Birth date: Sep 30, 1960 Death date: Apr 22, 2018
Help us Celebrate the Joyous Life of David G. Sandoval David passed away on April 22nd, 2018 at the age of 57. He is survived by his husband of 27 years John P. Toland, his best friend Kimmer, mother Della Sandoval of Albuquerque Read Obituary
After my discharge from the Army (Vietnam) David was 15 years old and wanted to learn how to drive. I told him that I would teach him. I had just purchased a 1964 1/2 pickup truck. So, he jumped in and I drove to the Mesa. Which was a deserted area. I drove off the road, and had David take the wheel. I instructed him to get his seat belt on tight - shift into drive- step on the gas, no stopping or we may get stuck. The truck jumped around almost at times out of control. We drove for about 15-20 minuets, when we found a dirt road. Once on the dirt road he found his confidence in driving. We drove for another 15-20 minuets, then turned around. As we headed home he stopped and started a few times.
When we reached the paved road, he wanted to stop. He drove home about a mile away..
When we walked into moms house, he was so proud of his accomplishment or maybe because he was still alive.
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I am so fortunate to have known David. I enjoyed our phone conversations and being in your company. Some found memories were the tour of the NWC, you being part of Matt's Bar Mitzvah. I loved your retirement hat.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. XO Sandy
