Dave started his career with Los Angeles County Fire Department in September 1994. His 18 years of accomplishments took him from Firefighter to Engineer and up to Fire Captain. Dave was a loving and amazing husband with a great sense of humor. He also reveled in restoring his 69 Roadrunner, loved fast cars, dirt bikes, and traveling. Dave died after suffering a medical emergency while on duty on April 3, 2012 and his last selfless act was to be an organ donor.