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David Devora Obituary

David Devora

Abilene - David Anthony Devora, 20, of Abilene passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 in Abilene.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, January 6, 2019 at 1 PM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. A visitation will be held Sunday, January 5 beginning at 5 PM followed by a Rosary at 6 PM at the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 US HWY 277 S.

David was born on October 8, 1999 in Abilene Texas, to Jose R. Devora and Maria Elena Devora. He attended St. John's Episcopal School from pre-school thru the 5th grade where he was a standout student was loved by all his teachers there, he enjoyed participating in chapels services and developed a love for reading. He especially loved the school trips to Mo Ranch. David attended Mann Middle School and Abilene High School graduating in 2018. While in school he played tennis and was in band where he played the trumpet. As a boy David loved spending time with his dad and enjoyed summer vacations in South Padre island with his family, he loved the beach. David played baseball at Cedar Creek Little League and soccer at Big Country Soccer Assoc. David was an active member in his church as an Alter server. He was a strong believer in the pro-life movement and attended many rallies in support of the unborn. He loved the Texas Rangers and was thrilled he was able to attend two in World Series in Texas. David was an amazing and loving uncle to his niece and nephews. He loved his friends and enjoyed spending time laughing and joking around with them. He had moved to Austin and was attending Austin Community College. David had a big heart. He was kind, gentle and generous to all. To know David was to love David. He touched so many with his smile and his laughter.

David is survived by his mother, Maria Devora-Portillo and step dad Andy Portillo; brother Joey Devora and wife Jennifer; sister Laura Reyes; niece, Catalina Devora; nephews Noah Devora, Junior Reyes, Julian Reyes and Joel Reyes; grandparents, JR and Natalia Roman; many loving aunts and uncles and numerous cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father Jose R. Devora; grandfather Jesse E. Barrera.

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Published by Abilene Reporter News from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2020.

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Sandra Limon

January 6, 2020

May you fly to the kingdom and into His loving arms Jesus Christ

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Mary Villarreal- Rangel

January 4, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Family. I remember him going to Mann middle school with my grandson then on to high school and graduating together. I saw him walk the halls of Mann for his last time before graduating. Also remember him from church as an Alter server . My heart goes out to you Maria Elena cant imagine what your going thru because even though I knew who he was ,not personally this has really affected me. You may think how does she know me your parents are my Godparents.May God Bless him and may he rest in Peace.

Elizabeth Roe

January 4, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. David will always be remembered.

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Elizabeth Roe

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Domingo Devora

January 4, 2020

David you will always be loved and remembered

Angie Moreno

January 4, 2020

We had a serious talk thank you for telling me what needed to be done because no matter what I had myself and I found myself because of you ..❤ Rip love <3

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5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, TX 79606

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