David Rooney Obituary

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Doc,



I have known Dave Rooney since September, 1977 - first as an honorary Marquette Evans Scholar and always as a friend.



Dave had plenty of reasons to complain - about his health or his golf game - but he never chose to do so. Never condescending - treated everyone as his equal.



There will never be another Dave Rooney.

I knew Dave for over 30 years, having attended college with him. He was an honorary member of the Marquette Evans Scholars beginning in 1972, an intramural football referee beyond parallel, a true and loyal companion, and a legend in his own time. His many friends will miss him greatly.

To the family,

I want you to know that Doc played a very special part in my life and that I'm glad that we met, he was a very generious, kind and considerate person. And I know that he is looking down on all the special people in his life and will watch over them to keep them safe. He will be greatly missed.

Doc, he will be missed greatly. He was a great friend. He was always there for you. It was an honor knowing him. My heart goes out to his family.

Uncle Dave will be missed by a lot of people. He had a great family that stepped up big-time for him when he needed them most. He always had time for the kids, and that is what I will remember him most for.