David Dudley Sargent

1944 - 2011

David Dudley Sargent obituary, 1944-2011, Swan Valley, ID

BORN

1944

DIED

2011

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Buck-Murphy Funeral Home & Cremation Services

825 E 17th Street

Idaho Falls, Idaho

David Sargent Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 5, 2011.

David Dudley Sargent, 67, died at his home in Swan Valley on September 1, 2011. David was born in Martinez, CA on May 19, 1944 to Lyle and Lola Sargent. He was raised in Swan Valley, attending Bonneville High School in Idaho Falls. David graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelors of Aeronautical Engineering in 1968. He married Linda Carole Rossi on December 21, 1968 in Willows, CA. He was an officer in the Air Force from May 3, 1968 to July 1, 1973. He toured in Cam Rahn Bay as a C-7 Caribou pilot in 1971 and Guam & Thailand as a B-52 pilot from 1972-1973. After his service with the Air Force he and his wife moved to Swan Valley where they raised their four children. During his time in Swan Valley he served on the Swan Valley City Council from 1976 to 2011. He was influential in the development of the Swan Valley Park. David was a member of the Swan Valley School Board and the American Legion for 37 years. He was a member of the National Pork Producers Council and awarded the Pork All American Award for the state of Idaho in 1984 and inducted into the Pork Hall of Fame in 1992. In 1993 he started Sargent Construction which he was the owner and operator until his passing. David had a strong faith and was active in the Catholic Church.
David's greatest achievements were watching his children grow and mature into fine adults. He loved his grandchildren dearly and they always put a smile on his face. He had a love for his work and said, "Why should I retire when I love the work I do?" The family would like to give a special thanks to the people of Swan Valley for all the love they have shown to him and a special thanks to Pastor Laura of the Chapel in the Valley for the support she has given to him and his family.
David is survived by his wife Linda of Swan Valley, Children: David "Todd" of Boise; Jason (Stephanie) of Orem, UT; Katherine of Salt Lake City, UT; and Amanda of Twin Falls; Grandchildren: Tahlia Evans, Canyon Sargent, and Leighkin Sargent, mother Lola Sargent of Swan Valley, siblings: Susan Sargent of Swan Valley; Randy Sargent of Rigby, nephew Devin (Kaylynn) Sargent of Ammon. David was preceded in death by his father Lyle Sargent.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at Christ The King Catholic Church, corner of 17th and Woodruff, Idaho Falls, with Father Raul Covarrubias, celebrant. Burial will be at Swan Valley Cemetery. A Rosary for family and friends will be held Tuesday from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a viewing from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Buck-Miller-Hann Funeral Home, 825 E. 17th Street, Idaho Falls.
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August 29, 2020

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Linda Merrill

Can’t believe it has been 9 years since David’s passing. The sign by the park showing his name and honoring him brings back all of our wonderful memories of him. He made Lynn so happy to get the “doodas” the pigs left after eating to be scattered on our field. Couldn’t get a better fertilizer. We think of him often. Love to you Linda and to your great family. Love to you from the “Merrill’s”

November 20, 2011

Harmon & Sandy (Griffel) Pfisterer

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 13, 2011

Jennifer Stanger

Jason,
I was sorry to read about your dad passing. Your family is in my thoughts.

Jennifer Stanger

September 7, 2011

Linda Merrill

We so loved David and the person he was to those around him. He always had a smile for us and our kids. We feel your loss and so do our children. We all loved him dearly. The Lynn Merrill Family.

September 6, 2011

Steve & Ruth Weeks

Linda and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Dave. We are thinking of you and send our love.

September 5, 2011

Ruth Prasun

I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. It is never easy to let got of those we love. I am so glad that my family had the blessing of knowing him. He was a kind and gentle man. I wish that Swan Valley was closer so we could have spent more time with your family over the years. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you this week.

September 5, 2011

Andrea (Haas) Siepert

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

September 5, 2011

"I'm saddened to hear about Dave . . . may the peace of God comfort your family during this time of need. You're in my thoughts and prayers." Jan Hovis (Coach Hovis to Katie and Mandy).

September 5, 2011

Bryan Pace

Dave will be missed by all who knew him. I haven't seem in many years, probably from a High School reunion, but his picture tells of the person he was and will be as he meets our maker. my prayers are with him and his family .

September 4, 2011

Emily Pieschl

I was sorry to learn
of your loss ,
And I Wanted to express
My deepest sympathies.
Not one of us
Knows where our road
Will lead us or where
Our road ends.
But in times of
Sorrow, we receive
Comfort from our friends.
Dave you were an amazing person and you will be greatly missed...please say hello to my Arthur and give him a good belly rub for me. Rest in peace. your family is in my thoughts

September 4, 2011

Please accept our most sincere sympathies. Or prayers and thoughts are with you. Dave was a good friend and we had some great times growing up together.
I will always remember him as one of the most courteous persons I know.

May the Lord's blessings be with you.

Boyd Wiese

September 4, 2011

denise haas

My prayers are with your whole family..

September 4, 2011

Denise haas

So sorry for your loss. Wish I could be there. He will be in my prayers and thoughts.

September 4, 2011

Cheryl Pace Seyfert

So sorry to hear of David's passing. David was in our 1962 high school graduating class and I have very fond memories of him. He was always so happy and fun to be with. He always had a smile on his face. I also attended Utah State University with him and saw him from time to time. My sincere sympathy to his entire family. I know he has passed on his love of life to everyone he touched. May his family be blessed.

September 4, 2011

Jill Saunders

David, Please give Arthur a hug for me. It was a pleasure & gift to know you & I will carry your lessons and faith with me for the rest of my life. I pray you have peace and solace. My prayers and blessings are with your family.

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