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David William Ray Oates

October 11, 1952 ~ March 23, 2016 (age 63) 63 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Carol Ann Flannery on April 3, 2016 3:09 PM
Message from Ray Parchelo
March 30, 2016 5:29 PM

So sad to hear this news. Dave was many things for me - friend, crusty observer of life and podcasting mentor. Condolences to Debbie, Susan and the whole family. The world is quieter and less musical without Dave. The "Greatest Music" has lost a passionate voice.
Message from Chapeski Family
March 29, 2016 10:28 AM

So sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, grandfather and brother. I just found out this morning of Dave's passing or would have definitely gone to see you all. Please do not hesitate in contacting one of us if there is anything that we can do for you. All are in our thoughts and prayers!
Shirley Hickey, Tim, Janet and Anne Chapeski
Message from Sonya and Edward van Beek
March 28, 2016 7:44 PM

Thinking of each and everyone of you the many days and nights spent together I was always treated like family. Remember all the good times and hugs for you all
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A candle was lit by sonya and edward van Beek on March 28, 2016 7:41 PM
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A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was sent on March 28, 2016

With our deepest sympathy from Claude and Gloria-Ann Fawcett.

Message from Gloria-Ann
March 28, 2016 5:23 AM

Our deepest condolences from Claude and Gloria-Ann Fawcett.
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A SOFT AND SWEET MEMORIES    STANDING SPRAY was sent on March 27, 2016

In Loving Memory from Wife Deborah and children Thomas, Susan and Patty (Keith)

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A GARDEN PATH was ordered on March 26, 2016

Message from Bill & Mona McCrea
March 25, 2016 9:36 AM

To Debbie & family our deepest sympathy for your loss. Dave was a wonderful person, hard working, honest, caring and most of all a true friend. I shall always treasure my time working with Dave as well as the visits when you were in the area. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
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A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was sent by Bill & Mona McCrea on March 25, 2016

Message from EVE YANTHA
March 25, 2016 9:22 AM

Sincerest sympathy to the Oates family in the passing of David.
May he rest in peace.
Sincerely, on behalf of the Goshen neighbors.
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