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David Routh Obituary

ROUTH, David
Passed away at age 43, suddenly August 29, 2004 in Carmichael, CA. He was the beloved husband of Debbie Routh for 9 days. Loving father of Elliot and Douglas. Son of Della Routh. Brother of Joseph Routh. He was an avid golfer and bowler. His favorite pastime was NASCAR. Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral service, Friday, September 3, 2004, at 2PM at Mount Vernon Mortuary, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA 95628.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Sep. 2, 2004.

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David & Debbie Wedding photo

September 10, 2004

Karen Moreno

September 5, 2004

We always liked teasing and messing with each other I knew it would always put a smile or snicker on your face.God Bless

Moe Vann

September 3, 2004

David, thank you for bringing love and light into Debbie's life.

Eileen & Geno Tardiff

September 3, 2004

You will be deeply missed. You are now in the heavens with the company of Earnhardt Sr. Race long and hard!Our prayers are with you and your loved ones!

Shana Zimmerman

September 3, 2004

David was my father for 16 years and now that he is gone a piece of my heart will be missing forever.He was one of the only people i could truly count no matter what.He will be deeply missed.

Julie Cunningham

September 2, 2004

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I have enjoyed bowling with Dave over the years. He will be deeply missed.

Joseph Routh

September 2, 2004

David I will miss you for all my days that I have left. You were one kind and thoughtfull brother and was always there when I needed help in time of my own crisis. Say hello to Daddy, Andy and Terry and am confortted that there is another angel looking out for me.

Rebecca Martin

September 2, 2004

David you will always be in my heart and forever in my thoughts! We have all lost a true and great friend!

Mary Ann Shelden

September 2, 2004

Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss of David. We enjoyed working with David over the last five years. Very Sincerely, Rojas & Associates, CPAs

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