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David Jennings Obituary
David Parker Jennings, age 40, of Wilmington, NC passed away Friday, February 25, 2011 in Wilmington, NC. Born July 13, 1970 in Lumberton, NC, David was the son of Jane Troutman Jennings Getsinger and the late James Albert Jennings, and the brother of Abigail Jennings Lewis and Michael Jennings.
David graduated from Bandy's High School in Catawba, NC in 1988 and graduated with honors from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 1992. He was a member of the international psychology honor society, Psi Chi.
Following a passion for surfing, David resided in Kauai, Hawaii, but eventually returned to the Atlantic waves of Wrightsville Beach where he built a successful career working for Prudential Carolinas Real Estate. Most recently he worked in landscaping, a vocation which allowed him to be close to the natural world he loved so much. David also loved animals and was devoted to his two cats, Vic and The Count.
David is survived by his mother Jane and step-father Layton Getsinger; sister Abigail and her husband Randolph Lewis and children Genevieve and Ia Lewis; brother Michael and his wife Robin Scholle Jennings; paternal grandfather Albert Lee (Buck) Jennings; maternal grandmother Armonde Troutman; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins who all loved him dearly.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Statesville, NC on Friday, March 4, 2011 at 2:00. The family will receive friends at the home of Jane Getsinger, 315 E. Mombo Road, Statesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 1103, Statesville, NC, 28677; or Fifth Street Ministries, P.O. Box 5217, Statesville, NC, 28677.
Online condolences may be made at www.nicholsonfunerals.com/obituaries.
Nicholson Funeral Home is serving the family of David Parker Jennings.
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for David Jennings
March 23, 2011
To Friends who have have offered condolences....thank you. This is the hardest loss I have ever experienced and really not quite sure what the future holds. I am diminished by David's death beyond words. He struggled more than any of us knew for his short time on this earth. He was so much like his Father with his twinkling eyes and ability to "hold court". I had a wonderful last day with him Monday a month ago. He seemed "teasing" about making the decision to come home and allow Layton and I to help him "regroup". I talked to him two hours before he died....so we were really continuing to hope and pray for a miracle....it did not happen. Again, thank you for your support. I will not be further checking this site.
Jane
Angela Garnett
March 10, 2011
Jane, Michael and Abigail ~
My heart aches for your family with this sudden loss of such a wonderful person. I will always remember David as my neighbor, friend, fellow UNCW student and he will hold a special place in my heart. His heart was as big as his passion for the outdoors. Your family will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Angela (Cooper) Garnett , Wake Forest, NC
Teresa Rodgers
March 7, 2011
My condolences to his family, I knew Dave from Wilmington years ago. He was always a happy fun easygoing guy. Years ago we went with friends on a snowboarding trip to the NC mountains. I'm saddened to hear of this tragic ending, and will pray for his family during this difficult time.
Greg Ford
March 4, 2011
I have not seen David in several years but I'll will always remember him as a happy guy. Whenever I was around him he was full of life and had a positive attitude. I will miss him as a friend and seeing him in the water surfing.
My prayers go out to him and his family.
Debra Dennis
March 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Debra and Allen
Jade Benfield
March 4, 2011
I was very saddened to hear of David's p assing. My thoughts and prayers are with you now.
March 4, 2011
We are so saddened to learn about David. We have such fond memories of our children growing up together in Westport. David will not be forgotton. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Lynda and Robert Rankin
Bluffton,South Carolina
Ingrid Corbi
March 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all right now. David was a dream to work with in a Real Estate Closing. He will be missed, but always remember him with a smile...
Sean Getsinger
March 3, 2011
Jane, Layton, Abigail, Michael, and Armonde,
I am verry sorry to learn of David’s passing. He had an infectious personality and was a real joy to be around. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
With much Love,
Sean and Wendy
Cathi Anderson
March 2, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about David's passing. He was much to young. I worked with David at Prudential Carolinia where he was often the Agent of the Month...he always willingly shared his knowledge and assisted in anyway his fellow agents! My thoughts and prayers are with the family...I hope you can find peace in your found memories in this difficult time.
Shantae Brown
March 1, 2011
Dear Jane, Abigail, Michael and family,
My sincerest condolences are with you during this time of sorrow. Although words may not ease the pain you feel now, just know that our hearts reach out to you.
L shaw
March 1, 2011
Dear Family of David Jennings,
When David first started selling real estate, he visited our home which was for sale by owner. He was so polite, and earnest in his request to list our home, that we couldn't resist. I watched over time as he became a successful realtor in Wilmington. I know that you were very proud of him.
I'm so sorry to hear that he has passed away, and wish you peace and healing in the days ahead.
Marilyn Galloway
March 1, 2011
Dear Jane,
I was so sad to hear about David. Dene let Meg know via Facebook and Meg let me know. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love from your old Westport friend,
Marilyn Galloway
Anne Lorusso
March 1, 2011
Dear Abigail and Randolph,
Our sincere sympathy to you both. Cherish all of your memories.
Angelo & Anne Lorusso
Patrick and Robin
March 1, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to your family. If it was not for David, Patrick and I would have never met and created Cooper. May you finally be at Peace!
March 1, 2011
Jane and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time of deep sadness. May God's love comfort you and your family now and in the days to follow.
Scott Coble & Roger Jenkins (Statesville, NC)
Kay Getsinger
March 1, 2011
Jane,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and for you at this terribly sad time.
caroline yount
March 1, 2011
dave you will always live in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Lynch
March 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your son and your brother. We are remembering you in our prayers during this time of sorrow.
Ester Defehr
March 1, 2011
Dearest, Jane , Abigail, and Michael
Dave and I are so very sorry to hear of Davids passing. May God be very close to all of you. Our arms are around you. We love you, Dave and Ester Defehr
February 28, 2011
To the family;
My deepest condolences for your loss. may the "God of all comfort" be with you and give you the "peace that excels all thought" in your time of grief. - 2 Cor 1:3,4 ; Phil 4:6,7
Johnsie Hayes
February 28, 2011
Dear Jane and family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you -- Our prayers are with you and may God comfort you and give you strength to endure this difficult journey.
Ann King
February 28, 2011
Jane, I am saddened to learn of the recent loss of your son, David. My family and I wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
February 27, 2011
Dearest Jane, Praying for you and your family with love and our deepest sympathy, Becca and Dick Johnson
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