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David Dallas Obituary
He was born July 1, 1962, to the late Samuel A. Dallas and Octavia L. (Rembert) Dallas.
David was a 1980 graduate of Calvin M. Woodward High School in Toledo, Ohio. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1982. Some of his commands included: USS Prebble; USS Sumter; USS San Jacinto; and USNS Saturn. David served proudly until his retirement in 1998. David's last occupation was an IT Specialist with Basecom at Fort Lee in Virginia. He was an active member of Life Church in Mechanicsville.
David was an avid Redskins fan, often flying their flag on game days. His love of music led him to be band booster president for the Manchester Lancers marching band.
Left to cherish his precious memory are: his wife. Pamela; daughter, Miatta Johnson and son, Malik Dallas; family patriarch, Frank Dallas Jr. of Philadelphia, Pa.; sisters, Nailah Baderinwa of Safford, Ariz., Dr. Fenobia I. Dallas of Saginaw, Mich., Tonya G. Dallas of Fullerton, Calif., Renee Dallas of Toledo, Ohio, and Cynthia Dallas-Kirk of Fostoria, Ohio; brothers, DeCarlo Lynn Dallas of Chicago, Ill. Wayne Dallas (Barb) of Oakland, Calif. and Jonathan Dallas of Kunming, China; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Edward and Maree Thompson of Baltimore, Md.; sister-in-law, Lesia Thompson of Baltimore, Md.; brother-in-law, Charles Sykes-Bey of Baltimore, Md.; special cousins, Rodger Dallas (Elaine) of Cleveland, Ohio, Brenda Daniels of Jacksonville, Fla., Eric Dallas (Paula) of Roswell, Ga., Cheryl Dallas of Philadelphia, Pa., and Tracey Dallas (Gordy Dorsey)of Philadelphia, Pa.; a host of nephews; and nieces; other dear relatives; and close friends.
A service of love and remembrance will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014, at the chapel of William N. Bland & Son Funeral Home, Petersburg.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the William N. Bland and Son Funeral Home, 137 Harrison St., Petersburg, 804-732-7841. For more information or to leave a condolence, please visit our website at blandenterprisesinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Dallas
Lois Rogers
July 23, 2024
It doesn't seem possible that 10 years have passed. I think of your family with fondness.
SM1 (SW) David R. Dallas, USN Ret.
Dr. Fenobia "Penny" Dallas
August 26, 2014
Looking back to a month ago, it is still difficult to accept the loss of David. He was my “twin,” as we were born on the same day - but six years apart. Visiting with him in mid-July, David was ready to start a new chapter in his life. His divorce was almost final, he had found a home in Petersburg that he was preparing to close on, and he had transferred Malik from Virginia State University to Virginia Commonwealth University.
Life was good, and he was moving to a place of peace and contentment.
The weekend of July 12th, we spent time going to the Shoe Carnival (he said, “I need some green sneakers to go with my green shorts”), stopping by the storage unit to pay (late) on the rental fees, then we went over to the Petersburg National Battlefield and walked around, taking in the battlements, the soldier's winter lodgings for the siege of Petersburg, the Crater, and walking to the back gate of Ft. Lee. He spoke to the park ranger and offered to volunteer as a guide. We drove over to the house he was eyeing at 430 Greenwood Drive in Petersburg, and I recalled the pictures he had sent in May of this 2-story brick home, with wood floors throughout, and an enclosed sunporch. While we couldn't get inside, we walked around the outside, and he talked about how he was going to pave a driveway to the rear of the house, and later build a garage. He also showed me where he wanted to put a generator, and asked me about landscaping, low-maintenance plants & flowers, and whether he should put in a small patio off the deck. Later, we stopped by a Jamaican restaurant to get his favorite jerk chicken dinner for take out.
On Tuesday I headed out on my way to a week-long conference in Maryland, and later, on the way back home, I sent him a text thanking him for the “Popeyes.” His last message to me on July 23, 2014 was “Have a safe drive.”
When Wayne called me, saying that David had passed, I was incredulous, and kept repeating, “But I was just there - I had just seen him!” But it didn't matter - David's duty was done and it was time for him to move on.
Wayne & Barb, Tonya, and I represented our siblings at David's funeral service. We chose to respect his memory and give back to him, for all that he had given to others.
Shannon Wymer
August 8, 2014
Fair winds and following seas shipmate.
TYRONE E FARRINGTON
August 7, 2014
David you were a outstanding sailor/signalman onboard USS Sumter (LST-1181). I also considered you a true friend of my family. Rest in peace David. May God's strength be with Pam, Miatta and Malik, hold fast.
