Dave Rabon, 77, passed away on April 11, 2017. He was born on January 9, 1940. Dave graduated from FSU in 1963 and in retirement always wore an FSU baseball cap whenever he was outside as testament of his Seminole pride. He had a long and successful career with the Florida Department of Insurance serving in various capacities before retiring from state government in 2009. Not one to relax during retirement, he joined the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and spent many Saturdays performing boat inspections and educating boaters about boating safety.

Dave was married to his wife, Annette, for over 54 years. They have two daughters and two son-in-laws, Renn and Rob Vickers and Lana and Lamar Taylor, all of Tallahassee. His four grandchildren, Ansley Vickers, Jack Taylor, Olivia Vickers and Aaron Taylor, were his pride and joy. Many hours were spent with their granddad at the beach house on St. George Island, recitals and concerts, the ball field and Sunday night family dinners.

Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ruth Rabon, and his three brothers, Bob, Jim and Bill. Dave is survived by his four sisters, Marilyn, Betty Ruth, Alice and Annece and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 14, 2017 at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow at noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308, or a charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the Visiting Angels caregivers and Big Bend Hospice for all of the kindness and support provided during the last few weeks.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat from Apr. 12 to Apr. 14, 2017.

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Mary Kay Campbell

April 16, 2017

I'm so sorry I was unable to attend the service for Dave. He was one of the nicest guys on earth. I enjoyed him as my neighbor and friend. He always had a smile to give. My heart goes out to your entire family. He was a sweet soul.

Tommy Marchant

April 14, 2017

Aunt Annette, Rehn, and Lana

I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Dave's passing, he was always a very kind and even tempered person. I have great memories of him and the times I got to spend around him while I was growing up.

Greg Schmertmann

April 13, 2017

I was very saddened to hear of Dave's passing.

As a young child growing up at the time, I have many, many very fond memories of all our Schmertmann/Rabon family get togethers, dinners & pool parties in Tallahassee!

Haven't seen all of you in many years, but I want to convey my sincerest sympathy to all of you and your extended families during this difficult time.

Kathy strickland

April 13, 2017

Annette Rehn and Lana ,
I'm so sorry for your loss,he was a very special man,his family was loved by him and I know y'all have so ma y beautiful memories of him.He will always be remembered as a kind,loving,Godly,family man.
We Love you all,
Kathy & Steve Strickland
P.S. Remembering you all in prayer.

Judy Gauthier Houpt

April 13, 2017

So sorry to hear of Uncle David's passing.
He was truly a great family man.
God Bless you Aunt Annette and Family

April 13, 2017

So sorry to hear about Uncle David's passing.
He was a great family man.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Annette and Family
Judy Gauthier Houpt

Betty Ruth Rabon

April 13, 2017

Dear Annette and Family, So sorry we must bid farewell to a valued and very much loved family member. You are all in my prayers. May God Bless, and comfort you all. Love, Betty Ruth Rabon

Lynn Singleton Helton

April 12, 2017

Renn,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Hold on to those precious memories to sustain you in this difficult time. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.

Carol Douglass

April 12, 2017

Lana- I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Prayers to you and your family.

Tom Bragdon

April 12, 2017

So sorry to hear of David's passing. One of the finest men I have know.

Spend many days in our youth with David during our years growing up in Apalachicola.

Ida

April 12, 2017

Renn,

Sending prayers.

Edna Butler

April 12, 2017

When I graduated from Leon High School June 11,1976 the week later I started working at the Caldwell Bldg fron June 1976 to December 1976 and then from 1/1/77 until 12/30/79 I worked at the Ashley building with LES and from 1/1/80 until 7/31/12 I worked with Dept of Insurance I started in Risk Management 1st floor Larson and Mr. Rabon worked in the same office with us he worked in another section with Kay Brantley, Marcia Lippman, Mike Rinehart, Charlie Painter , Lloyd Harger , and the others and Mr. Rabon was such a nice man. He will be missed my condolences to the family. God Bless you all.

Edna Butler
Retired Dept of finance Services (Dept of Insurance)
Sopchoppy, Florida

April 12, 2017

I worked for the Dept of Insurance from 1980-2012 before that with Dept of Commerce June 1976-December 1976 and then Dept of Labor and Employment Security from 1977-1979 when I started with Dept of Insurance I worked in the Larson Building on the 1st floor in Risk Management and Mr. Rabon worked in the same office on the other side and he was such a true gentlemen a very nice person he will be missed. God Bless his family,

Edna Butler
Retired 7/31/2012
Dept of Financial Services ( Dept of Insurance)
Sopchoppy, Florida

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