Davis Goodman Bame

Birth date: Aug 31, 1925 Death date: Jun 24, 2016

Davis Goodman Bame, age 90, of Lewes, DE, passed away at home on Friday, June 24, 2016. He was born on August, 31, 1925, son of the late Samuel and Stella (Davis) Bame. Mr. Bame moved to Lewes in 1960 from Georgia. He became a Ba Read Obituary

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Louise (Cox) Rathfon

474w ago

Mr. Bame was my band director (as he was for many others). . . .from 4th grade thru 12th as well as a neighbor on Jefferson Avenue. I loved being in band as he was a wonderful and kind person / teacher / friend / mentor. I was in Canada when I heard the news. . .the memories came flooding back. . .all the great times in band, band trips, football games, parades and more. He was awesome when it came to Halloween and his creative decorations on his porch to welcome the 'trick or treaters'. Mrs. Bame, Paul, Bill and Carol and their families are all in my prayers. Heaven is definitely singing along to whatever tune he is playing. Thank you Mr. Bame for being my band director.

Louise (Cox) Rathfon

Susan Murabito Best

486w ago

in honor of Davis.

Mr. BAME was a true gentleman and a wonderful teacher. He was a big part in his students' lives. I feel truly blessed to have had him as my band instructor from 4th grade through junior high and high school. He touched many lives and heaven is a little more melodic today! He will be missed!

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Gary Parker

486w ago

Prayers for the family and may Mr Bame rest in peace. Such a kind soul who touched, taught and nurtured so many young and aspiring musicians. Thank you Sir for the great years of music, marching, band trips, and songs during School, and for instilling in so many a life-long love of sound. Thank you! Gary Parker

Ida Newcomer

486w ago

Davis was certainly one of the good guys and will be missed.
My condolences to the Bame family. I'll be keeping you all in my thoughts.

Kendra Blatzheim

486w ago

What a wonderful opportunity Mr. Bame gave to his students. As an adult I use to think that my music education in Lewes was lacking. However, since becoming a parent of a instrument playing child I have learned that I was wrong. The amount of time that was given to the students was a life changer! I remember going to the Summer band camp then walking to my father's place of employment. What I know now is that because of that time it allowed the Jr. high to have a matching band. My time in band gives me found memories that I wish my daughter could have. My daughter is missing a marching band experience because her teacher don't invest in their students like Mr. Bame invested in his students.
I am sorry for your loss but know that we will see him again. My Gods love keep you in comfort and remind you of the good time you had together.

Caddie Ann & "Chubby" Joseph

486w ago

Norma . We had seen you and Davis at Walgreens so we knew he was ill but holding on. We had hoped his passing wouldn't be soon, but God knew when he should come to Him.
Davis taught band to all three of our kids and we so appreciated his patience, kindness,
and perseverance to help those with some difficulty. What a blessing he was to many,
many families in the Cape District. He won't be forgotten.

I still talk about the band trips to Wilmington, NC for the Azalea Festival Parades. I was
so proud of all of the band members. Thanks to Davis.

To Carol, Paul and Bill. You all knew your Dad loved you very much and he was very proud of all of you. Continue to live your lives in his memory and most of all... Be there
for your Mom.

Caddie Ann & "Chubby" Joseph == parents of Charles (trombone- '73), Paul (trumpet-'76) and Suzanne (flute - '79).

Terry Warrington

486w ago

in honor of Davis.

Carol and Family,
I am so saddened to learn of your loss. I am thinking of you all and praying for strength in your hearts in the days ahead. Hoping that the beautiful memories help lift you up during this difficult time.

Terry (Brandner) Warrington

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John Lafferty

487w ago

in honor of Davis.

Mr. Bame was a gem, a gentleman, and a unforgettable teacher. I wasn't the best musician in his class, but he made me feel like there was always a seat for me. The fond memories I have of this amazing man and his kind family are precious to me. God bless the Bame family during their time of loss. Rest in peace, my favorite teacher.

John (Flip) Lafferty

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Weldon Hayward

487w ago

MY NAME IS WELDON HAYWARD IM A GRADUATE OF THE CAPE HENLOPEN CLASS OF 85 AND WAS ALSO A MEMBER OF THE LEWES JR. HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND WERE MR. BAME TAUGHT ME HOW TO PLAY 3 INSTRUMENTS BECAUSE HE SEEN SOMETHING IN ME THAT I DID'T. TO THE BAME FAMILY I PRAY THAT GOD WILL HEAL YOUR PAIN DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS.

SIGNED: WELDON HAYWARD

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487w ago

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