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Snezana Kelly
August 7, 2014
My Condolences goes out to the Dallas family may he continue to strengthen you all in this time of need you will be truly missed…R.I.P. Dave! I will miss you dearly!
Kim, David, Kristan and Dee Martin
August 5, 2014
We have some great memories of working with Dave as a Manchester Band Booster! He was a great guy and his loss is deeply felt by our family and our condolences go out to Dave's family.
Zeb Saunders
August 4, 2014
Not a better "backyard" neighbor could be found anywhere. We are so glad we got to know David when we all moved into a new neighborhood. Zeb & Hazel, Midlothian, VA.
THE SHANNON FAMILY
August 1, 2014
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HE FAMILY & FRENDS...UNTIL WE ALL MEET AGAIN...GOD BLESS ALWAYS
Clyde Loupas
August 1, 2014
My sympathy to the Dallas family. Dave is my friend, coworker, and fellow vet, he will be missed but not forgotten
Laurel Bornstein
August 1, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Remembered from arbor hills.
USS San Jacinto CG-56.
Tom Long Jr
August 1, 2014
To The Family of David. He was a good man. From over 20 years ago. I remember him. from Tom Long, SanJac Plank Owner. DAVID, you can Rest now.
Pamela Casey
July 31, 2014
Dennis and I were honored to know Dave for many years. Dave was a wonderful and valued employee of BaseCom. We send our deepest sympathies to all the members of Dave's family. We will miss him. He was a wonderful man taken from us too soon.
Teresa Epley
July 31, 2014
No matter how strong words can be they don't cover the sorrow that is felt from this loss. Dave was a great co-worker here at Baseom and a great friend. He will truly be missed but never forgotten! RIP in dear, sweet friend! My prayers are with you and your family!
Dwayne. "Van" VanSelous
July 30, 2014
There is a light that has dimmed on the San Jacinto, but Heaven has welcomed another home. Honored to have served with you and I will see you again my friend. Praying for peace and comfort for the Dallas family.
Lashonda Madden
July 30, 2014
Dallas family, my sincere sympathy to your family on this sad occasion. Even though I didn't know Dave too long, he was a very kind and funny guy that will be deeply missed. May you find comfort and peace in God to get you through such a trying time as this. God bless you all.
Glynis Guinn-Machaterre
July 30, 2014
Dear Dallas Family...my heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of David. May God Bless you and give you that "peace that transcends all understanding".
Carl f. Koller jr.
July 30, 2014
My prayers go out to the Dallas family. I served on San Jacinto with David 87-90. He was always smiling and willing to give anyone a helping hand. He was an all round good man and he will be missed.
Steven Hall
July 30, 2014
This has been a tragic loss. I was blessed to have known David since 1987 while serving aboard USS San Jacinto CG-56. We stayed in contact ever since. He was a very close, true friend. I will never forget my little buddy. May God bless David and his family and comfort them in their time of need. He will be missed.
Dan Hoadley
July 30, 2014
I served with SM1 David Dallas aboard USS SAN JACINTO CG-56 87-89. What a great man to have known during that time! My condolences go out to his Family during this sad time! He will be Greatly Missed by all the knew him! Attention and a Hand salute to a shipmate that will be forever missed! RIP my friend!
Scott Fields
July 30, 2014
May god be with you and your family during this time of loss. David and I served together onboard USS San Jacinto many years ago. He was a fine sailor who took great pride in his job. We will miss you very much....
Geoffrey Pearce
July 30, 2014
May God give you strength in this time of loss. Dave was an awesome man and shipmate. He will be missed.
Harlan Yaffe
July 30, 2014
David, you were my friend first. You were my first friend of color, second. That left an imprint and elevated my understanding of the world forever. I was so blessed to know you, David.
christiane vital
July 30, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Butch and Ann Clarke
July 30, 2014
There are no words to express the feeling of loss. Dave was a friend and someone I could always count on when I needed him. Sometimes it was just a phone call from Dave saying "I haven't talked to you in a while, what's up", other times it was our cheap lunch date with Robyn Underwood that brought me joy and certainly laughter. And laugh we did, until tears ran down our face. Those tears are here now, but for the loss of a dear friend. How proud Dave was of his service to his country but his greatest pride was in his children. We have lost a good man, one who left family and friends missing him. He will live on in our memories and in our heart. Fair winds and calm sea's my friend as you continue your journey in heaven.
