John David Crockett

John David Crockett May 4, 1947 - Nov. 21, 2011 John David Crockett was born on May 4, 1947 to Vernon Walter Crockett and Marjorie Cederlund Crockett. David was a fun loving brother and could be a tease to one and all. His sisters (Claudia, Kathy and Leslie) were prime targets. David was an equal opportunity teaser he would tease his fellow school mates and work mates. He graduated from Sunset High School in 1965. Shortly after he bought a coup souped up the engine painted it blue and became a frequent at the Fremont Drags. Friday nights he enjoyed cruising East 14th. David had a love for music and dancing. It was because of this that he became a roadie with the Tower of Power and Santana. David toured to many countries and met many people. David and Shirley Chitwood were married in 1982. Shirley gave David the greatest gift of his life in the form of their daughter Kim. David continued to tour with Santana as a roadie until 2009. Early on the morning of November 21, 2011 he went peacefully home to his Heavenly Father. David will be missed by all who knew him. A service will be given at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, starting at 2PM, 859 Grant St, San Lorenzo, Ca 94580 A celebration of Dad's life to follow at The San Leandro Senior Center, starting Aprx. 3:30PM-10PM Food and beverage will be served, 13909 E.14th St., San Leandro, Ca 94578.