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In Memoriam
David Dragoman
David (Dave) Michael Dragoman was born September 24, 1945, to Muriel and Leroy Dragoman in Buena Park, CA. He married April Marie on February 7, 1981. With their combined families, Dave and April had three sons and one daughter.
Dave always did well in school, never playing hooky, and always did his homework. He was sure to remind his kids that he followed all traffic rules and laws, except that one time… Although he grew up in Southern California, he swore he walked uphill both ways in the snow to school. Dave was very genuine and honest, holding himself to the highest ethical standard and instilling that in his kids. When Dave did something, he did it 100% and those who knew him, knew his stubbornness would not allow anything less.
He loved playing and coaching baseball. In high school he wrestled. He was a wicked racquetball player and very skilled in golf.
Dave worked as an engineer with the phone company when land lines were popular. After retirement, Dave discovered his true passion in building and creating. He made beautiful stained glass and built custom golf clubs, but it was his ingenuity with woodworking that was mind blowing. Dave carved beautiful wooden bowls and vases and designed wooden puzzle boxes that only he and his grandsons know how to open. Some of his work he featured during the annual Chico Art Center’s Studio Tour. Dave donated a lot of his time to Habitat for Humanity. He would drop everything to help a friend and give you the shirt off his back.
Dave was preceded in death by his mother, father, brother, Jack, and son, Kevin. He is survived by his wife April, his three children, Brian, Daryl, and Tarina, his two grandsons, Aaron and Nathan, his brother Phil, and several nieces and nephews.
There will be a viewing from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Newton-Bracewell Chico Funeral Home. The funeral service will directly proceed the viewing at 10:00 a.m. with burial at Chico Cemetery to follow.
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this time!! I know you all have had a very tough year!! Much love from Texas, we are praying for you all.
We are very sorry for your loss. Dave was a very special person. Even towards the end he never lost his quick wit. He had a great personality. We will miss him. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Love
Tom & Jeanine
We are so sorry for your loss, Dave will be truly missed. Our love to all of you during this difficult time.
Love, The Dodge Family
So, so sorry, dear April and family. Tom and I were blessed to meet Dave and Tom loved discussing their woodworking passion. Love and hugs, April, from far away in Virginia.
Our sincere condolences to you and the family, April. Dave was such a treasure! He was so talented, clever, witty, kind, and full of stories. Most of all he loved you and the family beyond all else.
Our prayers are with you and your family, April. Dave was a good and faithful friend and will be greatly missed.
Dear April & Family, So very sorry for your loss. Although love never dies, I know you are missing Dave’s presence beside you. May the love you shared carry you forward & and remain in your heart forever. I remember his smile, his quick wit, how he cared for others, and shared his talent for woodworking.. He fought the difficult battle, and he is at rest and peaceful now. You took care of him so well. His love for you lives on as you feel his spirit around you. I wish you love and peace in the days and years ahead knowing he is still beside you in your heart forever. Wishing you much love and caring. Marcy
Dear April and family,
So sorry for your loss. May cherished memories of Dave comfort and remind you of the good qualities he shared with you in life.
Dear April and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May memories of Dave provide comfort and support to you.
His wonderful wit and kindness to all are gifts he shared with everyone. I hope you recall those qualities when you are missing him.
April and family:
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing; always remember he will be in your heart forever!
We are so sorry for your loss. Dave and my father had breakfast together every week for many years. They had many good conversations sharing their knowledge of wood working and many other subjects.
Dave will be greatly missed.
April and family, we send our sincere condolences. Dave will be missed! He was such a good friend to my dad. We’re sorry for your loss.
Lisa and Jeff Padgett