David Alan O'Bagy
August 5, 1954 - December 18, 2016
On the morning of December 18th, Dave O'Bagy suffered a sudden heart attack while hunting for the perfect elk with lifelong friends.
Dave was always larger than life, and not just in physical stature. In his own unique way, Dave touched the lives of anyone who met him with his uncanny ability to make everyone smile. His heart and his home welcomed anyone who crossed his path, and an invitation to dinner was one of his trademarks. If we are judged by how we affect others, Dave was a king amongst men – or as he was affectionately known – the king of the universe.
Dave played football at West High School and the University of Utah. His teammates remember him for his passion on and off the field, and this passion for life, love, and friends continued throughout his life. He worked multiple jobs to put himself through school, and often talked about his nights on the docks loading and unloading freight before running straight to class and practice. After graduating from the University of Utah, he began a successful career as a real estate broker. And most importantly, his work allowed him to golf every Monday and take off every hunting season. Few people can take three months of the year to do what they love most, but Dave always made sure to take the time to enjoy life and spend it with friends and family.
Dave is survived by his wife Mickey; two daughters Bailey and Brandy; his mother Barbara; brothers Paul (Carol) and Peter; and sisters Carolyn (John), Laura, Mary (Luc), and Janalee. He is preceded in death by his father Paul and brother Scott.
It was impossible to know him and not love him. Everyone who met him has their favorite Dave story, and it is through these stories that he will live on and forever be with us.
Please come share your favorite story with friends and family on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Rice Eccles Stadium, Gate C, Level 6 from 1:00 – 3:00pm.
In Loving Memory
Mickey, Bailey and Brandy?..my heart aches for you. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Dave truly was a gentle giant with an amazing heart. All of us who were fortunate enough to call Dave "friend" will treasure memories always. Jude
Jude Christensen
Salt Lake City, Ut
Mickey, so sorry to hear about your husband. Sending you warm thoughts. Lisa
Lisa Brothman
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Mickey, Bailey and Brandi, I just like everyone am in shock and deeply saddened. I am grateful that we had the opportunity recently to visit with You and Dave in Park City. It was wonderful catching up. Dave so touched everyone he befriended and made a huge impact on my life. I will always remember him. God Bless You, Bailey and Brandi
Mark Padjen
Salt Lake City, UT
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May the love and support of friends and family help ease the pain of this loss. xoxo -paula
Paula Dalby
Bountiful, UT
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and father. I loved teaching Bailey and working with Mickey in the classroom. You are a wonderful family. Linda Eddington
Linda Eddington
Bountiful, UT
Mickey, we are so sorry to hear of Dave's death. We met him only a couple of times but he certainly warmth and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.
Lori and Rob Gardner
Salt Lake City, Ut
In 1955 my parents purchased a home on Nocturne Drive. One of the homes across the street would be occupied by the O'bagy family. David would be about one year old at that time. His father Paul quickly became my idle even to the extent I was able to fly in the bomb bay of a fire fighting aircraft. From then on I wanted to become a pilot and eventually became a military pilot for twenty years. The O'bagy children and Barbara, David's mother, were wonderful people and a indelible memory of each of them still lives with me. May I say the smile on David's face indicated his potential to succeed at relating to his fellow mankind. May the Lord bless this wonderful family.
Robert Dodge
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Mickey, we were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our deepest condolences to you and the entire O'Bagy family.
Steve and Maggie Fowler
Salt Lake City, Ut
Mickey, Bailey and Bandy – I am so sad and sorry that you've lost such a wonderful, and young, husband and father. You will be in our hearts and thoughts.
Chuck Norlin
Salt Lake City, UT
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. This is a scripture that has given me comfort and I pray it gives you comfort also. Rev 21:4 says "He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more"
Mrs. Williams
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