Memorial Service will be held on:
Friday, March 14, 2014 2:00pm
Mount Vernon Memorial Park
8201 Greenback Lane
Fair Oaks, California 95628
Floral arrangements have been made in accordance with David's wishes. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent via paypal to a charity meaningful to David.
Pasitos de Luz provides vital services to disabled children and their families living in and near Puerto Vallarta. www.pasitosdeluz.org
Or to the SPCA of Puerto Vallarta www.spcapv.com
Or to the SMUIN Ballet charity www.smuinballet.org
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, David Sissom, 60, born on December 4, 1953 and passed away on March 8, 2014. We will remember him forever.
Tributes
Leave a tributeHis presence is always felt in my daily life.
-Dan Jansen, AIA
HKS Architects
Dallas
I really enjoyed Dave, and felt we had a special genuine relationship.
He taught me a lot and we enjoyed some truly fun evenings together.
To say he was the optimal professional is an understatement But, what I enjoyed about him most was how he could engage with anyone.
When we would go to dinner he would start up conversations with random people. Often, that would ultimately lead to sharing dinner and cocktails with strangers. Seemed to always be an adventure when mingling with Dave, which made me look forward to the dinner appointments with him on the road.
-Shane Geringer
It’s so difficult to find the words. There is no way to mitigate the pain that David’s loved ones are feeling. My hope is that while you are grieving, you’ll be able to include plenty of laughter and smiles as you remember the wonderful times you have had with such a fantastic person. I was lucky to have known him. He will be missed.
My love to Alicia, Sandy and all of David’s family and friends.
Sincerely,
Mark
David was blessed with a great family. I know he was very proud of you and loved you all so very much. Be Blessed with only good memories within your precious hearts. Love you.
I knew David only professsionally, but enjoyed working with him very much and will miss the depth of knowledge and professional approach he brought to helping us build a very complex project. David will be missed.
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Jeffrey Warren,
Doha, Qatar
Dear Sandy, how sad that we have lost David.He will remain in my memory as one of the original and special ones here at Avenue One. He was my friend, not just not another resident. After all these years, I will miss him a lot. In addition to my reflections of him are my thoughts for you. Let me know if I can do anything to help. Love, Sam
Dave will be missed.
I have a fond memory of the twinkle in Dave's eye when he added Tabasco sauce to his meal.
Dave was a true professional and a gentleman!
Bob Cronk
Select Hinges
Dave inspired me personally and professionally from the first time we met, over a decade ago. His unwavering positive attitude towards all situations, including his final battle, make him one of the most impactful people in my life and the lives of many, many others. The fantastic times we spent in Europe, Mexico and countless cities across the US are among the best I've ever had. Even though he is no longer physically with us, he will always be with me.
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Eric Van de Bovenkamp,
Guilford, Connecticut
This life is only a lesson, in a long series of lessons we must all pass through. From my point of view, it seems Dave got straight A's in this lesson. Way to go brother! See you on the other side. Love all around.
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Rhett Butler,
New York, New York
The first time I met Dave, and each subsequent time I saw him, I knew he was truly one-of-a-kind. Wickedly smart and funny; warm and engaging; a truly exceptional person. I will always remember his infectious laugh.
My deepest condolences to Sandy, Scott and the entire family. May peace be with each of you in this difficult time.
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Bringing Happiness to Others
Dave was a gentle person with a big heart. He had a remarkable knowledge in almost any subject that I could venture and he loved technology. He enjoyed the good things in life and helped others to enjoy them too. He was a wonderful father to his children and helped them all to overcome their individual challenges with love and patience. He had a zest for life that brought him closer to those that he met sharing these rare gifts which I will always appreciate.
Dave as Chef and Bon Vivant
Dave's ability to come up with a witty comment on any topic was legendary . . .
For example, if you mentioened Giada DeLaurentis from the Food Network (for good or ill), Dave once said:
"She didn't cook that food. You know that she didn't cook that food. She nevver cooked food in her life . . . "
Knowing Dave was a prviiledge. Glad that he got the boat
Grateful we met when we did…
I don't know where to begin. My deepest sympathies to Sandy, all of Dave's relatives and other friends. Dave was one of a kind and an amazing kind at that. Lucas and I were lucky enough to share many great times with Dave and Sandy and were hoping for a lot more. We met in Puerto Vallarta because fortunately they lived upstairs from John & Wendy. After that first meeting we always looked forward to spending time together both in Mexico and in the US. We all had a lot in common and that took us on many adventures; we enjoyed trying new restaurants and imbibing on delicious cocktails, boating, hanging out, and all the while laughing a LOT. I can't say enough good things about the man. He seemed to be perpetually happy and full of life and joy. I/we will miss him tremendously and want Sandy to know that we are always here for you, whatever you may need. Love always, Sheryl & Lucas