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David Fontanez Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - A memorial service for David Glen Fontanez, 59, will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2015 at Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Casey Hough, pastor of Waller Baptist Church. Visitation will be prior to the service, beginning at 10 a.m. Friday.
David was born December 12, 1955 in Spokane, WA and died July 27, 2015 in Shreveport, LA. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was employed as a construction superintendent. David was an avid Los Angeles Raiders fan and loved football. He was of the Christian faith.
He is preceded in death by a son, Alex Fontanez. David is survived by his mother, Marie Roberts Fontanez and father, Angelo Fontanez, both of Bossier City, LA; son Max Fontanez of Austin, TX; the mother of his children, Darlene Fontanez of Shreveport, LA; sister, Cindy Rudder and husband, Steve of Katy, TX; brother, Stephen Fontanez and wife, Kim of Chandler, TX and niece and nephews, Robert Rudder, Lee Rudder and Alana Hendley.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Fontanez
Barbara Sides
April 15, 2016
Oh my dear friend. After the passing of Pat and Kenny, my soul was not ready for this. U were always a good friend and a wonderful brother to Steve and Cindy. Ur mom Marie and ur dad Angelo were blessed to have u as their son. U will be greatly missed.
Sydney Gooden
July 31, 2015
To the family I am so sorry for your loss. Cindy my friend you are in my prayers
Bonnie and Donald Keenan
July 29, 2015
We have known Dave(as we called)him, for many years. He was a very good friend of my (now deceased) ex husband, John Watson-have many great memories which we will cherish-God Bless you all
July 29, 2015
I worked with David for several years at Shreveport Rubber--he was a good friend and will be missed. Max, your dad was so proud of you--he just beamed when speaking of you.
Becky Burns
Carol and Bruce Lombardino
July 29, 2015
My wife and I both know David. He is a guy that is hard to forget. We met while David was working for Locke Construction in Shreveport. David always did a great job in his work, handling many task given to him. He help build Apple Tree and Kings Crossing Subdivision and these were just a few job he did. We will miss him dearly.
For the commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
July 29, 2015
The Final Salute
Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Dav.id Glenn Fontanez our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for David. And to David it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country while serving in the U.S. Air Force. David, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,061 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to David's family and loved ones.
Edward L. Lamb, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Mazariz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
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