In Loving Memory

David L. Stickley

8/4/1947 — 2/14/2019

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

David Lynn Stickley, 71, Port Arthur passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 at the VA Hospital in Houston.

David was born on August 4, 1947 in Port Arthur, Texas to parents Mary Evelyn (Edmonds) and Charles Dade Stickley. He attended Port Arthur schools and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. He also attended Lamar State College in Beaumont and then graduated from Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service in Houston. He served over forty years in funeral home management in Houston, Orange and Port Arthur. David was co-owner of Nunnelly-Stanley-Stickley Funeral Home and currently David was semi-retired and was associated with Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors in Groves.

David served his country in the U. S. Army during the Viet Nam Era. David was very active in his community, an Eagle Scout, a former President of the Port Arthur Kiwanis Club and The American Cancer Society South Jefferson Unit. He was also a former board member of St. Mark's First United Methodist Church, American Red Cross Port Arthur Chapter and most recently, he was appointed to the Board of Economic Development Corporation of Port Arthur, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his infant brother, Charles Stickley and his cousin, Roger Edmonds.

David is survived by his cousins, Dianne (Bill) O'Keefe, John Norman (Janet) Reed, Carrie (Matthew) Calcaterra and children, Christina and Courtney, William Reed O'Keefe, Carl Ray Dunn, Dr. Dewey (Bobbie) Dunn, Walter (Cathy) Maple, Cathy Dunn, Charlie Dunn, Janet Keller, Edwina Ferguson and numerous other cousins.

The family would like to express a special thank you to Judge Marc (Christy) DeRouen and Rick (Tanya) Lewis for the love and care given to David.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 6 PM until 8 PM at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home. A 10:30 AM funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at the funeral home, with burial follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in David's memory.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Visitation

Monday, February 18, 2019 · 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Memorial Service

Monday, February 18, 2019 · 6:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Visitation

Tuesday, February 19, 2019 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Funeral Service

Wednesday, February 20, 2019 · 10:30 AM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Burial

Wednesday, February 20, 2019 · 11:30 AM

Greenlawn Memorial Park, 3900 Twin City Highway, Groves, 77619

In Memory

Moments to treasure

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Larry Lee Dulany February 23, 2019

Had the pleasure of working with David in the late 60s at Forest Park Funeral Home in Houston. Always professional and compasionate with the families we served.

Kevin Thompson February 21, 2019

David was a great man and very kind to myself and my whole family. He was a great funeral director, friend and a former co-worker. David will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him!!

The Dunn, Maples, Stickley Family February 21, 2019

Rick & Tanya, Marc & Christy We would like to say thank you so much from David's family for all of the love and caring you gave him. We know these past few weeks were difficult at best but you as David's Port Artuur family stepped up for him and we appreciate everything you did for him and our family. Thank you, All of David's Family

Sheri Harwood February 20, 2019

David you lived your life on your own terms, one that was to be full joy and laughter. We were separated by miles yet connected in our hearts. You were a cherished member of our family and you will be missed. Thank you for your service not only to our country but our family as well. God speed.

Carl &Quot;Carl Ray&Quot; Dunn February 20, 2019

In reading the condolences, it is amazing how cherished David was by his friends, Port Arthur and Austin family, and relatives. I fondly remember the "Library", the Almost Famous yacht, and many more. But the thing I remember and cherish most were the years I spent in Austin and seeing David on a mostly daily basis. I would stop by his condo for morning coffee and we would solve the problems of the world if we had not completed the challenge the previous evening. He was a brother, father figure, friend, and confidant. He took me under his "wings" when I was moving to a new town and made sure I acclimated to the "Austin" lifestyle. I know he was proud but maybe thought I acclimated a little too well at times :) I was humbled and proud that he asked to see me as his health challenges worsened and I will forever remember and cherish our final conversations that were truly of the David and Carl variety. R.I.P. brother David and "Thank You" for the memories. Love you brother. CR

Cathy Dunn February 19, 2019

I’m thankful for David making the effort to join Stickley/Dunn family gatherings in Louisiana for several years... I’m thankful for David’s Port Arthur family, his church family, and his mom’s side of his family- (I thought Aunt Evelyn was so beautiful and had such class). Im thankful the battle with cancer is over and that David believed in The Lord... Remembering all his friends and; family throughout this week as they celebrate his life ...

Keitha Pinnix February 19, 2019

So sad to hear about David! I have known David since the 70’s. We continued talking & running into each other thru the years. He was such a fun & giving person. He always meant a lot to me & always will. God bless his family.

Charles &Amp; Betty Dunn February 18, 2019

David will always be a hugh part of our famiy and surely missed. The many visits to Alexandria growing up together and his numerous trips to the farm in La. for family reunions are cherished memories that will be a part of our family legacy. David's time with our son Carl in Austin where he treated and loved Carl like a son will always be remembered and appreciated. Love you David ! Charlie & Betty

Christy Derouen February 18, 2019

Thank you for many fond memories. You will truly be missed by many. Love you more!

Dr. Tom Noyola February 18, 2019

It was always great running into David. He will be most dearly missed. Tom, Paul, Leo & Robert Noyola✝️

Carl Hoffman February 18, 2019

Many, many fond memories of my 8 years living in Austin. David was a part of many of them. Meetings at the "Library ", times on Tommy Steiner's boat and at the ranch as well as visits to Vermont with Henry and Karen. Rest in Eternal Peace my Friend Carl

James And Elizabeth Dunn February 18, 2019

We are so thankful for the many days spent together at the farm in Louisiana, laughing and sharing sweet memories together. We loved you and the impact you had on our family. Thank you for serving our country.

Greg And Sharla Broussard February 18, 2019

I will be forever indebted to and grateful to David for his friendship, direction and business counsel. To the Stickley family, please accept our deepest condolences and know that David will be missed very much. Fly High now David, Your Work on Earth is Completed.

Ronnie And Birdie Selk February 18, 2019

David you were a great classmate and you did everything with dignity plus respect to others. We will see you on the other side. Birdie Thompson-Selk

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