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David Florian Obituary

David Florian

May 25, 1988

June 3, 2014



David Peter Venard Florian born May 25, 1988 to Joseph Patrick and Aida Florian in Pensacola, FL. He was number 8 of 10 children. David attended Little Flower Catholic School, Catholic High School, and Spring Hill College in Mobile, AL. He graduated with a degree in Bio Psychology. As a child he was an altar server at St. Anne's Parish in Bellview. He was an active choir member in his schools and parish. He joined the Knights of Columbus at Spring Hill College. Upon returning to Pensacola he participated with Knights at St. Anne's parish in Bellview. He was an inquirer in the Lay Dominican's at St. Paul's working towards becoming a Lay Dominican. David attended Mass and made a Holy Hour of Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament every day since high school. He would stop and speak to the homeless to find out their needs and then return with assistance. To David who had 5 brothers every man was his brother in Christ. David made the Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary and promoted this devotion widely to all he met. He had a deep love and devotion to Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament and to His Immaculate Mother Mary. He enjoyed swing dancing and did bubble magic shows for his family. He was active with the Catholic young adults group. He regularly kept vigil praying at the abortion mill for those in need. He is survived by his grandmother Aida Licari, Uncle Father John Licari, Aunt Valerie, mother Aida Florian, father Pat Florian, and siblings Rosa Langevin, Therese Vignolo, Michael, John, Chris, Sr. Mary of the Passion of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Catherine, and Timothy. He is also survived by 19 nieces and nephews.

Mass will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Jun. 7, 2014.

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Veronica Langevin

June 2, 2019

Always in my thoughts and prayers .

Emily Sheridan

June 11, 2014

Dear David,

My heart feels forever broken. You are the most selfless person I have ever met and I will always remember your warm smile. I want to say I wish this had happened to someone else, but I know you would scold me. I have, and will be, thinking and praying for you, Greg, and your family. I await the day you can teach me to swing dance, but know I'm lacking any sort of "groove" gene!

With love, Emily.

Bette Davis-Smith

June 10, 2014

Aida,as a mother my heart is breaking. As a friend knowing you from high school I admire your deep faith in God & His plan. I pray that God be with you & Pat & your family. I'm sure David & Greg are watching over your family & they are both in the presence of Our Lord. God bless.

Veronica Langevin

June 10, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for David and Gregory

Vicki Taylor-Breheim

June 9, 2014

God is holding these sweet young men in His loving arms. So sorry for your loss.

Traci Stone Shaw

June 9, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May Jesus put his arms around your family in this time of need. My prayers are with you.

Beckey Morain

June 8, 2014

May The Lord help comfort his family and friends at this time. He is with his Heavenly Father. I hope his wonderful memories help to comfort you. God bless and keep you. Praying for all.

Beckey Morain

Carlena

June 8, 2014

David was my coworker. I always appreciated his friendly smile and grateful attitude. He had the heart of a servant and was an incredible example of what it means to live for Christ. I will certainly miss him and will be praying for his family.

June 8, 2014

David is an old soul who was committed to bring the world to God and actively and daily continued his mission. He will be sorely missed, rest in peace David

Ruth Anne Leary Goetz

June 8, 2014

Dear Sweet Friends,
David is indeed in Paradise with our Heavenly Father. To be escorted by our Lord Himself as he walked into our Lord's loving arms, hand in hand with his brother, is a true gift, which I hope can give you peace. He will never be far away from you. Much love to you all!

Dennis Zelenak

June 7, 2014

I knew David both as a friend and as a classmate during our time at Spring Hill College. I admired David's humor and passionate love of Christ and others. David and Gregory, may you be embraced by our loving God, and intercede to him on our behalf.

Doug, Connie, Jack, Katie Quilling

June 7, 2014

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus hold you close to His heart at this tragic time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Florian family. They were wonderful young men. Our Deepest Sympathy~

Cathy Petersen

June 7, 2014

David delivered to Walgreens Pharmacy. He was always very polite and respectful. We were all so shocked to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers to his family.

Steve & Peggy Vignolo

June 7, 2014

Pat, Aida, and Family

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are sorry for your loss.

Stephen Hyde

June 7, 2014

David was always kind and generous to everyone he met. I had the great pleasure of knowing him from elementary school through college. He was a good man, always cheerful despite the situation, and a valuable confidant. I will miss him dearly.

Valerie DePalma

June 7, 2014

I was a fellow classmate of David's at SHC. He was one of the nicest guys I've met and he had a great sense of humor. We had many debates and discussions. I will never forget our joke about him getting shocked by the holy water fountain whenever he teased me. He is going to be greatly missed, but I know he's still watching over us. My thoughts and prayers are extended to the Florian's as they go through this tough time.

Fr Viet

June 6, 2014

Your smile will light up heaven.

Jane Lambert

June 6, 2014

David, you will be sorely missed, but I know you are already with our heavenly Father. Probably showing him some magic tricks with the bubbles. I know you are already hard at prayer for your family and friends. God bless you honey!

Tara Mann

June 6, 2014

Our deepest sympathy! The family will remain in our prayers.

Kim,Tommy and Katie Scott

June 6, 2014

we are very sorry to hear about that. We will keep you and your family in our pray

Dr. P

June 6, 2014

I knew David From Spring Hill. He was a very kind and gentle soul. My time with him was always delightful. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I wish peace for his friends & family. AMDG

June 6, 2014

Eternal rest grant unto him, Oh Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace, Amen. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.

June 6, 2014

You all have my deepest sympathy. Although this is a tough time know that David and Gregory are now home with God and they are fully alive. You all will remain in my prayers.

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