The most incredible man we were blessed to know passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2006. David Giles van Noy was born on September 19, 1942 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father Giles Lee van Noy and his mother Annie Inez Doherty. Dave leaves behind a legacy of love including his wife of 43 years Carolyn Dykes van Noy, his five children Sharmayne, Laura, David Roy, Collette, Celeste and their spouses Shelby, David Allen, Tanya, Aaron, and Danny. His prize possessions included his 15 “grandruggies” Landon, Jerimy, Ross, Timothy, Cara, Annalee, Tori, Donny, Christian, Elisha, Abigail, Kelley, Hailey, Makenna, and Presley. He leaves behind his four siblings Steve Wayne, Marian, Marvin, and Paul. Dave was a passionate father, Paw-Paw, and friend. He began his professional career as an agent with Farmers Insurance in 1974, quickly promoting to District Manager. He will be greatly missed and is greatly loved. Please join us in celebrating Dave’s life by visiting our memorial at www.mem.com. Through the personal guest book on this site, we invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with our family. Visitation will be Wednesday, September 27, 2006 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be at The PromiseLand Church, 1504 E. 51st, Austin at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2006. Burial will follow at Berry’s Creek Cemetery.