Randy Keen
July 30, 2014
Prayers to the family of our fallen shipmate. David will be missed but not forgotten.
Tom Short
July 30, 2014
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss knowing many thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. David and I served together onboard the USS San Jacinto and not only was he a great Sailor, but an even greater human being. He will be sorely missed.
July 30, 2014
Those in God's memory will hear his voice and come out. John 5:28
Tamike Walker
July 30, 2014
Praying for you all as you grieve may you feel God's comfort in this time of need you will be missed as a co worker in Lodging
Mark Braunschweig
July 30, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the Dallas family. David, was a true SANJACINTOMAN and friend of mine. He will be missed greatly.
Helen Young
July 30, 2014
To the Dallas family my condolences may god keep you all in his prayers my co worker Fort Lee
Tamike Walker
July 30, 2014
My Condolences goes out to the Dallas family may he continue to strengthen you all in this time of need you will be truly missed in Army Lodging ????
Sara Spell
July 30, 2014
R.I.P. Dave! I will miss you dearly! To the Dallas family! My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you!
birgit nowlin
July 30, 2014
my thoughts and prayers are with the dallas family, david, was a co-worker of mine at army lodging, he will truly be missed, rip david
Erman D'Alesandro
July 29, 2014
Our Prayers go out to the family of Shipmate David in these hard times. No more heavy seas or hard winds, just peace with the Lord above.
Russell Gill
July 29, 2014
My prayers and condolence go to the entire Dallas family. I have known David since we were 15 years old at Woodward HS. We joined the Navy and served in Recruiting together in Toledo. I have known many people over my 52 years, none do I consider a better man than David Dallas. His loss is deeply felt by all that have known him.
Tom, Ann, & Victoria Reichert
July 29, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. Dave was a Great American. He left his mark on this earth and made a difference. Dave Dallas will be sorely missed.
Brian J. Wiener
July 29, 2014
I know David Dallas from serving with him on board USS San Jacinto from 86-90. I remember him to always be in a good mood and nice guy. He wiill be missed.
Curtis Woodard
July 29, 2014
I will see you again Shipmate because I know that you are in Heaven. The heart that God gave you is larger than those of most of us. I will continue to lift your family up in prayer; to the family, to be absent from the body is to be present with our Lord. I pray that by knowing this truth, it brings you some comfort.
John Kilcoyne
July 29, 2014
David and I were in the Navy together and Shipmates on the USS San Jacinto. It was a pleasure to serve with him.
Tiffany Spearman
July 29, 2014
My prayers are with the Dallas family through these difficult times. Dave was a coworker of mine at Fort Lee Lodging where he will truly indeed be missed a lot.
July 29, 2014
I am so sad to hear of your loss. My condolences to the whole Dallas family.
Lois Rogers
Ellen Gautney
July 29, 2014
George and I were really sorry about Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jody Bedard
July 29, 2014
I was shocked when I saw this! Dallas was my LPO on The USS San Jacinto. He guided me down the right path. He was a good man and will be missed by all RIP Dallas! SM1 (SW) Bedard, USN Retired
Frankie Wilkins
July 29, 2014
My prayers goes out to the family, friends and shipmates of this wonderful man. He will be truly missed.
David R Dallas
Frankie Wilkins
July 29, 2014
Tonya Dallas
July 29, 2014
David, you are finally at peace, from how you ended up being taken so soon. Your sister, Tonya
Nailah Baderinwa
July 29, 2014
PAM,MIATTA,MALIK, our prayers are with you. NMRK,NMRK,NMRK,on behalf of our deceased brother's family, from his oldest sibling Nailah Baderinwa.
Rob Shaffer
July 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Dallas family and household during these difficult times. David was known and loved by many. He will be missed.
Nailah Baderinwa
July 29, 2014
PAM,MIATTA,MALIK, no matter what, I'm including you in my daily prayers; My dear brother David R Dallas, you left toooo soon, be at peace, you did GOOD! Nam myoho renge kyo, Nam myoho renge kyo, Nam myoho renge kyo.NMRK NMRK NMRK
July 29, 2014
Pam,Miata,Malick and the Dallas family,we loss a good man.
Wayne Dallas
Cindy
July 29, 2014
What ever my lot, though has taught me to say, "It is well, with my soul". Rest from your labors brother. Love you even unto eternity.
Lisa Stevens
July 29, 2014
Malick, my prayers goes out to you and your family during this diffcult time. You will be missed Dave. RIP
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