David (Hollywood)'s obituary
Passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Dec 30, 2017 in Santa Cruz, CA. He was 50 yrs old.
Welder by trade and began welding at 17 yrs old with his dad and the last 20 yrs been a gas pipeline welder on the road traveling across America . He loved this work and the camaraderie of his welding buddies! This is where he got his nickname "Hollywood" from his long blonde hair and sometimes was called "Fabio!"
As a young boy he raced motocross, he loved fishing, playing golf and shooting pool! He was also a very good cook and would cook for the guys on the job! Loved to play poker and sing karaoke! David had a "larger than life" personality, never met a stranger and had a big heart! He was loved by many and will be missed! Those that new him called him a "wild and crazy guy!"
Leaving his soul mate Jill Gardner and faithful dog "Molly"
Leaving his family as follows:
Mom Pam Smith of Kerrville, Tx Dad Charles Campbell of George West, Tx Stepdad Colin Smith of Kerrville, Tx Stepbrother Scott Smith of Mesa, Az. and Stepsister Michele Carter of Oswego, IL.
Sister Tracy Owen of Roland, AR. Brother Bill Clark of New Braunfels, Tx
Grandmother Vivian Davis of Kerrville, TX. Uncle Steve Davis and wife Wanda Ingram, TX . Uncle Tom Campbell and wife Annie of Stryker, OH. Cousins Nigel Campbell of Dallas, TX. Stuart Campbell and wife Christina of Beeville, TX. Melissa & Gordon Chaviers of Houston, TX. Jerry Campbell of Austin, TX. Justin Davis of Galveston, TX. Stephanie Davis of Abilene, TX. and Jason Davis of Brownsville, TX. Nephew Christopher Owen of Corpus Christi, TX.
Great nieces Aliyah Campbell, Cadence Owen, and Great nephew Cody Owen of Corpus Christi, TX.
Preceded in death by his Grandfather David Davis of Kerrville, TX. whom he was named after and he loved his PaPa dearly!
And he leaves his many friends from his motocross days and his pipeline world who miss him everyday!
On April 29,2018 will be having a celebration of life party for David at 235 Backacre Rd. Kerrville, TX 78028
All welcome to celebrate his life and share a story!
Love you! R.I.P.
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