"Lit a candle in memory of David W. Lindemann, Sr."
In loving memory of
David W. Lindemann, Sr.
August 31, 1948 - October 7, 2017
On the morning of Saturday, October 7, 2017, a good man of God awoke to begin his day as usual - doing his morning exercises in his home ofce on Gorham Glen. But something unexpected happened - God called David Lindemann to his heavenly home - a place David always knew he would go to when his earthly life was over. It is sweet to consider the loved ones who greeted him as he passed over: his own parents; his brother, Butch; and sister, Patty and his in-laws. Welcome home, David, they might have said. As word of Davids death spread among his family and friends, this thought from Pericles captured many feelings, What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others. David Lindemann wove unconditional love and service into the lives of his family and friends. He prayed without ceasing; he awoke each day to make a good difference for the Lord. And, oh, those grandchildren! How he loved them, enjoyed them and made investments of integrity and grace into each of their souls. A work colleague commented, Ive never known a ner or better man or one that I respected more. And one of his sons remarked the day after, My world feels much more empty without David Lindemann in it today. David Wayne Lindemann was born in Austin, Texas on August 31, 1948, to Edward and OTylie Lindemann, the 3rd of 7 children. David is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sharon M. Lindemann. Davids beloved children are David Wayne Lindemann, Jr, and wife Jenny of Austin; Julianna Lindemann of Austin and Abby Marie Johnson and husband, Bryan of Austin; Jeff M. Musick of Austin and Jason T. Musick and his wife Michelle of Austin. David was blessed to have 11 grandchildren: Reid, Sloan, Kirsten, Isabella, James, Katie, Madelline, William, Mia, Riley and Spencer. His siblings include Linda and Bob Schaefer of Tomball, Janice and D.A. Swope of Pugerville, Nancy and Glenn Moon of Euless, Robert Lindemann of Huntsville. He grew up in Bartlett, Texas and went on to graduate from the University of Texas with Honors. His professional life included work at the Veterans Administration from 1971 until his death. David was in the Texas National Guard and the Army reserve. His commitment to the parish of Saint Catherine of Siena, Austin, Texas was an integral part of his life. Good-bye, David. You leave us a legacy of holding dear our time remaining on earth, remembering to speak often of the love we hold for others, sharing the love that the Lord Jesus Christ freely gives to us. We will never be the same as we were before this loss but are ever so much better for having had something so great to lose. author unknown
Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 from 9:00 9:30AM at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 4800 Convict Hill Rd., Austin, TX. Rosary will follow at 9:30AM, and Mass at 10:00AM. Burial will be in Machu Cemetery, Granger, TX at 1:00PM.
Condolences may be sent to: www.harrellfuneralhomes.com.
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"Lit a candle in memory of David W. Lindemann, Sr."
"Lit a candle in memory of David W. Lindemann, Sr."
"Lit a candle in memory of David W. Lindemann, Sr."
"GOD blessed me with the great christian friendship of David Lindemann when we worked together at the VA Data Processing Center (DPC) in Austin TX. David was a religious and fun loving gentleman with a devotion to family, friends, and kindness to anyone he met. I have always cherished our religious discussions/services, softball games, work relationship, employee association events, time spent working on his house, grilling out, and many other good times. I will never forget our infamous VADPC Friday Luncheon group outings. As others can attest, David could be quite the practical joker. We used to go swimming at lunch on occasion and one day decided to have a race in the pool with the winner receiving a case of beer. David always said I created such a large wake upon entering the pool that he almost drowned. I did enjoy drinking and sharing those beers my friend. Another occasion David presented me with the nickname Disco Duck after my partner and I won a dance contest at a VADPC event that he had entered also. He always called me by that nickname afterwards. Go Rest High On That Mountain my friend and bask in GODs glory and your well deserved joyous forever in Heaven. You will be greatly missed until our heavenly reunion. James Critchley Your Friend Forever"
"David was such a good guy always smiling, with a twinkle in his eye, dependable, always ready to help in any way he could. I worked with David for 32 years at the AAC. We worked hard, but also laughed a lot. David and his compatriot, Randy Long, were legendary practical jokesters, usually playing tricks on each other. But sometimes unsuspecting and innocent bystanders were targeted, unbeknownst to the bystander. Once at the grocery checkout as I was showing my drivers license, the cashier remarked to me Nice mustache. Sure enough when I looked, a large mustache was drawn on my face on my drivers license. When I confronted David the next day he doubled over with laughter and remarked, Wondered how long it was going to take you to find out! Another time I pulled out my gym shoes to get ready for Step class and discovered that the laces in my shoes had been replaced with cut and then reknotted shoelaces, which had then been very carefully relaced in my shoes. Somehow I managed to get them tied. Next morning the original laces were sitting in the middle of my desk. When Randy and David were cornered, they protested their complete innocence and suggested I needed to take better care of my gym stuff. In the River of Life there are many pebbles and sand along the bottom. There are also large rocks which help keep the river flowing smoothly and in the right direction. When a rock is pulled away though there is a large gap left which does not get refilled. David was a Rock. He will be greatly missed. Judy Downing"
"Penny Walker (VA --1987-Present) So sorry to hear about David's passing. He was a good and kind man. When I lost my house in 2011 to the Bastrop Complex Wildfire he asked if I would accept a donation. That act of kindness touched my heart deeply. Every time I saw him in the building or walking outside, I always thought of how kind he was. I'll miss seeing him out and about at the VA, but I'll never forget Mr. Lindemann. Please accept my condolences."
