David L. Besser, D.M.D., age 59 of Crestwood died suddenly May 24, 2016. He was born November 11, 1956 in Louisville. He was the son of Irvin and Vergie Besser.
David graduated from Oldham County High School, class of 1975. Following graduation, he attended EKU for his undergrad, class of '79. He attended UK for graduate schooling, class of '83. David served Oldham County as a dentist of his private practice for over 30 years. David was a loyal member of the Oldham County Country Club. David lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed motorcycles, going to Lake Cumberland to enjoy his boats, and his dog Peanut. In the famous words of David Besser, "Everyone dies. It's just the timing that sucks."
He is preceded in death by his mother, Vergie Besser and his sister Cynthia Guerrero.
David is survived by his significant other Rebecca Murphy; his father Irvin Besser; his children Carly and Chandler Besser; his brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Judy Besser; His niece and nephew Jordan and Mason Guerrero and many friends.
A memorial service will begin at 7 p.m., Friday June 3 at Stoess Funeral Home, Crestwood. A gathering of family and friends will begin at 3 p.m. and conclude with the memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Oldham Era from Jun. 2 to Jun. 8, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for David Besser

15 Entries

Neighbor/Patient

June 9, 2016

David had been a neighbor and our dentist. He was kind, generous, and thoughtful. He came over and did drywall one weekend, gave free dental on more than one occasion, and one day as patient a lady came in that had been assaulted by her husband. With David's big voice I could hear him in the back that there would be no charge so not to worry about anything and to call if she needed anything. He was quite simply a "good man".

Marta Miller-Frame and Wallace Miller

June 8, 2016

My Dad worked with Gary and when David started his practice we went to him. He always had a smile and would ask about Mom and Dad even if he was going to see them the next day. He always told me that I wasn't wired right. He will truly be missed

Danny & Barbara Baker

June 4, 2016

Gary & family
I am so sorry to hear about David's accident. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. May God wrap his arms around you and your family during this most difficult time. Thoughts & prayers to all

June 3, 2016

I worked for David as a Dental Hygienist in his OLD office - The Old House. I can't say enough about what a wonderful Dentist and employer he was. He made his office a relaxed feeling for his patients, employees and yet maintained a professional attitude at all times. I'm so sorry the community has lost a wonderful professional. And most of all, I'm so sorry to his family and close friends.
Karen Shapero

Dan Carroll

June 3, 2016

Dave was my classmate, my roommate and my study buddy all through dental school. We covered emergency calls for each other these 33 years of practice. Dave was a great dentist.Dave was my dentist. Dave was one of the nicest people in the world. Dave was one of the funnest people in the world. Dave was my friend. This breaks my heart. Heaven got Dave too soon. There better be a lot of lakes and boats in heaven.

Celeste Shumar

June 3, 2016

I was heartbroken when I heard of his death. We moved to Kentucky twenty seven years ago,and a friend recommended Dr. Besser to us. So glad she did, because he was the best! Loved his smile! My heart goes out to his family and his staff!

Darrell & Amy Hill

June 1, 2016

So sorry to hear this sad news - He was the best!
You will be missed.

m m

May 31, 2016

Mr. Besser memory will always be in your heart and thoughts. Sorry for your loss.

Peggy Wimsatt

May 31, 2016

David was a childhood friend on Regina Lane. We had run into each other several times. I always remember the great smile and he was always friendly and kind. So sorry for everyone's loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!

diane lee

May 28, 2016

You were a great man , my family will miss you terribly. You were also the best dentist ever .

Anon

May 28, 2016

A helpful, upbeat spirit to one at a challenging time.

Laurie

May 28, 2016

I remember the first time I went to see Dr. Besser. He was just starting his practice and was seeing patients for $5.00 a cleaning, to get his business going.
I told him that my daughter was coming of age to need to see the dentist for the first time and I was "shopping" for a good, gentle dentist, as the one I had been seeing was not gentle enough. He cleaned my teeth, and sat back and asked how he had done. I told him he was the first dentist I had tried and I was done shopping !! He had done a great job and was so kind. He was my daughter's only dentist, and she is 33 years old now.
Many of my family members went to him, and we all enjoyed our visits and knew that he would take good care of us. We will miss him greatly, not just as a dentist, but as a friend.

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