David Sabia, age 57 and a resident of Gulfport, died on Saturday, July 21, 2012, after a valiant 4 year battle with cancer.
David retired from The Dow Chemical Company in 1998 and then became a master builder and craftsman. He was admired by his family and friends for his sense of humor, honesty and generosity of spirit.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Dea Sabia and a brother, John David Sabia.
David is survived by his loving wife, Lt. Col. Donna M. Richards (USAF Retired) of Gulfport; a son and grandson, Christopher Sabia and Tanner Sabia of Eastman, GA; a brother, Dr. Daniel (Nancy) Sabia, Jr. of Columbia, SC; sisters, Diane (Jeff) Kreiner of St. Thomas, USVI; Dr. Debra (Dr. Vincent Kohler) Sabia and Doria Florence of Statesboro, GA. David is also survived by the Richards' family and their many loving friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Patrick F. Taylor Hope Lodge, 2609 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road in Gulfport, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
For more information, please call (228)539-9800.