David Chavez's Obituary
David Chavez, 79, was born to Mary and Gregory Chavez in Old Town, San Diego on July 31st, 1938. As Native San Diegan, David attended Fremont Elementary in Old Town, Roosevelt Junior High School and graduated from San Diego High School in 1957. After graduating he entered the Air Force and served as an Air Flight Mechanic until he was Honorably Discharged on July 31st, 1961.Upon his return from the military, David worked at Rohr for thirty-eight years until he retired in 2003. He was also a member of the East San Diego Masonic Lodge and the San Diego Elks Lodge #168.David was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for his family. He was also a very talented wood worker with a keen eye, crafting pieces that ultimately earned him the nick name Geppetto.He is survived by his wife, Margie, his two children, Jennifer and Gregory his two grandchildren, family and friends.
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