David Tamez

David Tamez Celebration of Life Service will be held October 5, 2019, 1:00pm, at First Baptist Watauga Church, at 6124 Plum Street, Watauga, TX 76148, for David Tamez, age 61, one of prominent business owners of Pet Haven, Watauga, TX, since 2007. He went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2019. He was known to his customers as the Big Dog, and this was the running joke with everyone who graced Pet Haven, one of his favorite sayings was: “This is not McDonald’s or Burger King, so you Don’t Get a Break Today or You Can’t Have It Your Way, because I am the Big Dog around here.” He was born on July 4, 1958, in Missouri Valley, Iowa. His parents were Mary and Juan Tamez, both deceased. David was the oldest of six children, Lori Jean Johnson, Lisa Maria Miranda and Husband Freddy, Xavier and wife Judy, Juan and wife Terry, and Jamie and wife Robbie. He leaves behind his loving wife Lori Tamez, which he married on June 19, 2004, in Keller, TX. They were married for 15 years, and his beloved pets Thor, Ariel, Rowdy, Sparkles, Crook, Dini, Tails, and Speedy Mittens. His daughter Christian Carmichael and husband Matt, his son Michael Tamez and wife Veronica, and his grandchildren Jacob, Sarah, Isaac, and Austin. He also leaves behind, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, customers and friends who all loved him and will miss him greatly. Before purchasing Pet Haven in 2007, David served in the US Air Force, he was in the 63150 Aircraft Refueling Wing, as an Aircraft Refueling Specialist. He received AF Good Conduct Medal and AF Longevity Service Award. He worked in security for over 20 years, where he was a branch manager and site supervisor. He also, was a licensed real estate agent, and he also, worked in the oil field & did highway construction, as well as working in the food industry. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Watauga, where he served in AWANA's club and the Good News Club, spreading the word of Christ to young minds. He also, was a coach for Upward Basketball and Upward Flag Football, teaching great sportsmanship, ethics, and Christ to his young players. David was a real inspiration to everyone that he met and the young lives he helped mold. He was a caring Christian & no matter how bad he was feeling from his illness he was always upbeat, positive, and gave the glory to the Lord. He would uplift people with his positive attitude, caring ways, his funny nature, and he was always ready to listen to a person and to pray with them at any given time, but most importantly he never blamed God for his health problems and he always encouraged his staff, family, customers, and dear friends. Even though the Lord choose to take him home early, his life was a testament to God. He loved the Lord and his customers both human and four legged. He always tried to make everyone laugh and smile. He was the heartbeat of Pet Haven, will be greatly missed by all of us and your pets as well. David’s favorite bible verse was: John 11:23-25 New King James Version (NKJV) 23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” 24 Martha said to Him, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the following places: Watauga First Baptist Church Hope fund –You can give directly to his memorial fund by using the following link. https://my.simplegive.com/…/3d51e392-4ee8-49b6-b41b-a476599… North Texas SPCA https://hsnt.salsalabs.org/tribute/index.html?fbclid=IwAR30p05KbkJLhupqV5v-BSnHO8xALt4fp8f1zWRq2GJ1UJI31255KUFU_C0 Or To Texas Coalition for Animal Protection—TCAP PO BOX 77016, Ft. Worth, TX 76177, you will need to attach a note stating that it is in the memory of Dave Tamez, Pet Haven Owner Watauga, TX. Dave's final resting place will be Altus Oklahoma. His interment will be scheduled for a later date, for updates on this be sure to visit the Pethavenrx Facebook page--https://www.facebook.com/PetHavenRX/