David Howard Neville's Obituary
David Howard Neville, 59, of Tucson, AZ, born on October 11, 1959 died by suicide after a long and painful battle with cancer on July 22, 2019 at the ASPC Wilmot/Winchester Unit.
David, who as a young man did plastering and stucco, was strong-willed and determined to live life on his terms. As a young boy, he was a Cub Scout, as a teen, he loved riding motorcycles, and as an adult, he did body building and won trophies in competitions. He was loyal to friends and family and loved telling jokes. He did not live an easy life and spent many years in prison, convicted of a non-violent drug offense. However, despite growing up with dyslexia and ADHD, he attained his GED and learned a great deal about the legal system. He bravely fought a continuous battle with throat cancer, but loved showing off his “ink” (tattoos) to pretty nurses. David was charming and had many friends like his longtime best friend Tracey Akers.
David is survived by his mother Luz (de la Garza) Neville, brother William Patrick Neville, sister Joanna (Michael) Hammond, a biological son Paul (Pam) Pajak, two biological grandchildren Ella and Maddy Pajak, niece Rachel (Greg) Miller, nephew Philip (Kassy) Neville, two great nieces, one great nephew, numerous cousins and extended family.
David was preceded in death by his father William D. Neville, sister Mary Angela Neville, and nephew Travis W. Hammond.
“When you’re feeling empty, keep me in your memory, leave out all the rest…” Leave Out All the Rest by Linkin Park.
A memorial will be held Saturday, August 24, 2019, 11:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Mortuary, 3015 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 85705. Please call 520-888-7470 for further information.
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