Dave Dooley Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Dave Dooley, age 66, of Rockwall, Texas passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 18, 2021. He won his battle with cancer and he is forever free from disease in his heavenly home with Jesus, who he professed as his Lord and Savior. He was born July 17, 1954, in Dallas, Texas to his parents Norman and Charlene Dillon Dooley, and lived in Rockwall since 1985. Dave was an avid outdoorsman and his love for fishing and hunting was only surpassed by the love of his life, Carol, his wife for 23 years. He greatly cherished his family and "Pawpaw" had a special relationship with each grandchild. Dave was passionate about his work as a taxidermist; he was a true artisan, but he may best be remembered as a loyal friend to everyone he met. He always saw the good in people and had a remarkable way of making everyone feel like he was their best friend. His cheerful demeanor and witty humor will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. Left to cherish Dave's memory is his devoted and loving wife, Carol Dooley of Rockwall, TX; children: Diana Dooley Santarose and husband Francis of Virginia, Brian Dooley and wife Michelle of Rockwall, TX, Dustin Cade and wife Jessie of Royce City, TX, and Ross Cade and wife Jessica of Royce City, TX; grandchildren: Haley Kate Landress, Colby Dooley, Elizabeth Dooley, Connor Cade, Logan Cade, Madison Cade, and Dublin Gibbs; great-granddaughter: Lacie Cade; and nephew: Jason McCarter and wife Victoria. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Jean. Dave will be truly missed and forever in our hearts. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 26, 2021, at Ridgeview Church, 1362 FM 552, Rockwall, TX 75087 with Pastor Larry Moyer officiating.

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Dave Dooley

July 17, 1954 - February 18, 2021