He was a  man of God and I will never forget his large presence and gentle kindness.
We were.fortunate to be able to call him a friend.

Dave was a longtime friend of mine. I ran in to him a little over two years ago at a local grocery store just before I moved out of state. As always he was the same friendly gentle soul he has always been. Rest in peace my friend. I’ll always continue to have a place in my heart for you. 

Frank Schmid

My career at Covina PD ran almost parallel with Dave's time as a Chaplain there. Dave will always be special to me, and while there were a number of times I benefitted from Dave's awesome nature and presence in my life, none was more important and significant than when I lost my father on Christmas Day 2013. My mom and me didn't quite know how to best honor my father, but we knew we wanted to do something, and Dave was the person who guided us and led his memorial service. He also answered the call for me many times in the field, responding to provide comfort to families in need of his services. Having moved out of state, I'm saddened I didn't have the opportunity to say goodbye before Dave passed. To Dave's family and friends I say simply, thank you for sharing Dave with me and my Covina PD partners. His friendship and partnership are truly missed... Trevor Gaumer

Dave was so much more than a Chaplain.  He was a friend, a confidant, a man of honor.  He came every Sunday to sit with my husband Scott even though he knew Scott would never be able to respond to him.  He read to him and gave comfort to my family.  He was a constant reminder of God's love.  I know in my heart that he and Scott are sharing stories and sitting quietly....reading.   God be with you both.  You are missed and loved.

How do I pick one memory when I have known Dave literally my entire life? Looking back I was so blessed to grow up with family friends like the Truaxs. Sharing holidays and birthdays and huge marks in my life with them. I have to share the last impactful memory I have of Dave, and that was my wedding. It was such an honor to be married by Dave and have him and Mary join us for the celebration. And Dave dressing up as Dwight from The Office to go with our theme is evidence that Dave is literally the coolest. I am so grateful to have the memories of Dave Truax in my life, and he will be incredibly miss. Thank you for literally everything you did. We love you. From your friend, Mary Fred.

Celebration of Life

Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park

David Truax

immediate need

Death has occurred or is near

plan ahead

Pre-plan a funeral or cremation

Plan a Funeral or Cremation Default Desktop

Find Obituaries and Services

sympathy and etiquette

grief library

celebrations of life

What to Say When Someone Dies

Show Your Support

Sympathy and Grief

obituary

services

memories

Obit Detail

In the care of

share to facebook

share by email

share link

Share Obituary

ideas and resources

Sympathy and Grief Mobile

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

David Truax

12 octobre 1956 – 15 juillet 2024

Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park

Montrez votre soutien

Envoyez Vos
Condoléances

Partager
L'avis De Décès

Obtenir les mises à jour

Prestations de Service

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

David Truax

12 octobre 1956 – 15 juillet 2024

Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park

Montrez votre soutien

Envoyez VosCondoléances

PartagerL'avis De Décès

Obtenir les mises à jour

Prestations de Service

Envoyez Vos
Condoléances

Partager
L'avis De Décès