David Semrau, (1979 - 2011) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the memories of David's life be with us forever.

32 years old
Born on April 25, 1979
Passed away on December 16, 2011

This memorial is in the process of being created for David Christopher Semrau by his family. Just as our lives are on a daily journey, so is this memorial.

David so unexpectantly moved into another realm greater than physical life on earth. His body as we remember it is no longer with us; yet, his energy, memories, and love will be cherished forever. So if you visit David's memorial, his family hopes your life will be blessed.He blessed each of our lives.David would encourage us to "be mindful of the needs of others." We will always love him."

"In lieu of flowers, our family ask that you share your love and resources with those in need. If you feel so moved, then a donation to your favorite charity in David's honor would be very comforting. Blessings and Peace"

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December 20, 2012

David, I never knew you personally but Your grandfather Sam, talked about the Boys alot. I know you were very special to he and Miss Wilma, they loved you very much. And through your precious Mother.
But 1 day you will be reunited again, God says in His word and I believe that. I know you are missed greatly. And especially at this awesome Christmas season.

December 18, 2012

Can't believe it has been one year. Sherry and Larry, you are still in my thoughts as much today as you ever were. The years of memories with David, Nate, Parker and myself will always be good ones, David will always be missed.

December 17, 2012

Sherry and Larry
It is such a delight to see David's pictures as he got older, he was such a darling little boy, funny and all those adventures that he and Adam had were precious.

December 16, 2012

One year today,my precious son.One year of disbelief, agony, & wonder.We'll light a candle in your honor.We'll share memories,& love.We'll celebrate your life;the tenderness of your heart, the clarity of your intellect,your passion for fun & your curiosities about physical & spiritual energies of life.You're free! Thank God for the gift of our LIFE TOGETHER. You're alive in our hearts!

December 16, 2012

Missing you David. You were important to me in so many ways. May your family and friends find peace at this time.

December 16, 2012

Sherry and Larry,

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by since your David passed. May his blessed memory continue to sustain you.

Richard Gordon

December 16, 2012

I will never forget that glimmer in your eye, smirk on your face, or deep genuine laugh. Thank you for gracing my life. You always called me your angel, but the truth is all along you were mine. I love you and will see you again one day.

November 16, 2012

Will there ever be a day that I do not miss you?I doubt it. 11 months today you moved into a different time & space.I miss that you aren't here to ride with me on the Greenline. I can't believe that I'm riding...but you, my son,helped inspire me! When I ride, the breeze blows against my face & I only imagine you are flying above.Blessings my precious son.Thank you for sharing your life!

October 16, 2012

David, I felt the wind on my face as I rode my bike on the Greenline! 10 months today..your birth into a new reality for you & such a loss for our family.I thought of how much you loved jogging by the river & how alive that made you feel.I would've loved watching you jog as I rode my bike that you helped me buy! I miss you everyday! You are alive in our hearts now & forever. Precious SON!

September 18, 2012

I know this is so late; I looked for you, Larry and Sherry, and found--this. I so remember infant David, and what I learned from watching you parent your boys in those early years in Indy.
May God do what no human words can...

September 16, 2012

9 months..you have been gone from our concept of space & time. Nevertheless,Dad & I miss you! We both have shed & shared our tears this weekend for some unknown reason...How I would love to turn back time..but each day, I learn over & over that I'm not God.You are deeply missed by your family.As promised, you remain alive within our hearts & in our precious memories. Your Wings FLY!

August 16, 2012

8 months..I woke this morning & thought to myself...today is David's birthday in heaven. How I would like to see your smiling face each time I see a grey Mustang drive by...but I don't have the power to make your life's journey different. What a difficult lesson daily for me to trust the Power Greater than myself with your death...I love you & miss you..I believe your presence is HERE!

July 16, 2012

7 months....How life has changed for you & your family. I look at your pictures and your clothes..with hopes that your life would not have ended so suddenly.I scream out that Life is NOT fair..yet I know a Higher Power greater than myself is still in charge of some things beyond my control. How I wish I had done things differently..yet choose to forgive my imperfections.KNOW YOU ARE LOVED.