"David was one of my Team Leads when I interned and later was hired at the VA. He always had good advice and jokes. In fact, I started saving for my 401K as soon as I hired on because of David. I also remember several trips that we took to DC and David watched out for me like I was his child. He was a great mentor, leader, and friend."
"I'm so sorry to hear about David. My prayers are with his family. I know he is heaven with so many of our relatives. Joanna Rychlik Ware"
"David was an amazing coworker and taught us a lot. He was of great assistance to the Financial Service Center. He will be greatly missed. We will be thinking of and praying for his family during this difficult time."
"I was saddened to hear of David"s passing. I worked with David for many years at the VADPC in Austin. My thoughts & prayers go out to the Lindemann family. May he rest in peace. Jim Klier"
"I am so saddened by this news, but I know David is in a place where he belongs. He was also my first team lead at the VA and a better person or leader could not be found. He made us all laugh with his stories of "harassing" our Division Chief and I know David and Randy Long are now plotting their next joke to play on someone. David will be missed."
"David, Was a mentor, Team Leader and a good friend. Never a day went by that he didn't have a good word and a happy smile We worked togetherfor several years through the call back days of Y2K, and FMS. He was a great leader and respected by all who knew him.God has call him and as always he responded. May God bless him and his family at this time of sorrow, Jose M. Garcia"
"After retiring from the VA, David came to work as a contractor for Systems Quality Assurance Service (SQAS). This allowed him to stay in the same building, and work on the same computer systems, but instead of the developer, he became the auditor. His system knowledge and expertise allowed him to be the best at his new job. He was able to maintain his previous work friendships as well as make new ones. David told me many times how much he enjoyed his association with SQAS and how friendly and capable he found the SQAS staff. He never met a stranger and was always ready to counsel anyone needing his wonderful words of wisdom. Even though I am retired now, I still see David at funerals or the Austin Federal Credit Union. He never changed. He was always the same giving and friendly person. He leaves a wonderful legacy of good deeds to all who knew him. Sincerely, Barbara Craven Retired SQAS Manager"
"Praying He you feel His arms wrapped around you during this difficult time - The Domann family (Tomball)"
"Prayers for the family during this difficult time. There are no words to say that could help ease the pain, but know that David is at his eternal home. He loved his family and more importantly, he loved the Lord. God bless all of you and give you peace. Sending hugs! Larry & Pat (Guthrie) Helbert"
"I've known David Lindemann for almost 16 years, my first team lead at the VA. A finer, better man does not exist, nor a man that I respect more. Rest in Peace, Ell Tee."
"Some years ago when volunteering for St. Peter Apostle Church social services, there were weeks when David would come over from the Vets Org. and give us a hand interviewing clients for assistance. David was a natural when dealing with the poor and indigent. His 1warm and caring attitude was second only to his love of God. Truly David was a good and honorable man. May he rest in peace."
"David was one of my best VA friends. We were in the same recruit class at the Austin VA Data Center where we were trained to be analysts and programmers. We became very good friends sharing many social times together with other class mates and subsequently as we began our VA career. We remained in close contact even after I left Austin to take a job with the VA in Washington DC. What a beautiful friend David was. I know his faith guided his life every day. I know his soul is at peace and the angels have welcomed him with open arms. Enjoy the softball games my friend. God took you too early. You will always be in our hearts and memory. Vidal Falcon"
"Red Bird Ln actually. If I'm not mistaken again, he built it or at least made some renovations. He was an amazing family friend."
