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David Blaise Obituary
David P. Blaise, 59, of Vestal, formerly of Beacon, NY, passed away unexpectedly at his home, Friday, February 13, 2009.
He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Rachel and Anthony Blake of Beacon, NY; one son, Gary Blaise and Amanda Pereira of Fall River, MA; three grandsons, Bradley, Alexander, and Ryan.
David was a veteran of the Vietnam war serving in the U.S. Army. He was the recipient of both the Purple Heart and the Silver Star Medals. David retired from the N.Y.S. Department of Corrections after working a combined total of 34 years at the Fishkill and Shawangunk Facilities. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved dirt motor sports. He was a fellow member of the Ulster 4. He will be missed.
At David's request, services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are by Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., 300 E. Main St., Endicott, NY, 607-785-0411.
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Joanne,Gary, & Kevin Bates
February 21, 2009
It is with deep regret that the Bates family of Lake Ariel has lost a very true friend. We originally met at Rolling Wheels Raceway and our friendship blossomed like we knew each other for years. It will be a trying time to go on each day as we were in constant contact. I really miss his daily phone calls keeping me posted on his day and how it was going. Dave was a member of our family and I feel blessed for having known him. I can only hope he is in a better place and no more pain. Sincerely,
chris youngstrom
February 19, 2009
the world has lost a great man. even thought i havnet spoke to him in a long time i will never forget the times that i did talk with him. gary stay strong and dont hessitate to ask for anything if you need it
Melissa Barton
February 18, 2009
Even though I never got to meet him, David sounded like the type of man I would want to know. With all of the stories I hear and the fond memories everyone has, I know he will never be forgotten!
Dawn Blaskovich
February 18, 2009
Gary and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I unfortunately never had the opportunity to have met your father but I have this mental picture in my head, and everything I've heard about him just creates such a vision in my mind of what he was to you. If there's one good thing to come out of such an unfortunate passing, it's that you and your family have one more angel looking out for all of you. I'm here for you!
Kayleigh mccormack
February 18, 2009
Gary...I am sorry for you loss. your family is in our prayers. Stay strong.
Gene Kinne II
February 18, 2009
Gary, Your father will always be part of our little family, here at Giant Market,here in Vestal. His incredible sense of humor kept us rolling in laughter. I will miss our conversations, when the racing season kicked in
Deborah Barvenik
February 17, 2009
Deborah Barvenik and David Paczkowski
We are both shocked and saddened by the news of your father's death. Your father was a great man and was so proud of his children. He always spoke of his son and daughter with so much love and admiration. He was especially fond of his grandchildren. He'll always be with in strength. When you laugh with your children, he'll be laughing with you. He had so much love for his family that you'll feel it for years to come.
D Maine
February 17, 2009
I have only know Dave for 3 yrs..He knew just how to get a person to laugh.He had a big heart and will be greatly missed by everyone who had the chance to know him.My prayers go out to his family.
Lauri, Adam & Donovan Blake
February 17, 2009
Gary & Rachel (and families)-
I am so sorry for your loss. Though I never met your dad, I heard many stories and tales about him. From what everyone wrote, he must have been a great man. Both of you take care of your families, and know that he is now looking out for you at all times. We love you.
holly Sickles
February 17, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear about Dave, i didn't know him the best since i only saw him a few times a month to clean out his rental car. I picked him up and gave him the best service i could. One could'nt ask for a better sense of humour.
Gary Blaise
February 17, 2009
Thank you so much for remembering my father, i was in complete and utter shock when my mother called me at 11:30 friday night......
Anyone that knew my father knew that he could talk to you for 5 minutes and you would remember him for the rest of your life....
he was the greatest man that ever lived..........
i use to call him every day atleast 25 to 30 times......
he meant everything to me, he was my best friend......he was my back bone, and honestly he was my everything.....
he was living with so much pain, he's better off now than he ever was......
his eyes were going, he couldn't drive at night....
he could barely walk from his neuropathy(sp?).......
he always use to say to me "Big man i'm suffering" and every time i worried about him he would say "Don't worry about me worry about that kid of yours!!!".......
so many vacations, fishing trips, and walking through the woods helping him build his tree stands......
My grandfather Roger Blaise passed away at the age of 28, my Uncle Gary Blaise passed at the age of 35, i know my father is in good hands right now
thank you all so very much for your love and support
-Gary P. Blaise
Doug & June James
February 17, 2009
Dave will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
He was very kind and thoughtfyll, even to his buddy,"Sam", the dog.
We only knew Dave for 7 years but
the memories we have of him will never be forgotten.
Doug & June James & "Sam"
amanda pereira
February 17, 2009
You were always like a father to me in so many ways. I am so happy you were able to see Bradley and we will always have the pictures of the 2 of you. Thank you so much for always helping me and Gary as much as you did, and never saying no. I love you dad.
Jean Barber
February 17, 2009
Rachel & Gary,
What a shock to hear this. I have known Dave for many years as he was a wonderful friend to my brother Doug & sister-in-law June James. I saw him last month and so happy I did. He was a wonderful man and always so upbeat and happy. He had the greatest smile and will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you and the rest of your family.
Coleen Martin
February 17, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about David. He was such a fun guy and will be so sadly missed. I worked at Endocrinology at Lourdes and always looked forward to seeing him come in. We've all lost a friend.
Kelli Harkenreader & David Blaise
Mike Sastra
February 17, 2009
David will be missed, especially by this little neighbor girl that he never forgot.
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