit from a Halloween party comes to mind, also the boys in the hot tub in Breckenridge, and one from a prom. I’d love to share. I just can’t even begin to imagine what you must be going through.
I will pray for you and your family and that God will give you strength.
Boni Palazzo
May 12, 2006
Patsy, David & Julie,
Words cannot express the true sorrow I feel for you & your family. I know David Allen will be missed very much. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love & Peace,
-Boni Palazzo
Caruso David
May 12, 2006
So sorry to hear this news. David Allen was Bryan and my first friend ever. We'll always remember him. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you all.
-Love, David Caruso
Janette Norris
May 12, 2006
dave i love you sooo much. you have become such a big part of my life. i'm so lucky to have met you. thank you so much for everything you did for me. i miss you so much. you showed me so much in my little time here, it made me understand what new orleans was about. you had an everlasting impact on my life and, again, i love you. RIP.
To Dave's Family:
I am so sorry for this difficult time that you are going through. Dave thought so highly of all of you and loved you all so much, talking about you often. Peace be with you.
Malena Rodriguez
May 12, 2006
Big Dave was a great friend who had a large heart. He will be greatly missed.
Ryan elizabeth haney martin
May 12, 2006
Dave was an amazing person and a great friend. We will miss him and remember him forever.
-Ryan Haney & Elizabeth Martin
Cheryl Ragas
May 12, 2006
Dear Patsy, I am so sorry for your loss. Pray for you and your family God's comfort. Psalm 23
Karen Ashton
May 12, 2006
Patsy, David, & Julie,
Please know that you are in our prayers. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Jack & Karen Ashton
Chip Ashton
Peter, Kristy, and Meredith Falk
Emma Hart
May 12, 2006
Big Dave-
We will always love and remember you fondly. A piece of you will remain with me forever. May you rest in peace until we all meet again.
To the Ashton Family-
Dave was an inspiration to all of his friends. Your son was a wonderful person and I am extremely sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers are in my heart for you.
Tammy Pipes
May 12, 2006
Patsy and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathies.
Paul and Lloydell Gary
May 12, 2006
Dear Patsy, David and Julie,
You have lost so much in the past 8 months. We can't imagine now losing your son and brother. We are so sorry for what you are enduring. Our prayers are with you all, that your faith will be strong and will sustain you in your time of grief. May God carry you through this and hold you in the palm of His hand.
Paul and Lloydell Gary
Dawn Hopkins (USDA-NFC)
May 12, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lorri Clark
May 12, 2006
Patsy, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy is with you and your family at this difficult time. May God give you comfort and may your memories bring you peace. David Allen is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Lee Ann St.Pe'
May 12, 2006
Patsy,
From a friend through the years. You and yours are in my prayers, and may you find the strength to get through this terrible chapter in your life. God bless and keep you.
Lee Ann (Dalferes) St.Pe'
g taylor
May 12, 2006
Patsy, I just heard the news. My heart goes out to all of you. He sounded like an angel.
Tom, Judy, and Chris Binion
May 12, 2006
Dear Dave, Patsy,and Julie
Just a note to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Bobbie Thomas
May 12, 2006
Patsy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this terrible time of grief. May GOD bless you.
Bobbie Thomas, USDA
Liz Reis
May 12, 2006
Patsy,
Please know that you, Dave, Julie, and your entire family have been and will continue to be in our prayers.
Fred and Liz
Debbie Frank
May 12, 2006
Dear Patsy,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you, David, Julie, and your family. This is a tremendous tragedy, and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Know and find comfort that you are so loved by so many and, hopefully, their hearts and prayers will give you strength.
My sincere sympathy,
Debbie and Milton Frank
Ann Vanderlick
May 12, 2006
Patsy, My prayers and condolences are with you and your family during this time of your loss. May God fill you with His Spirit.
Sincerely,
Karen Brouillette
May 12, 2006
to the Ashton family our thoughts and prayers are with your family
The Brouillette Family
Michael Glazer
May 12, 2006
Big Dave had the biggest heart. Also, he was the best storyteller. I'll miss you.
Eric Ashton
May 12, 2006
all of my thoughts are with DA and his family
AJ & Rosa Caruso
May 12, 2006
I am so sorry to hear this news. You both are in our thoughts and prayers. I know this will be a very hard thing to bear but I know that David is in peace. May the good Lord allow your faith to give your family strength.
Bill Bailey
May 12, 2006
Walter, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your grandson. Having 8 grandchildren, I can only imagine the heartacre you must be feeling at the loss of your grandson. Although I didn't know Dave, I am sure he must be with our Lord at this time. God bless you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers.
Rochelle and Dave Eisnaugle
May 12, 2006
Patsy,David and Julie,
We are unable to put into words how heartbroken we are for the loss you have endured. We are keeping your family in our prayers that you are able to get through this and remain close to God and your faith. We love you, Rochelle, Dave, Emma and Sara
Nanette Delhomme-Hery
May 12, 2006
Pasty,
God will lead you and your family through this tragedy. I will pray for all of you and i know he will be in heaven with your DAD.
Love Nanette Delhomme-Hery
cindy moran
May 12, 2006
Dear Patsy, David and Julie:
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy., Patrick and Cindy Moran
Martin Herrera
May 12, 2006
Big Dave,
You will be greatly missed. There are many people who will Love and Remember you always! R.I.P.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficlut times.
Reyne B
May 12, 2006
Patsy, David and Julie, My deepest sympathy goes to you on your loss of David Allen. You have suffered so much lately that it is hard to understand why this had to happen now. He was so very young. We will miss his smile and twinkle in his eye on all our future family "reunions". Love and kisses, Reyne, Artie, Amelia and Jude
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