Obituaries

David Michael Druckhammer died unexpectedly in Fremont, CA on October 7th, 2017 at the age of 76. David is survived by his wife Michele, his children Daniel of Kirkland, WA, Dennis of Rio Linda, CA, and Sharon of Tracy, CA, Anne Palmer of Sugarland TX, Steven Druckhammer of HOUSTON, TX, David is preceded in death by his parents Alvin A.and Margaret Anna Druckhammer of Houston, TX, his older brother Alvin Jr of Oklahoma City, OK., and Dianne J.Druckhammer of Fremont, CA. David Michael Druckhammer was born on March 28, 1941 in Houston, TX to Alvin and Margaret Druckhammer. After graduating high school, David enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard, where he served our country in the South Pacific and Viet Nam. He began a career in film editing working for KTVU Channel 2 in Oakland, CA for 23 years. A career change steered him to become a Master mechanic in the Biotechnology field, working for Chiron, Novartis, and Bayer in Pharmaceutical production for another 20 years. He was a caring and thoughtful individual who loved his dogs and who was passionate about hunting birds, red wines, BBQ, and collecting antiques. A Celebration of Life Memorial is scheduled for 2:00-3:00pm, Saturday October 21st, 2017 at the Niles Veterans’ Memorial Building, 37154 2nd Street, Fremont, CA, 94536. Dennis Druckhammer will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate DAVID’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The American Cancer Society (www.cancer.com). Condolences can be shared on the Tribute Wall at www.fremontchapeloftheroses.com under the Obituaries tab.The family would like to thank Pathways Hospice Care for all their excellent care and support, as well as the genuine outpouring of love and support from all our friends and family.