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for David Pilla
Peg Behlmann-Belaska
September 17, 2017
Dave and I used to hang out, with Paul, in high school. Some of my fondest memories from high school involved Dave. Driving around just a bunch of nice kids looking for stuff do or going to school events. I am heartbroken to hear of his passing. He was much too young. Paul, I will keep you in my prayers especially.
Nancy Hamilton
September 14, 2017
Remembering fondly the times that Dave and I worked together at SBC--he was smart and funny. My deepest sympathy to Debbie, their children and all who loved Dave.
September 14, 2017
Sending my sympathy to the entire Pilla Family. Sorry for your loss.
Attended St. Sebastian grade school with you, and worked at AT&T, where I would run into Dave.
Nice Man, Nice Family. Thinking of you.
Pat (Russo) Torti
September 13, 2017
Debbie and Family, We just heard of Dave's untimely passing and are so sorry for your loss. We all enjoyed talking to Dave when he was visiting his mom when she was here with us. He was a great son. Please accept our deepest condolences. Love, Patty, Lynn, Shakora and your Garden Villas North Family
Elisa Fernholz
September 11, 2017
My deepest sympathies to the entire Pilla family, especially Aunt
Delores. He was taken too young and too suddently. May God bring you peace.
"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 76:23
Helen Blair-Cearlock
September 10, 2017
Debbie and Family, Sorry for your loss at this difficult time. Treasure all the wonderful memories that your family and friends had with your husband and Dad, David. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg Marino
September 10, 2017
Dave was an extraordinary and inspiring man. His service of the poor as a Vincentian was a shining example of what good Christians should do. He believed in empowering the poor. I got to know Dave when he volunteered for Vinnie's Autos, a program of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. He helped us save cars that otherwise would not have been economically-justifiable to save; these cars were provided to working families to enable them to travel to work. Dave and I became good friends. I will miss my friend more than my words can express.
Beth Robinson
September 9, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Pilla family. I will remember Dave as a gentle man who went out of his way to help me and others at AT&T.
Mary Anne Montgomery
September 8, 2017
My thoughts, prayers and sympathy to Debbie and children. It was a joy to know Dave and work with him.
Mike and Lisa Ritter
September 8, 2017
Pilla Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. No words can be said to help, but you have our prayers.
Ralph Giddens
September 7, 2017
I always enjoyed Dave's sense of humor. It was a great honor to have worked with him during our years at AT&T.
Gina Shocklee
September 7, 2017
Dave always brightened my days here at St. Rose. Always came in with that big smile and even bigger heart. You'll be missed. Enjoy your golf games in Heaven.
Kim (Cachera) Peco
September 7, 2017
Even though we didn't get to see him too often, my kids always remember and refer to Uncle Dave as the Uncle that let us walk on the ceiling. He was so tall and when my boys were little, he would hold them upside down and let their feet touch the ceiling. What sweet memories. God bless my sister, and all my nephews and niece at this difficult time. I love you all.
Sandy Tuholske
September 7, 2017
Dave was a giant. He had a sly smile and was a mastermind at getting other groups to implement his ideas. He will never be forgotten. He was surely blessed to have Debbie in his life and to have such a wonderful family. Soar high Dave.....
Marie Kerr
September 7, 2017
I remember I would bring my dog to company picnics but Dave would bring his horse!
Brad Hubbard
September 7, 2017
Dave was a special man with a special family. I'm blessed to have met and know them when I lived in St. Louis. You are all in my prayers.
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