Joseph Benjamin “Ben” David IV, 52, living life as a loving husband to Claire, devoted father to Hunter and passionately engaged in the lives of many, suddenly passed away on February 5, 2020 from a heart attack. Always the life of the party, Ben’s contagious energy, sense of humor and perseverance touched the lives of many, both young and old. No challenge was too big!
Born in New Orleans, Ben was proud to become a Texas transplant after marrying Mary Claire Francis, an Austin native, in 1997. Even as an Ole Miss graduate (’93), Ben and Hunter spent their sports-fan time together enthusiastically supporting the New Orleans Saints, LSU Tigers and Texas Longhorns. Consistent with Ben’s love of sports and supporting youth participation, Ben dedicated much of his time and resources contributing to various Lakeway community teams.
Ben is the cherished son of Evelyn “Lynn” Dicharry, New Orleans, and the late Joseph B. David III. Devoted stepson of Dr. Carl Dicharry (deceased). Loving brother of Duane, Daniel with his wife Jeanne and Chris with his wife Leslie, their son Justin (nephew) and their daughter Katie (niece), stepsister Nanette Dicharry with her husband Scott Woodward and stepsister Denise Bellenger with her husband Scott.
Services will be held at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 5455 Bee Cave Road, Austin, Texas on Friday, February 14 at 11 am, followed by a reception on the Church property. Burial will be private.
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