June 16, 2012

6 months, Dave. You're not with us in the body that we once knew. We miss you! Tonight, I'm still learning about your life. Zed&I went on the golf course & played moon putting. What a blast! Your heart touched many lives, yet you struggled so on the inside. Your family keeps you alive within our hearts daily. It's Father's Day..I know you love us all. I don't understand all of God's plan.

April 27, 2012

Just sitting here thinking of David, it was his birthday this week so I'm saying Happy Birthday David. I hope you are having a good laugh and blowing out candles, love you.

Brian

April 26, 2012

Hello Mr. and Mrs. Semrau,
Just wanted to pay my tribute to David, and let you all know that his presence is missed. Best wishes to you and your family.

April 25, 2012

Our Dearest Sherry and Larry,
I pray that today, April 25, you both will experience the increased comfort and presence of the Holy Spirit as you walk through this day - David's birthday. Papa, let the picture of them cradling their sweet grandchild be a reminder of how You cradle their hearts until Your "Kingdom calendar" reunites them with David. Love...

April 25, 2012

Dear Larry and Sherry,

i send you my prayers for the grief that will never go away when you lose a child and hope God holds you through the long night of David's absence.

April 25, 2012

I sang Happy Birthday out loud for you and with you today to David. What a happy day that he was born. Yes, gone to soon, but his years in this world were so close to the number of Christ's. David left an imprint on a lot of lives and hearts. The greatest hope we have to hold onto is that there is a lot more time with David in our futures than in our past! What reunions we will have !!!!

April 3, 2012

I knew David only a short time here at EVS, but I noticed that he paid attention to details about people. I brought my son's small Christmas trains and put them on my cube wall and David stopped, played with them a little and took the time to ask me about them. He was a talented young man...my prayers are with you. Tracy

April 1, 2012

To the Semrau family, I knew David only a short time as we worked together at EVS. He was a very talented young man who seemed to have a passion for life and love of family. My heart goes out with prayers of healing. Please know his life touched others in a beautiful way... i know he will be missed. Blessings, David B.

March 16, 2012

Today.... 3 months.... that you have not been with us in the body that we all loved. I ask you to teach us, even in your death. You are missed and will stay alive in our hearts and spirits. Your smile, your laughter, your skills and talents brightened many lives. Thank you for the precious memories that so many cherish. Much love to a wonderful son in so many ways.

February 5, 2012

David was such a nice kid. He had a good heart. Will be missed.
We will all see each other in Heaven.
Amen

January 30, 2012

Sherry,
My heart breaks for your loss. I am sending well wishes and prayers to you and your family. God has chosen to bring David home early, but he will always remain here through your love and memories. May God and your family and friends grant you the strength to carry you through such a trying time. Blessings, peace and love, Liz

January 18, 2012

To say that David will be missed is beyond an understatement. He will be forever remembered in my aching heart as the most beautiful, charismatic, and FUNNY person i know. He changed my life for the better in so many ways. He tought me so many things about caring for people and how others want to be treated. His memory will forever burn and light my heart. I love you David.

January 18, 2012

Dear Aunt Sherry and Uncle Larry, I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of David. My heart aches for your having to go through this, yall are such wonderful people and have helped so many through your work. I have very fond and fun memories of learning how to play super nintendo with him at the old house on carrollwood. I am praying for you and your family.

January 17, 2012

Dearest Sherry and Larry,
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your precious David. There is no pain greater than the passing of our children. The memorial site is beautiful, and hopefully the visits and messages here will warm your hearts and remind you of the wonderful impact David had on so many lives. May God provide strength and comfort to you.

January 12, 2012

Sorry to hear - I only worked with David a short time at AutoZone here in Memphis - but during that short time he always had a great smile and I remember he laughed a lot. Peace.

January 11, 2012

David will always have a special place in my heart. I will cherish the times we were together and never forget his charm, charismatic enthusiasm, and intelligence. As his aunt, he was more a son to me than a nephew. I look forward to seeing him again one day, but for now I know he's making Mother laugh and smile.

