William David Altman III

With deepest sorrow, we announce that William David Altman III, age 43, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. The world will never be the same without Davy, our most beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Those who knew Davy, even just a little, have lost a shining light in their lives. As a boy, he spent his days in Boy Scouts, achieving the rank of Eagle. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cherishing the time he had with his beautiful black lab, Lucky. He often expressed being grateful for the relationships he had with his sister and brother, taking great pride in the closeness they all three shared. Dave graduated from Lafayette High School in 1996. He then acquired his Associate's degree in Criminal Justice from Thomas Nelson Community College. His pursuit of a career in law-enforcement started at age 21, with the Newport News Police Department. Dave's straightforward, plain speaking demeanor quickly earned him the respect of his peers. He retired as a Sergeant in 2018, spending his last 8 years as Commander of Homicide. He was proud to be part of an amazing brotherhood of men, they were his best friends and confidants, some dating back to his early childhood days in Boy Scouts and continuing through his time at the Newport News Police Department. Friendships were formed that turned into family, with constant unwavering support for each other. Dave is survived by his parents, Dave & Apryl Altman of Williamsburg VA; sister, Christine Altman Mardini (Mo) of Tracy, California; brother, Kevin Altman (Jena) of Williamsburg, VA; niece, Vanessa; nephews, Carter and Keller; as well as a large extended family, who loved him dearly. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Davy’s name, to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 (www.heart.org) or the MCV Foundation, 1228 East Broad St., Box 980234, Richmond, VA 23298 (www.mcvfoundation.org) in appreciation of the doctors and nurses that have cared for Davy over the past 43 years. He bravely and humbly fought the good fight, and now peacefully rests, ending this tour of duty. 10-42.