LifeTimeline

David Williams

  • Born

    Oakland, California
    Born to Joan and Robert Lee Williams. David seen here with his little sister Sharon.
  • Grade School

    2nd grade Franklin Elementary School
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Back In The Day...

    Dave with with close family friend Ricky Nelson...
  • Middle School

    David was nicknamed "Sugar Bear" in Middle School. He learned German and was known for sharing "gum" with his classmates.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Teenage Years

    David seen here with his cousin Marla and baby sister Michelle at the family home on Fleming drive in Oakland. David went to and graduated from Fremont Sr. High, also in Oakland, CA.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • 4

    Army

    David enlisted in the army in 1974 and remained until 1977. It was peace time and he was an ammunition stock clerk.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • 2

    First Marriage

    David married Annette and from that union his first child Lynnette was born. David and Annette separated shortly after he returned from the service in 1977.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • 2

    Meeting Esterline

    David met Esterline at the Federal Building in San Francisco. He was there having lunch with a friend and Esterline was on the same elevator. Esterline asked her friend the next day if David was her husband and her friend laughed and said "No, and he asked about you to!" The rest is history. David always said that when he saw Esterline he told himself "I'm going to marry her!"
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • 4

    Dating Esterline

    San Francisco, California
    Esterline loved to dance and jog. David joined in, pretending to enjoy it as well. They both loved to go to Tahoe and travel. They loved Fisherman's Wharf and visiting with family and friends. They became the perfect pair.
  • 4

    Marrying Esterline

    South Lake Tahoe, Nevada
    David and Esterline married in South Lake Tahoe, one of their favorite locations. They were to meet at the chapel. Esterline called a cab to go to her wedding and the cab told her that there was "a crazy man hooting and hollering in the street." As they drove, the cab pointed out the man and said "look there's the guy." Esterline said "he's not crazy that's the groom!" They stopped and let David in. David was trying to catch a cab in the street and thought he would be late for his wedding.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
    Sharon Rodriguez
    From Lois Bartman:
  • David gets Esterline Pregnant

    San Francisco, California
    David gets Esterline pregnant on New Years Eve!
  • 2

    David has a son!

    San Francisco, California
    Damien David Williams is born!
  • 3

    Family Life

    San Francisco, California
    David worked nights and Esterline worked days. David took care of Damien in the mornings and always made sure he had a bottle of juice!
  • David is proud of his son

    San Francisco, California
    David kept this photo and referred to it as his "Favorite" of Damien and himself. It was taken at his favorite bar. He recalled that everybody thought Damien was the cutest thing. Look at how happy David is! (And check Damien's silver teeth, remember the bottles of juice?)
  • David Working

    San Francisco, California
    David worked 35 years for the Federal Government.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • 3

    The Suzuki!

    San Francisco, California
    The famous blue Suzuki! It was brand new when they bought it, it lasted forever, and a homeless man once made a home in it,. When Damien needed a new car because Aria was on her way, he wanted a blue Suzuki just like his parents had!
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Family Life Part II

    San Francisco, California
    David loved his mom and sisters. This was his favorite photo of them all together. They were on a trip to Savannah to visit his grandfather Paul Caldwell.
  • 2

    Camping Adventure in Yosemite National Park

  • 3

    Traveling for work

    David traveled at home and abroad for his work. He had many work friends and enjoyed his work.
  • Middle Age

    David loved watching his son play football!
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Home Owner

    David and Esterline bought their home in Elk Grove.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Family Life Part III

    David loved to spend time with his family!
  • 3

    Celebrating Family

  • Retirement

    David retired after 35 years of service. His last position was with Federal Acquisition Services of the GSA.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Family Dinner

    David and family celebrating Mother and Gary's birthday at Morton's Steakhouse.
  • Cousin's Picnic

    David enjoying time with his sisters at the Cousin's Picnic.
  • David becomes a Grandpa

    As Aria put it David was "old, old, old". David loved that! He spent time with Aria holding her, reading to her, and playing in the pool with her. He always had her favorite foods from raspberries to potstickers. AJ and David loved each other and they had a special connection.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Passed Peacfully

    Elk Grove, California
    David passed peacefully in his sleep.
    By Sharon Rodriguez
  • Commemorative Service

    Dixon, California
    Feb 3, 2020, 2:30 PM
    Sacramento Valley National Cemetery
    5801 Midway Road, Dixon, CA, USA
    Please join us in honoring David Williams' life at his final resting place. Please keep in mind that this is a military service and will conclude in a timely manner. Special instructions for attendees: you must arrive by 15 minutes prior to the ceremony (2:15 pm) and check in at the welcome center. Please wait to be escorted to the service area by VA staff. Please reserve seating for immediate family and elderly guests as it is limited.