GERCHMAN, David A.

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ - Posted: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 - David A. “Dave” Gerchman, age 51, went to be with the Lord Sept. 14, 2012 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born Sept. 16, 1960 to Katherine Twadell and Russell Gerchman in Binghamton N.Y. He relocated to southern California in the mid 70s where over time he earned his Master’s in mechanics. In 1994, he married Theresa Sease and came to Lake Havasu City in 1996. David was a local business owner, avid bowler and enthusiastic modified car racer, but he mostly enjoyed spending time with family and friends. David was known for his extreme kindness and integrity. Even if the face of adversity, David could be counted on to help anyone who crossed his path, doing the right thing was not a decision for David, but a lifestyle. Dave’s favorite quote was “Life is what you make it.” David is survived by his wife of eighteen years, Theresa Gerchman; his three children, Hope Gerchman, David Gerchman, Jr. and Chrissa Robinson; five grandchildren, Aaron Robinson, Alexander Watson, John Gerchman, Madison Gerchman-Conklin and Gabriel Gerchman, all of Lake Havasu City. He is also survived by his four siblings, Lawrence Gerchman, Laura Perkins, Frank Gerchman, of Lake Havasu City, Deanna Amador, of Binghamton, N.Y. and his parents Katherine and Dalvis Dalton, of Lake Havasu City and many more nieces, nephews, cousins and beloved friends all have a heart full of love for David, he will truly be missed. There will be no funeral service, but please feel welcome to join the family for a candle lighting and balloon release ceremony in celebration of Dave’s life on Saturday, Sept. 22, at 8 p.m. at Dave’s home on 3030 McCulloch Blvd. Everyone who would like to come is welcome to attend. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to David’s family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory