David R. Comstock
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David Comstock
60 a resident of Fayetteville, passed away February 1, 2013 after a courageous battle with ALS. He was born July 9, 1952 at Tulsa, OK the son of Roy and Doris Cannady Comstock. He was preceded in death by his father Roy, and his step-father, Don Owings.
David served in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer from 1972-1975 and was stationed in Japan during part of his service. He was an officer with the Tulsa Police Department from 1976 until 1982, when he joined the United States Marshal's Service where he honorably served until his retirement in 2009. During his 27 years with the Marshal's Service, he earned the Firearms Distinguished Expert award in marksmanship and was an armorer and firearms instructor; was awarded the U.S. Dept of Justice Volunteer Service Award; served in the protection of United States Supreme Court Justices Blackmon, Ginsburg and Thomas; responded to the Oklahoma City bombing, Terror Stop in New York City and Hurricane Katrina.
David joined the Boy Scouts of America when he was 9, earning the rank of Eagle Scout at16. He was a Cub Master and Scout Master, established Law Enforcement Explorer Post 72 and Venture Crew 72 in Washington County, and was awarded the William H. Spurgeon III Exploring Award, the District Award of Merit, and the Silver Beaver Award by the WestArk Council. In 1996 he established Venture Weekend on Ropes at Camp Orr on the Buffalo River which he led until 2012, teaching thousands of adults and youth rock climbing and rappelling. David was a search and rescue volunteer in Washington County from 1996 until 2012, serving as team leader for more than 15 years. He was FEMA certified, was an instructor for the National Association for Search and Rescue and was recognized as Instructor of the Year in 2004; he was also an instructor for the National Cave Rescue Commission, teaching cave rescue throughout the United States. He loved history, the wilderness and his family.
David will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Christy and step-son Ezra Smith of Fayetteville; two sons, Scott Comstock of Bentonville and Brian Comstock and wife Nicole and beloved granddaughter Olivia Kate of Prairie Grove; daughter Kayla Hogue of Miami, Oklahoma; his mother, Doris Owings and sister, Becky Peak of Tulsa, Oklahoma; his brother, Tim Comstock and wife, Meg of Garland, Texas; in-laws Lewis and Carol Ferguson of Witcherville, Arkansas, and a host of sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in David's honor to The Buffalo River Foundation, P.O. Box 55, Ponca, Arkansas 72670.
60 a resident of Fayetteville, passed away February 1, 2013 after a courageous battle with ALS. He was born July 9, 1952 at Tulsa, OK the son of Roy and Doris Cannady Comstock. He was preceded in death by his father Roy, and his step-father, Don Owings.
David served in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer from 1972-1975 and was stationed in Japan during part of his service. He was an officer with the Tulsa Police Department from 1976 until 1982, when he joined the United States Marshal's Service where he honorably served until his retirement in 2009. During his 27 years with the Marshal's Service, he earned the Firearms Distinguished Expert award in marksmanship and was an armorer and firearms instructor; was awarded the U.S. Dept of Justice Volunteer Service Award; served in the protection of United States Supreme Court Justices Blackmon, Ginsburg and Thomas; responded to the Oklahoma City bombing, Terror Stop in New York City and Hurricane Katrina.
David joined the Boy Scouts of America when he was 9, earning the rank of Eagle Scout at16. He was a Cub Master and Scout Master, established Law Enforcement Explorer Post 72 and Venture Crew 72 in Washington County, and was awarded the William H. Spurgeon III Exploring Award, the District Award of Merit, and the Silver Beaver Award by the WestArk Council. In 1996 he established Venture Weekend on Ropes at Camp Orr on the Buffalo River which he led until 2012, teaching thousands of adults and youth rock climbing and rappelling. David was a search and rescue volunteer in Washington County from 1996 until 2012, serving as team leader for more than 15 years. He was FEMA certified, was an instructor for the National Association for Search and Rescue and was recognized as Instructor of the Year in 2004; he was also an instructor for the National Cave Rescue Commission, teaching cave rescue throughout the United States. He loved history, the wilderness and his family.
David will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Christy and step-son Ezra Smith of Fayetteville; two sons, Scott Comstock of Bentonville and Brian Comstock and wife Nicole and beloved granddaughter Olivia Kate of Prairie Grove; daughter Kayla Hogue of Miami, Oklahoma; his mother, Doris Owings and sister, Becky Peak of Tulsa, Oklahoma; his brother, Tim Comstock and wife, Meg of Garland, Texas; in-laws Lewis and Carol Ferguson of Witcherville, Arkansas, and a host of sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in David's honor to The Buffalo River Foundation, P.O. Box 55, Ponca, Arkansas 72670.
