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David Denaro Obituary
David DeNaro unexpectedly went on to join the Lord on December 11, 2010 during the early hours of the morning at the place he loved most, home. David loved this country and served in the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War. David spent his career as an elementary teacher and principal in the Marion County Public School System. He was well loved by students and colleagues as he served at several schools during his career. David loved animals and his family. His interests included playing the guitar, woodworking, cooking, boating, reading and working on his land. He was preceded in death by his father, Dominick DeNaro. He is survived by his loving mother, Palma, his wife Emily, sons Christopher and Steven, his brother Michael DeNaro, sister-in-law Sandy, nieces Natalie DeNaro and Lea Piccone. A celebration of David's life will be held at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 11:30a.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Denaro
Don Johnson
August 20, 2011
To the Denaro Family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have known Dave for many years since he built his home and I helped him with his plumbing fixtures and I always enjoyed the conversations with Dave, the last time I talked with him was when he was redoing the kitchen and he was toting around a puppy, he preceded to tell me storys of the last dog, a mastive. Elaborating on how everyone loved that dog and how protective it was, which inspired our family to get one last year. He always had words of encouragement. I certainly will miss him.
Shanna Folsom
December 20, 2010
Emily, Christopher, and Steven,
I only talked to him a few times but he was a very nice man. I know he will be greatly missed by all. Cherish the memories and my prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
Ken & Donna Janowiak
December 17, 2010
Emily, Stephen, Christopher and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. I can hear Dave's strong deep voice, see his big smiles, hear his laughter and feel the warmth and zuberance he had for life. He will be missed by all who knew him. Ken and Donna Janowiak
Janice and Mikey Kelly
December 17, 2010
Emily, Pam, Christopher and Stephen. We were truly saddened to hear of David's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. My grandchildren and I spent some special times with Pam, Christopher and Stephen when they were just pre-schoolers and they all had fun on all the playground equipment Dave had built. We grandmas were more than just baby-sitters. We truly loved what we were doing. Of course, as a familly of educators we all knew Dave and Emily and what a wonderful family you were. God Bless and keep all of you.
Cindy Leannah
December 17, 2010
Emily, Christopher and Steven. Jim and I am are truly blessed to have known and spent time with Dave. He was one of my first friends in Ocala when we worked together at Howard Elementary. He was so funny and had a true giving heart for kids. He loved you all sooooo much. You were his life. I am so happy that he got to spend time in his favorite place; his home. I know that God is taking care of him, I pray that he keeps you all in his care. Boys, you should be very proud of your dad. He touched so many people's lives. He should be someone you strive to be. Emily, I hope we can get togther soon so I can give you a hug.
Love you very much. God Bless
Michael Evans
December 17, 2010
To the DeNaro family:
You are all in my thoughts and prayers...I just saw Dave (Big D) at the grocery store before Thanksgiving--he was buying breakfast for you and the boys. I worked for and with him for the past 26 years, and am truly sorry for your loss. We will all miss him.
Jack & Marge Kuhn
December 17, 2010
Emily, We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's passing. He was such a wonderful, fun loving,thoughtful and caring person. It has been a long time since we last seen each other, but I can still remember the fun times we had together. I enjoyed his talks with me at Madison Street while he was waiting for you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the boys.
Hopefully the memories of happy times together will help you in your grief.
Heather DePalma
December 17, 2010
Emily, I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I cannot imagine the grief that you are going through but please know you and your family are in my prayers.
cheri, reggie, lindsay horton
December 17, 2010
Dave was the reason our daughter loved school, he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Emily and family in this difficult time. May god bless and keep you.
Julia Hamilton
December 17, 2010
Emily,
I was deeply saddened to read of Dave's passing. Will always remember that smile and sense of humor. We worked together many many years. May God bless and keep you and your family within his loving care.
Jan Schorfhaar
December 17, 2010
Emily, I was shocked to read about Dave's passing. Please know that I am thinking of you and wishing you peace, my friend. My heart goes out to you and your sons. Please call anytime.
Jan
JR Smith
December 16, 2010
Emily & Boys,
My family sends our thoughts and prayers to you all in this difficult time. If there is anything Emily that I can do for you, just let me know!
December 16, 2010
Our thougths and prayers are with you all durng this very difficult time!
Love,
Ann Marie and Bill Vogel, and Aunt Betty Kulbitsky ( Sinking Spring, PA)
Emily Pruitt
December 16, 2010
Emily and Sons,
I always enjoyed talking to him as I visited schools. He was very proud of you and his sons! He will be missed by many. Cherish the memories. God bless!
Sue Mosley
December 16, 2010
I was shocked and saddened to here of Dave's passing! He truly was one of my Favorite people! I am so grateful to have known him and proud to have called him a Friend! He will be missed! All of my Prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all at this Sad time.
HATTIE COLBERT
December 16, 2010
I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS,MR DENARO WAS MY SONS PRINCIPAL AT SOUTH OCALA, HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON ,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. MRS.HATTIE COLBERT
Simone' Winkler
December 16, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dortha Johnston
December 16, 2010
Emily,
You were one of my very first friends when I moved to Florida. "The Mole" made us all laugh at Howard Upper Elementary. We were all "moles."
I have always loved you guys and cannot believe God took another angel so young! I know the depth of your love for Dave and he for you. May your faith carry you through the days ahead. God's love is glorious and I know he will wrap his arms around you and the family during this difficult time.
December 16, 2010
Emily, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons now and always. Dave was so sincere and dedicated to the children of Marion County. He was one of the most, if not the most, pleasant, caring, and amiable principals we have had the honor of working with. Mr. Denaro always made everyone feel important and respected. He was very proud of his family. Our Sincere Sympathy. God Bless You All. We will miss him so. Jeff and Marsha
Jan Alford
December 16, 2010
Emily,I just heard about Davids death. My prayers go out to you and the boys.Its been a long time since Ive seen either one of you but I have fond memories of Dave as a guy with a great sense of humor...oh how he made us laugh,a great educator, principal and family man. Youre loss is great, you are in my thoughts.
Debbie Hernandez
December 16, 2010
Mr. "D"...my thoughts and prayers are with your family right now. Too young, too soon!!!
Rudy Bedford
December 16, 2010
I hired Dave many years ago and over the years have become great friends.Will never forget all the fun times we had together. I will really miss him.That kind of great guy seldom enters ones lifetime.
Kimberly James
December 16, 2010
Emily, I can only imagine what a shock this is to you and your family. I extend my deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Kari Reece
December 16, 2010
We love you so much. Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
With so much love-
Kari Reece and Family
Emmie Pearson
December 16, 2010
David, your loving and kind ways will be missed by all, It was truly a pleasure to have worked with you in the past. May God bless and keep your family.
Emmie Pearson
December 16, 2010
Emily,
I was sorrowfully suprised to read today that Dave had passed on. You, the boys and the rest of the family have my deepest sympathy!
Dave and I had a great chat when we ran into each other at the mall on last Thursday afternoon. He had done some Christmas shopping, and I was taking my grandbaby for Christmas pictures. He was the usual amiable Dave who I worked with for so many years. We enjoyed talking about the good old days, former co-workers, the laurels of retirement, and family.
May the peace of God and precious memories sustain you and yours.
~Regis Boatwright~
Jennifer Houle
December 16, 2010
You will be missed Mr. "D." You were an amazing person and I enjoyed working with you at Dunnellon. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jennifer Houle
December 16, 2010
Emily, Christopher and Steven,
Please know of my sympathy and prayers for you. I know of David's work and the love of the staffs that worked with him. God bless you all, and know that God's loving arms are around all of you during this time. Emily, your friendship while working together at Osceola meant a lot to me, as well as talking a bit at church.
My condolences, Margie Armstrong
(College Park Elem.)
thalia harrell
December 16, 2010
GOD HAS CALLED ONE OF HIS ANGELS HOME....I ENJOYED THE TIME THAT I WORKED WITH YOU....YOU WERE ONE OF THE KINDEST PEOPLE THAT I KNOW AND A GREAT PRINCIPAL....MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.....
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