David Albert Dering

David Albert Dering passed away early Tuesday morning April 28, 2015 at the young age of 90 years old. He is survived by his wife of more than 40 years, Opal C. Dering of Fallbrook; his two children, Kit and Tom; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Dave was born July 13, 1924 in Beverly Hills, Calif., the only child of Tom and Margerett Dering. He graduated from BH High School in 1941 and joined the Navy in 1942, training as a pilot until 1947, with an honorable discharge as an ensign. Dave then completed his education at L.A. City College and U.C.L.A., earning a degree in civil engineering – that would be his career choice until retirement to Fallbrook in 1985.

He did take a short career break in the late 70's to work at Mammoth Mountain as a slope groomer so he could pursue his love of snow skiing. He had the spirit of adventure and the knack of being in interesting places at special times.

Dave and Opal built a beautiful home in Fallbrook and were active in the local community. Dave volunteered at the VFW in many capacities, working in their kitchen and with the local boy scouts.

Dave loved to drive and until the last year of his life was always ready to jump into the car and go visit friends and family. He is now on yet another road and all who knew and loved him wish him a beautiful journey.

Dave will always be remembered by his family as a pillar of strength and loyalty, forever there for you – no matter what. We will all miss him so much.

A small family gathering is planned in Santa Cruz to scatter his ashes at the special place of his request.