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Dorotha Faye COX DAVID

Gracelawn Cemetery
Crawford County,
Arkansas

Edward Blackwell David
October 4, 1926 - February 28, 2008

Dorotha Faye Cox David
August 28, 1928 - may 4, 2020

*Obituary
Edward Blackwell David, 81, of Van Buren died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008, at a local hospital.

He was owner of Score Exploration Corp., member of Heritage United Methodist Church and a Navy veteran of World War II, serving on the USS Charles Ausburne. He was past president of the USS Charles Ausburne Reunion Group.

He is survived by his wife, Dorotha; five daughters, Dayna David of Van Buren, Delynn Boal of West DesMoine, Texas, Barbara Rizzo and Becky Perry, both of Houston, and Cindy Stone of Sugarland, Texas; a son, James David of New Braunfels, Texas; several grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Funeral was March 4 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren with burial at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren.

Pallbearers were Chris and Billy David, Greg Rizzo, Greg and Mitchell Boal.

*Obituary
Dorotha Faye Cox David of Van Buren passed away on Monday, May 4th after a lengthy illness. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother (“Dotma”) and sister.

Dorotha was the second child of Vera and Rad Cox, born August 28, 1928 in Sadler, TX. Her brothers were John Ross and Brady. She attended grade school in Whitesboro and Gainesville, Texas and graduated from Gainesville High School where her favorite subject was English. She continued her education at the University of North Texas (Mean Green) in Denton, Texas and graduated, in 3 years, with a degree in business. Upon graduation, she joined the office at Standard Oil in Gainesville, Texas. A few months later, Edward Blackwell David, “the most handsome man in the world”, walked in and the rest was history. Dorotha and Edward owned and operated their own oil and gas exploration company in Casper, Wyoming for many years.

Dorotha was referred to as a “precious lady” and that fit her to a tee. She was sweet, kind, and loved nothing more than being with her family. She was very expressive, funny and tender hearted. With her red hair and silly side, she would sometimes remind people of “I Love Lucy”. Conversation was the highlight of her day - just like her daddy, she loved to talk with people. Never afraid to try different things, she was always up for a new adventure. We will always remember her saying “Let’s go” with a happy smile and enthusiasm. At age 80, she was running down the streets of Paris, France at 11:30 at night in search of a certain handbag while those younger than her lagged behind. At 81, she went exploring through a cavern in Texas, and the same day rode on a zip line. A lover of ice skating, dancing, old movies, music, and fashion, she took pride in always looking and feeling her best every day. She was an adventurous soul who always sought the most out of life.

Dorotha was happy for what she had and happy for what others had. She believed in always taking the high road and having strong moral values. With a sweet twinkle in her eye, you could see how much she loved you. She always knew just the right thing to say and gave the best advice. Family meant everything to her and she was the best mother you could ask for.

Dorotha and Ed lived a full life in Texas, New Mexico and Wyoming before finally retiring to Arkansas. Dorotha was a proud member of the social sorority Beta Sigma Phi and even received her 60 year pin. A lifelong Methodist, she was a member of Heritage Methodist Church in Van Buren.

But no matter what, Dorotha’s heart and love were always with her Texas.Tender hearted but strong, Dorotha Faye Cox David was a fighter to the very end.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Edward B. David after 54 years of marriage.

She is survived by two daughters, Dayna David of Van Buren, AR and DeLynn Boal of West Des Moines, IA; grandson, Chris David of Arlington, VA; granddaughter Kayla Boal of Kansas City, MO; grandson Mitch Boal of New York, NY; granddaughter Kelsey Boal of West Des Moines, IA; step-daughter, Barbara Rizzo (Greg) of Houston, TX; and her brother Brady Cox of Dallas, TX.

Funeral services will be 10AM, Friday, May 8, 2020 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren with burial to follow at Gracelawn Cemetery under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren.

Photo courtesy of Frances Allen Titsworth

Contributed on 6/26/22 by Billsully060
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Submitted: 6/26/22 • Approved: 7/15/22 • Last Updated: 7/18/22 • R1437924-G1437922-S3

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