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David Lee Cather, Sr.
August 23, 1944 ~ December 6, 2016 (age 72) 72 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Ruth McGinnis
December 12, 2016 3:08 PM
My deepest sympathy to all in the family. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. (Friend of Michelle)
Message from Texas
December 12, 2016 1:48 PM
My heart is broken to hear the passing of my dearest friend. Dave we had so many great memories of fishing and family. I wish I could have been there to say good bye to you. Raejean and the boys are in my prayers.
James "Jack" Burke
James "Jack" Burke
Message from Michael Steinbeck
December 12, 2016 8:04 AM
Rae Jean, we were so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Dave was full of life and humor; he will truly be missed. Many enjoyable thoughts of spending time with you and Dave at Alpaca Shows and Dave joking with Nathan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Rest in peace Dave.
Message from Cripple Creek Kory
December 11, 2016 12:35 PM
Rea,
Sorry I didn’t get to make it to Dave’s visitation. I had several obligations I couldn’t get out of.
However I did want to express my condolences and relate a story about Dave for everyone.
Several years ago at the second Sparta state shoot I was on a short posse. That is we had nine people on our posse. It was getting near the end of the second day and we were all spent because you never get a break on a posse of that size. Also as some of us may remember the first two years down in Sparta it was hot like over 100 F in the sun. Anyway Dave and his posse had finished up and they were walking by on their way to some much needed shade when he passed by. I think it might have been about the time I poured a bottle of water on my head and steam rolled off. He looked over and said “you guys need a little help?” At this point I was almost beyond words with fatigue. You see I was on a short posse with two new shooters and several older shooters. Tame Bill and myself were the youngest of the lot. Therefore we had been timing, picking up brass and resetting targets for two days and there just wasn’t much left and we still had two stages to go. So of course my answer was yes. Dave took the timer out of my hand and progressed to run us through the better part of two hot stages. When we finished the second stage I was finally cool enough to think straight and I tanked Dave and the other members of his posse he had dragged with him and all he had to say in response was “It really looked like you guys could use some help, and I know you would have done the same if I needed it.”
So for everyone that didn’t know Dave that was the kind of guy he was and he was a great partner to shoot with. So good luck to you Dave where ever you are.
Cripple Creek Kory
Sorry I didn’t get to make it to Dave’s visitation. I had several obligations I couldn’t get out of.
However I did want to express my condolences and relate a story about Dave for everyone.
Several years ago at the second Sparta state shoot I was on a short posse. That is we had nine people on our posse. It was getting near the end of the second day and we were all spent because you never get a break on a posse of that size. Also as some of us may remember the first two years down in Sparta it was hot like over 100 F in the sun. Anyway Dave and his posse had finished up and they were walking by on their way to some much needed shade when he passed by. I think it might have been about the time I poured a bottle of water on my head and steam rolled off. He looked over and said “you guys need a little help?” At this point I was almost beyond words with fatigue. You see I was on a short posse with two new shooters and several older shooters. Tame Bill and myself were the youngest of the lot. Therefore we had been timing, picking up brass and resetting targets for two days and there just wasn’t much left and we still had two stages to go. So of course my answer was yes. Dave took the timer out of my hand and progressed to run us through the better part of two hot stages. When we finished the second stage I was finally cool enough to think straight and I tanked Dave and the other members of his posse he had dragged with him and all he had to say in response was “It really looked like you guys could use some help, and I know you would have done the same if I needed it.”
So for everyone that didn’t know Dave that was the kind of guy he was and he was a great partner to shoot with. So good luck to you Dave where ever you are.
Cripple Creek Kory
A candle was lit by Mandy Moore Ireland and Family
on December 10, 2016 8:03 AM
Message from Jeannie Green
December 9, 2016 12:42 PM
Rea Jean, I was so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God comfort y'all as only He can at this time.
