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David Edward Oliveira
April 29, 1988 Aug. 5, 2013
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David Oliveira, 25, of Turlock, passed away as a result of a work accident on August 5, 2013. He was born April 29, 1988 in Watsonville, CA; the son of Mary Oliveira of Turlock and Manuel Oliveira of Hilmar. He attended Hilmar High School, graduating in 2006. In April of 2013 David graduated from Northwest Lineman College in Boise, Idaho, where upon completion he earned a position as an Aerial Lineman with Haverfield Aviation.  David is survived by both his parents, Mary and Manuel; his sister Stacy Oliveira of Turlock, CA and his brother Michael Oliveira of Phoenix, AZ. He also leaves his maternal grandmother Maria Avila, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  David enjoyed wakeboarding in the summers, riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, motocross, and spending time with friends. He will be remembered by all as an outstanding person; always there to offer support, a helping hand and always ready to have a great time.  David touched the lives of many with his beautiful smile and kind heart.  For those who were lucky enough to have known David, he will never be forgotten. Services; Visitation; 2:00 to 5:00 PM, Friday, August 16, 2013 at  Whitehurst, Norton & Dias Funeral Chapel, 286 W. Main St., Turlock, CA. Vigil & Rosary; 8:00 PM, Friday, August 16, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1200 Lyons Ave., Turlock, CA. Funeral Mass; 1:30 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic, Church of Turlock, CA. David’s final resting place will be at Lakewood Memorial Park, 900 Santa Fe Ave., Hughson, California.  Arrangements are under the direction of: Whitehurst, Norton & Dias Funeral Service of Turlock (209) 634-4904. www.whitehurstnortondiasfunerals.com