David George O'Haver
September 2, 1946 ~ July 29, 2024
David George O’Haver, 77, of Martinsville, passed away at home on July 29, 2024. He was born in Marion County on September 2, 1946, to the late Thomas and Marian (Johnson) O’Haver. David graduated from Marion High School in 1964.
He spent most of his life as a self-employed carpenter. David used his carpentry skills and creativity to build log homes and birdhouses in his free time. He was always tinkering and building things around the house.
David had an admiration for classic cars, owning several including a 427 Corvette. He also had a passion for music. David spent several years traveling across the country playing the jazz organ for E Band. Most recently, David and his wife, Karen, ran Sweet Smoothie Café in Martinsville where he enjoyed making his Dandelion Tea. Above all, David loved praising the Lord and reading the Bible.
David leaves behind a loving family including his wife, Karen (Davis) O’Haver, whom he married on April 9th, 2010; son, Marcus O’Haver (husband, Mark Branch); brother, Tom O’Haver (wife, Elaine); sisters, Susan O’Haver Young (husband, Stan) and Nancy Borsay; stepson, Damon Ferguson; stepdaughter, Haley Ferguson; along with several extended family members.
David’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Memorial Service will be held Monday, August 5, 2024, in All Saints Episcopal Church, 1559 Central Avenue, Indianapolis. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by the service at 11 a.m. Inurnment will follow the service in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or sign the online guest registry.
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So sorry for your loss Karen and family. Dave was a devout Follower of Jesus, a Kingdom Builder, worshipper, and an all around, genuine guy! He will be missed.
I enjoyed worshiping with Dave on our instruments. God give you peace Karen. I miss him.
Was very grateful to Dave when he led worship at New Community. So sorry for your loss Karen
What a mighty man of God. Awaking the dawn was so amazing. Glad i got to be a part of my life. My life will never be the same again.
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My buddy ole Dave O as i called him. Haven’t seen you in a few years but talked on the phone some. We had some good times together when you lived in Brown County, playing music, working on projects, hanging out sharing the goodness of God. You use to have a favorite chicken you use to carry around. I will never forget your smile, you always had a smile and heart full of praise.
My heart is a bit heavy now, but My friend, we’ll all meet in heaven one day, and what a time we’ll all have then. I’m a blessed person having known you.
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Dave was a very special kind of friend to me and he was a dear brother in Christ. I cherish the many times I was in prayer meetings with him and others. I will forever remember the times he would call and ask if I would blow the Shofar with him and our other brother Jeff over our city of Martinsville and praying for God’s intervention. These are precious memories that are recorded before the throne of God and live on in my heart. I love you dear brother. And I Miss you.
One day I will see you again in heaven and we will reminisce of the precious times we had in Christ Jesus❤️🙂
Karen. It truly grieved my heart that you have lost Dave. I have precious memories of you both together, especially at the Smoothie shop.
May the God of all comfort hold you close. I love you dear sister❤️
We were sorry to learn of the passing of Dave O’Haver. Stan will always remember the band and the good times serving our Lord. Dave touched many lives including ours with his music. Dolores and Stan Whelchel