A candle was lit by Stacey Smith
on December 8, 2016 9:29 PM
A candle was lit by Lyle & Lynn Peterson
on December 8, 2016 2:11 PM
Message from Lyle & Lynn (Armageddon & Northern Star
December 8, 2016 2:10 PM
We are so very, very sorry, RaeJean for your loss. We always loved shooting with both of you and he will be greatly missed by both of us. I always knew where he was in the crowd by looking for the yellow shirt! He was one super guy to have as a friend. Thinking of you and sending prayers. Love you!
Message from Heather Houseman
December 8, 2016 9:31 AM
My sincere condolences to all of you. Dave was such a nice and caring man. He definitely loved his family!! RaeJean, Bob, Pat, and everyone else... sending you lots of hugs during this difficult time.. Miss you & love you all, and if there is anything I can help with please don't hesitate to ask. Rest in peace Dave!! <3
A candle was lit by Heather Houseman, MaKenzie, & Ryleigh
on December 8, 2016 9:27 AM
Message from Tom and Sandy Pinkel Boben Weev and Miss Weev
December 8, 2016 8:25 AM
We are so sorry for your loss. Have thought of you and Dave often and prayed for you both. Went through this with my (Sandy) mom and I know something of how hard it has been. Just think of him in a better place and being whole again in Gods embrace.
A candle was lit by Tom and sandy pinkel
on December 8, 2016 8:20 AM
Message from Bob Lampe
December 8, 2016 8:03 AM
We worked together all our working lives.
Message from Sharon (Wheeler) Turnbough
December 7, 2016 10:50 PM
Rae Jean, I was so sorry to read of Dave's passing. I have no doubt that you gave him the best of care. It's funny how something like this can take your mind back over 50 years to when we were all so young........I remember going to visit you at Black Hawk park. Oh, the things we do for love. I admired you so much for your dedication! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from 4 Eyes Phil
December 7, 2016 10:38 PM
Dave was the posse leader for my group many times at the Fall Roundup. He made that match the most enjoyable of the year. I will look forward to seeing him again in the Great Roundup in Heaven.
God Bless you Dave. You will long be remembered by your cowboy friends.
God Bless you Dave. You will long be remembered by your cowboy friends.
A candle was lit by 4 Eyes Phil (Phil Duncan)
on December 7, 2016 10:34 PM
Message from Bloomington, IL
December 7, 2016 10:19 PM
Very sorry to hear about Dave. We all shot together at the Charity shoot 5 years ago. He will be missed. Tomahawk Johnson
Message from James Quillin
December 7, 2016 9:32 PM
So sad to learn of Dave's passing. Rajean, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your's.
A candle was lit by Jim and Deb Quillin
on December 7, 2016 9:29 PM
Message from Paul Hovonick
December 7, 2016 8:31 PM
Dave was one of the greatest guys I ever had the pleasure of knowing. Dave was one of the few people who took the time to help me threw all of the nuances of Cowboy shooting when I first started. Offering advice, equipment, or a witty quip. He was always there to help the new guys, and sometimes "hassle" the more seasoned shooters. Dave also was very helpful with both of my parents when they became active in SASS. Always willing to chat or joke around, but always willing to help out anyone who needed it. Dave you will be sorely missed.
A candle was lit by Danita & steven appel
on December 7, 2016 8:05 PM
A candle was lit by Jeremy
on December 7, 2016 7:29 PM
A candle was lit by Shari coyne
on December 7, 2016 4:36 PM
A candle was lit by Nicole and Xavier and Family
on December 7, 2016 4:00 PM
A candle was lit by Shana
on December 7, 2016 3:48 PM
Message from Mindy Salsman
December 7, 2016 3:15 PM
Thoughts and prayers to RaeJean and the entire Cather family. Lots of great memories with Dave from the Charity tournaments and working at the Bait Shop when I was in High School. Rest in peace Dave, you will be missed.
A candle was lit by Mindy Salsman
on December 7, 2016 2:49 PM
