David J. Sharpe

1956 - 2020

BORN

1956

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

North Brevard Funeral Home & Crematory

1450 Norwood Avenue

Titusville, Florida

David Sharpe Obituary

Name: Visitation for David J. Sharpe
Start: 2020-07-18T14:00:00.000Z
Location: North Brevard Funeral Home & Crematory

David Jeffrey Sharpe of Doctor Phillips was peacefully called home on Saturday, July 11th, 2020 at the age of 64. Dave was born February 21st, 1956 in Sanford, Florida to father J. O. Sharpe and mother Evelyn Sharpe.

Coming from a long line of orange farmers, Dave grew up surrounded by the natural beauty and culture of "real Florida". He was deeply proud of the Central Florida he knew and was happy to instill this love for the land into any that would listen.

Dave also had a passion for engineering. He tirelessly worked his way up through Lockheed Martin (formerly Martin Marietta) to support his young family. Over his 40+ year career he received many commendations and greatly contributed to advancements in numerous Missile and Fire Control product lines. He was a key contributor to several cutting-edge development efforts in which he took great pride. He was a great technical leader, mentor, guide, and friend to all his co-workers. His technical expertise carried on outside of work through his generosity in taking care of his neighbors, family, friends, and even strangers as the resident Mr. Fix-it for just about anything.

Foremost, Dave was a man of profound faith and an enduring love for his community. His presence was warm and welcoming. He was a dedicated volunteer to serving the poor, for many years supporting stocking activities at a local pantry. He was a beloved advisor of Boy scout troop 145 and found joy in coaching many fine young men through their Eagle projects. David was a faithful long-time member of First Baptist Church of Orlando, and was widely known as someone you could always turn to for help. His departure is felt deeply by family, friends, and acquaintances alike, but he lives on in the ripples of his infectious, caring nature.

Preceded in death by his parents and son Joseph Gregory Sharpe. Survived by loving fiancé Mary "Patti" Thomas, sisters Karen Connerly and Pam King and husband Jim King, son Jeffrey David Sharpe and partner Hollis Dahn, Patti's children David W. Thomas, Melisse Lee James and husband Patrick David James.

A memorial will be held at North Brevard Funeral Home. Visitation is Saturday, July 18th at 10am followed by a funeral service at 11am.

Those wishing to honor Dave's memory are encouraged to donate to his troop, Boy Scout Troop 145, PO Box 38, Oakland, FL 34760 and to the charity for which he volunteered, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 5125 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, FL 32819.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2020.

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Scott Anderson

July 24, 2020

I am sad to here of Dave's passing. I knew Dave from work and he was truly someone you enjoyed being around. He always put a smile on my face with his stories and we can all thank him for his dedication and making our world a safer place. God bless you and your family.

Barry Stroman

July 19, 2020

Dave was truly an example to all who were fortunate to have known or met him. I miss all the hours working with Dave and getting to listen to all of his stories about growing up. I always told him he should write a book, because he was so interesting. Not many folks can say they had used a manatee rib bone as a teething toy as a baby! His tales of how Florida once was were priceless.
He will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace my Friend.

Justin Farr

July 18, 2020

I met Dave via Boy Scout Troop 145 and cant say enough about he did for the scouts, including my own son. He was always there when you needed him and willing to listen to your ideas. His friendship and leadership will be deeply missed. Rest In Peace my friend.

Justin and Caleb Farr

Paula Forberg

July 17, 2020

Dave was a very special friend. I never met anyone quite like him. Dave was so giving, he would rather do practically anything to help someone than to take care of his own priorities. This was the case before my husband Wayne passed away as well as after. Dave was such an honest person, if you asked him a question, you should have been prepared for an honest answer. Dave gave so much without expecting anything in return and it did not matter who you were. It makes me happy that Dave was so blessed to enjoy his work. He enjoyed problem solving and using his creativity. Several times, Dave used Patti's truck to pick up and deliver loads of pine nuggets for our prayer garden. He helped me, or I should say that I helped him build 7 solar posts that were quite a hit at the sale at our church fall festival. Dave was dearly loved by so many and he will surely be missed, but remembered for the loving person he was. Right now it hurts especially so much because we need more people like Dave.

Harry & Ena

July 17, 2020

Dave had been our across the street neighbor for many many years. He had been the go to person by all of the neighbors. Need something fixed, need to borrow a tool, need a helping hand, need some advice, call Dave. he never know how to say no. He was always willing and ready to help. He will be greatly missed by everyone in the neighborhood. My wife and our two sons would like to extend our heart felt condolences to his entire family especially his children and Patty. May he enter the garden of heaven and dwell therein forever. Rest in Pease Dave.

Harry and Ena

July 17, 2020

Dave has been our across the street neighbor for several years. He has been the go to guy for help by all of the neighbors. He never says no, he is always willing and ready to lend a helping hand. He will be greatly miss by everyone. My wife and my two sons joins me is sending our heart felt condolences to his entire family, especially his children and Patty. My he be accepted in the garden of heaven and dwell herein forever. RIP Dave.

Charley

July 17, 2020

Lew and I will greatly miss you, Dave. For years, we three sat together in church and enjoyed wonderful fellowship. We never heard him say a negative word about anyone. He showed us he had a kind, caring, and helpful heart, and also expressed his passion for his work at Lockheed.

Thanks for the memories my brother.
Charley

Ana Jeffries

July 16, 2020

We are deeply sorry for your loss.
We first met David Sharpe at Boy Scout Troop 145.
Well always be grateful for his leadership and support to our son Cody and many other scouts.
He truly made a difference in so many lives.

With Deepest Sympathy

Keith, Ana and Cody Jeffries