"I will always remember the humble man who would listen to my wild ideas, then patiently explain why they wouldn't work, and then take more time to explain how they might work while not making me feel that I was young and foolish even though I was both. I learned a lot from his gentle teachings and appreciated his friendship. Mike Whittington Dept of Veterans Affairs Washington DC"
"I remember the day David brought a friend to our house to talk with me about my diagnosis of cancer. The phone rang - and the nurse told me the diagnosis had been wrong, that I did not have cancer after all. David immediately had us join hands and he prayed a lovely prayer of thanksgiving. Another time, I was in our station wagon with Marvin, David and several other guys driving home from a softball game when we passed a young woman standing by her car along a busy highway. This was in the days before cell phones so she didn't really have any way to get help. David insisted we turn around and help her, which we did. David was a blessing to all who knew him and a faithful servant to his Lord."
"David worked with my dad at the VA and I had the pleasure of growing up with his kids. Some of my fondest memories are when we went to his house on Mockingbird Ln to garden or play with some kittens. Our prayers go out to the family. So sorry for your loss. Beth Krabbenhoft Polston"
"Hi, this is Erika Hodon, Larry's wife, I'm so sorry about David, but he is now in a better place like Larry. With all my Love to all, Erika Hodon, 107 Bluebonnet Dr., Highland Village, Texas"
"Don & me connected with David, first of all, with our, and his, love for the Lord, which was his heart and a main reason for living. Then, the kidney issue, me having a transplant, and David having major issues at one point with his kidneys also. David and me then began mutual correspondence with Ronnie Knash, who was in prison at the time. We both kept in touch with Ronnie for 4 years, and frequently ck with one another to get updates on him. He cared deeply for him as he did for others, as that was just a way of life for him. We txt the day he died, still caring for the needs of others. We will miss his friendship greatly, but know he is reaping a reward for a life well spent. "Well done, good and faithful servant", we're are convinced the words he heard from our and his precious Savior. Don & Clarice Groneck"
"To a good friend and valued coworker at the Department of Veterans Affairs since 1974, I will miss you - Gene Tacchi"
"David was a dear and sweet man. He was loved by all of us and we will miss him. Thinking of the Lindemann family and praying for peace in their hearts. God Bless you David and rest in peace. Until we meet again! My Love Always, your Dallas cousin, Diane"
"From our college days together, through all those years at the VA, on the softball field, and right up until last month when we shared a meal, David has always been a dear friend. I will miss him so much. Paul Hansen"
"Since 1978 and throughout the next 35 years, I spent working at the Austin VA DPC, the Center's names changed, Directors changed, Supervisors changed and ITC programming changed. David never changed; his kindness, his good mornings and smile were always a constant at work and anywhere else I saw him. He will be missed. Felipe Escobedo, Jr."
"We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of David. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers to you (Sharon) and Lindemann Family help comfort you all. We will always remember David's big smile. We would always see him after mass and he would always give us a big smile and greet us. May his soul rest in peace. Dan & Linda Rubio"
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"Sweet Uncle David, All our hearts are hurting! While we know you are in the PRESENCE OF YOUR GOD - AND THAT BRINGS US SUCH CONSOLATION - We just can not imagine life without you! I will miss our talks about "life, faith and GRACE." I will miss your willingness to give of your heart...and your desire to keep all of us together ... by making lasting memories! I loved looking through your photo albums you would send us all...I will miss your cards...with the signature of "SUD!" I will miss your warm hugs and cheerful laugh! I will miss your hospitality...you took us all in...ALWAYS! While Earth is one "faithful servant" short - HEAVEN GAINED A PRECIOUS SON OF GOD! I can only imagine the words of your Heavenly Father as you stood before Him - "WELL DONE, GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT! WELL DONE!" I am thankful that God answered prayers that we prayed together for our loved ones...and know that I will continue to fervently pray for those needs...on your behalf! My family was truly touched by your love, JOY, gentleness and generosity! I thank you for leaving such precious memories for us all! Love, Joey (Your niece, Jolynn)"
"David was a dear cousin. Regrettably, we did not get to spend much time together due to geographical separation; however, whenever I made it to the Tallas/Manak reunion, we would spend quality time catching up. I will miss his fellowship but know he is rejoicing in a celestial Tallas/Manak reunion with all of his relatives who ascended before him. I suspect more than a few games of dominos have already been played. Until we meet again............"