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Jul 9, 1952
Feb 1, 2013
60
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Tributes
David trained so many of us to rescue others, his legacy will continue to save lives long after we're all gone - the seed has grown and blossomed. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him.
Kathy Nunez - SAR Responder
David, you were my hero. I trusted my life in your hands many times. Because of your teachings I am more confident in my abilities as a SAR member and am now going to strive to be more active and learn all I can. We will miss you greatly David.
Becky Patlan-Garcia - SAR member
David was one of the most selfless and giving people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He gave of himself everywhere he went and he will be dearly missed. He leaves an impressive legacy of SAR responders, scouts, leaders, and friends. We are all better people for having known him.
Katie Rogers - SAR Responder
Our family will be forever grateful to David for the invaluable role he played in bringing our daughter, Haley, home in May 2001. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family. Once in a while, there is an unselfish, determined and kind-hearted person in this life. David was such a person.
Steve Zega - Friend
Norhing I could say here could express the amount of respect I have for David. We met as a part of SAR, but I truely got to know him while working with him on the Lewis & Clark Adventure race. We couldn't have pulled that race off without his technical support. I also had the pleasure of attending weekend on rope as his medical support. I was in awe of his knowledge of ropes and safety. I will miss you David. I'm grateful for your friendship. RIP, my friend.
Bailey Kelly - Friend
David was such a force within Weekend on Rope. It was a joy to work with him! I climbed and/or rappelled with him many times and learned something new every time. His influence changed my life. He will be so missed!
Kate Coleman - Scouting friend
Dave was an asset to law enforcement and SAR. We had many fine adventures together. I counted Dave as a friend. God bless the family.
Guy Howe - friend
David was president of Search and Rescue when I joined in 2009; he was a great teacher and a great leader; one who lead by example. He also took the time to share in the accomplishments of the team members by making a point to congratulate and commend us- whether it be for a successful training session or for achieving a Search and Rescue certification. David set the tone for the team- as a member I felt valued and encouraged to learn from him and the other members, and also to help teach new members and share my own thoughts and experiences. David you will be truly missed but your legacy will live on forever.
Meghan Gallo - SAR Member
Dear Doris,
We are so sadden by the news of David's passing. We know he was a wonderful person and son and will be sorely missed. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
The Staff of BrookStone Assisted Living
BrookStone Assisted Living - friend
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Dave. He will truly be missed by all whose lives he touched.
Randy & Linda Bradley - Friend of Brian's
So sad to hear this. I met David through his Venture Weekend on Ropes program where I trained to be a climbing instructor. I will always be impressed with his knowledge and ability to share it with others. My prayers for him and his family.
WayneFugere - Scouter
Dave will be remembered as a man intent on making a difference in the lives of those around him. I had Dave as a student and even as he neared retirement, his zeal for learning was always apparent. I have no doubt he will be missed by family and friends. Dave, RIP until we meet on the trail again.
Steve Graves - Former Co-Worker
Every time we rig up, I can still hear David's booming voice in the first class I took from him, "And when you kill little Johnny, we will testify that we didn't instruct you in that manner!" He commanded everyones attention and was a giant among men. He signed off on my last re-certification and I've always felt it was a privilege to know him. May you take comfort in knowing that he is in peace and his life lives on thru the many people that he touched and trained.
Barry Bray - Climbing Instructor
Hard to imagine that Dave will not be with us on our next major SAR mission, but no doubt his spirit will be present. In addition to is excellent law enforcement career, he began his passion for SAR in 1992 with the Benton County Unit and eventually dedicating 20 years of volunteer service to the growing SAR community in Arkansas and elsewhere. You get one shot at this life and only a few folks really find a meaningful purpose - Dave did just that! Christy and Family.....as you can see your Husband, your Dad, your Grandpa, your Brother and your Son "made a difference" not only with many of us, but also the lost subjects and others in peril he assisted. Obviously he must of had a much more personal and inspirational purpose in your lives. We pray that you are receiving support within your family and friends, and hopefully finding words of comfort from our Lord and Savior.
Mark Clippinger - SAR Friend and Colleague...
Christy and family. Dave's loss has had an impact on us all. I am unable to attend the service because I will be out of state. I have fond memories of one day Dave and I were out searching for a fugitive and he drove off the road. I chastised him in loud, profane language. We both were unhurt and laughed. Years later, on the firearms range Dave, the rangemaster, came to me and chastised me for a stance he had not seen in twenty years. He demonstrated the proper stance and we laughed. He made me a better shooter, better person. He made all of us better, more caring people whether it was law enforcement or search and rescue. We will all miss him, and it was my privilege to have been associated with him. God bless.
Richard O'Connell - Friend and co-worker
Funeral Service
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel.
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Jul 9, 1952
Feb 1, 2013
60
Documents