January 5, 2012

I remember David jumping out of a second story window once when he was running away from his older brother Josh. He was always full of life that way. Jesus knew he would raise Lazarus from the dead, yet he still wept at his tomb. So even now that we know that Jesus is making all things new, David's death brings much pain and weeping. But soon, God will end weeping. I'm Praying for you all.

January 5, 2012

David and I spent many years goofing off and playing soccer together, for Fury, SBA and even against each other in college. I will never forget the countless hours we spent juggling in his backyard. I will always love and miss David and the times we had together growing up. Enjoy the pictures from Davids younger days in the gallery, more to come.

January 4, 2012

David was a good friend since we met in middle school. I haven't been able to sleep for weeks since hearing about his passing. I miss him so badly, but will always have some fantastic memories that will last forever.

January 3, 2012

Larry and Sherry, I only met David the 1 time and I could tell then he was an awesome young man one I know you both were proud of.
You are in my prayers and know that only God and Time will heal the hurting you are feeling now.
God bless you and your family as you chose to remember the good times you had with David.

January 1, 2012

Dear Larry and Sherry,
Thad and I were very sorry to hear about David. I still remember him as a bright-eyed little boy with a sweet smile, when we visited you in Memphis 26 years ago when our oldest son, Ryan, was a baby. Thank you for the wonderful influence you have been on our family; the fruit is still bearing. God keep you all in His love & care.

January 1, 2012

So very sorry today to learn of David’s death. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you at this most difficult time of great sorrow and devastating loss. We remember first seeing David as a little tyke when we came to know you in Indianapolis. Over the years we have enjoyed hearing of David’s many accomplishments. May you experience the compassion, comfort, and love of Jesus.

January 1, 2012

He rushed through the school's hallways with a burst of energy... always going somewhere...always a twinkle in his eyes. David was a delightful little boy who adored soccer. The moment that the 5th grade classes would head out to recess, he'd be dribbling the ball from knee to knee.He is in God's arms now.So unfair because he should be in yours.May God surround you with His love & warmth.

December 30, 2011

"Dear Larry and Sherry, my heart, prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I remember you Larry as "Little Larry" when I was a young boy. My Lord has blessed me and kept me thru out the loss of those I have loved and lost. God bless you.

Rene and family,"

December 30, 2011

Sherry, Larry, Josh and Youn (Uncle Sam, too). Our faith allows us to know that David is certainly enjoying the incredible presence of our Lord. This knowledge in no way answers questions of why he was taken so young when he had so much to offer on earth. My thoughts are with you as you etch wonderful memories of him and his life in your hearts. Talitha

December 29, 2011

Mr. and Mrs. Semrau and family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I knew David as a customer and as a colleague. I will always fondly remember David and how his presence lit up the room as well as our conversations together. He will be missed.
Our Sincerest Regards, The Wen and A-Tan Family.

December 29, 2011

To David's family, I am very sorry for your loss and wish you my deepest sympathies. David will be truly missed.

December 29, 2011

I am still reeling from the news of David's passing, he was such a bright and loving person.
He had a great sense of humor, and I enjoyed talking computers with him. He was a PC guy and I am
a MAC guy, so we had a lot in common, although he was coming around a little.
Nancy and I will miss him a lot and we pray he is in a better place and working on that computer system up in heaven.

December 29, 2011

Dear Larry and Sherry,
I am so very sorry to learn about David's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. I know he was wonderful by reading other tributes. Peace be with you.

December 29, 2011

Hi Larry, Sherry and family, Your family has a special place with our family. Both David and Josh were a part of our children's lives for a period of time. Our kids looked forward to David and Josh's visit to Gigi and grandpa here in FL. We are praying for all of you. Love, Ron, Rhonda and family.

December 28, 2011

When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile. I know you have many happy memories, I was even lucky enough to share a few in the making. Remember that warm summer afternoon at the pool, David was home and tuned us into WEVL radio. The music was great. Thanks for sharing your son.
Sherry and Larry, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 28, 2011

Am so sorry about your shocking loss of David. Clearly your faith is providing solace along with the thoughts and prayers sent your way. It has been said that we live between two mysteries; David has passed into the final one. May God support and comfort you along this way.

December 28, 2011

Dearest Sherry, Larry, Josh and Youn,
Mike and I are sending up prayers of comfort and courage as you go through this agonizing, difficult time. I know that God is with you and holding you up as you go through this. The things that I most remember about David are that he had his father's quick wit and a special twinkle in his eye. He will be missed. Hugs to you all.

December 28, 2011

Larry, my prayers of peace and blessing for you and your family during this time of loss. I remember the times you encouraged me by sharing special thoughts of David and I am so thankful for those times you did. They continue to be a blessing to me. I know David was special and a blessing to you and your family. May Christ confort you during this time. In His Name.

December 28, 2011

Larry , Sherry and Josh. Change is life. Losing your son/brother is most likely the most difficult one yet. I send with this note, love and compassion. I pray that friends/family will fill your life during the periods of intense grief that sometimes overwhelm us with tremendous loss. May the sun warm you and love keep you in the bosom of life as this change unfolds. Sending a big hug too.

December 28, 2011

I met David once 15 years ago. A very handsome, charming young man. I had spoken with him by phone 6 weeks ago. He was kind, gentle, caring, compassionate and helpful, just like Sherry and Larry. My heart breaks for your loss, I pray for God's peace for your family. We love you both.You have come into our lives and literally changed the directions of our futures.God's peace be with you..

December 28, 2011

Dr. Larry,
My heart breaks for you and your family. Your son is now enjoying all the heavenly blessings the rest of us can only try to imagine. I will pray for you all and hope that the pain and sorrow eases. May you feel the loving arms of Jesus hold you and comfort you in this hard time, now and forever. Much love, Stacey

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Your family loves you today & forever! Thank you for the years we shared together!

Senior Project presentation Christian Brothers University

Soccer-early age,through high school,and college. Playing state,nationals, & Europe!

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September 23, 2012

I had a tie collection of over 500 ties, and David and I enjoyed picking one out.

He Pushed me To do my Best

January 6, 2012

During my Midterms and finals this past Semester all i wanted to do was quit, a case of the senioritis is what i told David, all he said was".....listen you are only one semester away you have done so much yes to be proud of, but you want a different career so you will study and will go take your midterm...." So no dinner dates nada for a week, "you have to study Tonia, you want to run your own Photography studio , why quit your dream?" You see I was a Navy Corpsman for 11 years and just got out last January and quit the medical field, due to my passion in Photgraphy, and thanks to David I am now 5 months away from graduating with my B.S. in Management/HR and in Manager training at my Studio where I work. Infact clients are requesting me now for on the side jobs. David Pushed me to not forget what my goals and dreams where, he always said to me.."tonia you have it all waiting for you , you just have to reach out and take it for yourself"

One of Davids favorite quotes ( which i think is so very true, because if it wasn't for my family and friends [when dealing with my PTSD from the military] sticking by my side i dont know where I'd be today, because of David pushing me towards the dream I had I am finally happy in my job, which is my photography, New York has bought my art from my website and all, Thank you baby), David's favorite quote..“I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best.”
― Marilyn MonroeHe helped me get passed my self doubt. He will always be right there by my side because his words are there still in my ear.

There were Presents for all!

December 31, 2011

Brian and I, and, Sammy our Dog, drove from California to spend Christmas in Memphis a few years ago. We normally didn't exchange gifts but David had gone shopping and bought gifts for everyone in the family and wrapped them all himself, then played Santa, which he enjoyed more than us. This was just one way he showed he was a kind and careing young man.

I loved David since the first time I saw him and he will always have a special place in my heart.

I am so glad he made the trip to Northern California to see us 2 years ago.

It was my pleasure being his aunt and I will miss him so very much.

Aunt Nancy

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