David Briel Obituary David William Briel June 11, 1957 － March 13, 2024 Courtland － David W. Briel, 66, passed from this life on March 13, 2024 at his home in Courtland, VA after a lengthy illness. David was born June 11, 1957, in Alexandria, VA to Henry and Elsie Briel. He spent many of his summers as a kid in Montross with his beloved grandparents fishing on the Chesapeake Bay with Grandpa and cooking in the kitchen with his Grandma. He was a member of Alexandria Baseball League playing from Little League through Senior League, and graduated from TCW High (Home of the Titans) and continued his education at NVCC studying Finance. He spent most of his adult years in Warehouse Management. While not yet behind a desk, being a bonded driver allowed him to have the wind in his hair, and his cares behind him. Driving was second nature to Dave and he was like a human GPS as he could get you anywhere with only the map in his mind. His later years were spent in Senior Dispatch. David was an avid Washington Sports Fan － Nationals, Capitals, Redskins. He was a collector of unique Coca-cola memorabilia, with a love of Lighthouses, the OBX, and the Eagles in concert. He loved to grill out and also baked a great meatloaf. David is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Elsie. He is also preceded in death by his first wife Leslie. He is survived by their son Bryan, (loving daughter-in-law Erinn), (children Ian and Alanna). Also their daughter Stefanie (husband Mike), (children Jack and Delaney Jo). Dave is also survived by his wife Deborah and her daughters, Meagan (daughter Savannah) and Carley (son Oliver), brothers-in-law Bobby (Nancy) and Mike (Mary). David is survived by one brother, Dan (Jenny), nieces Emily (three great-nephews) and Alison, and numerous other nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Special mention of his brother from another mother, longtime friend, John Murnane, whom he loved dearly. Also missing him will be his four-legged buddies Rocky🐾, Crashe, and his best friend Sadie Girl. ❤️ To all the friends, young and old, who affectionately called him Slim, Dad, Mr. Dave, Pop, Davie Dad, and his most recent favorite, Pop Pop － David will be forever missed and always in our hearts. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wright Funeral Home and Crematory － Franklin on Mar. 14, 2024. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/David-Briel 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/david-briel-obituary?id=54617900 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary David W. Briel, 66, of Courtland, VA, passed away on 13 March 2024 after a lengthy illness. Born in Alexandria, VA, he worked in warehouse management and as a driver. David was an avid sports fan, collector, and loved the outdoors. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and other family members. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services No funeral or burial details were provided in the obituary. ### The Edited Obituary David Briel Obituary David William Briel 11 June 1957 - 13 March 2024 Courtland - David W. Briel, 66, passed from this life on 13 March 2024 at his home in Courtland, VA after a lengthy illness. David was born 11 June 1957, in Alexandria, VA to Henry and Elsie Briel. He spent many of his summers as a kid in Montross with his beloved grandparents fishing on the Chesapeake Bay with Grandpa and cooking in the kitchen with his Grandma. He was a member of Alexandria Baseball League playing from Little League through Senior League, and graduated from TCW High (Home of the Titans) and continued his education at NVCC studying Finance. He spent most of his adult years in Warehouse Management. While not yet behind a desk, being a bonded driver allowed him to have the wind in his hair, and his cares behind him. Driving was second nature to Dave and he was like a human GPS as he could get you anywhere with only the map in his mind. His later years were spent in Senior Dispatch. David was an avid Washington Sports Fan - Nationals, Capitals, Redskins. He was a collector of unique Coca Cola memorabilia, with a love of Lighthouses, the OBX, and the Eagles in concert. He loved to grill out and also baked a great meatloaf. David is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Elsie. He is also preceded in death by his first wife Leslie. He is survived by their son Bryan, (loving daughter in law Erinn), (children Ian and Alanna). Also their daughter Stefanie (husband Mike), (children Jack and Delaney Jo). Dave is also survived by his wife Deborah and her daughters, Meagan (daughter Savannah) and Carley (son Oliver), brothers in law Bobby (Nancy) and Mike (Mary). David is survived by one brother, Dan (Jenny), nieces Emily (three great nephews) and Alison, and numerous other nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Special mention of his brother from another mother, longtime friend, John Murnane, whom he loved dearly. Also missing him will be his four legged buddies Rocky🐾, Crashe, and his best friend Sadie Girl. ❤️ To all the friends, young and old, who affectionately called him Slim, Dad, Mr. Dave, Pop, Davie Dad, and his most recent favorite, Pop Pop - David will be forever missed and always in our hearts. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | David William Briel | |---------|-------------------------------| | Age | 66 | | Birth | 11 June 1957; Alexandria, VA | | Death | 13 March 2024; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------| | David William Briel | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | Deborah | Spouse | Unknown | | Henry Briel | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Elsie Briel | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Leslie | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Bryan | Child | Unknown | | Stefanie | Child | Unknown | | Ian | Grandchild | Unknown | | Alanna | Grandchild | Unknown | | Jack | Grandchild | Unknown | | Delaney Jo | Grandchild | Unknown | | Dan | Sibling | Unknown | | Meagan | Stepchild | Unknown | | Carley | Stepchild | Unknown | | Savannah | Step-grandchild | Unknown | | Oliver | Step-grandchild | Unknown | | John Murnane | Friend | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. David spent many summers in Montross with his grandparents. 2. He was a member of the Alexandria Baseball League, playing from Little League through Senior League. 3. He graduated from TCW High (Home of the Titans). 4. He continued his education at NVCC studying Finance. 5. David spent most of his adult years in Warehouse Management. 6. He worked as a bonded driver in his earlier career. 7. His later years were spent in Senior Dispatch. 8. David was known for his exceptional sense of direction, described as a "human GPS". 9. He was an avid Washington Sports Fan, supporting the Nationals, Capitals, and Redskins. 10. David collected unique Coca Cola memorabilia. 11. He loved lighthouses, the OBX (Outer Banks), and attending Eagles concerts. 12. He enjoyed grilling and was known for baking a great meatloaf. 13. David had three pets: Rocky, Crashe, and Sadie Girl. 14. He was affectionately known by various nicknames, including Slim, Dad, Mr. Dave, Pop, Davie Dad, and Pop Pop.