Published in The Advocate and NOLA.com
DAVID E. MAURER
July 29, 1956-May 4, 2020
I finally made it to the obituaries, my favorite part of the day. Every morning, before putting my teeth in, I’d flip open the paper and go straight to the obits—undoubtedly my most exciting read of the day. I never cared for the run-of-the-mill obits. If I were boring, this is what mine would say: “He came into the world on July 29, 1956 and passed peacefully on May 4, 2020. He was a beloved son, husband, father, and professor. He is survived by his parents, Emile and Josie; sister, Lisa; brother, Christopher; Joann, his wife of 41 years; Danielle, his daughter and pride and joy; daughter-in-spirit, Breea; and many friends. Predeceased by his loving grandparents, godparents, and great-aunts.”
Surviving me isn’t easy. If you had the pleasure of knowing me, you’d know that I was the biggest pain in the ass in the world. I prided myself in it. I think I’ve read every book on the planet and watched every episode of The Walking Dead religiously. I took great joy in collecting thousands of CDs to rotate the same ten over and over again on full volume so the neighbors could enjoy it, too.
For now, you can find me in mismatched pajamas, shuffling down the aisles of a Borders Bookstore in the sky. Baba Booey.
David Maurer was one of many who suffer from addiction every day. Despite a battle for sobriety and a loving family, there are some illnesses that cannot be overcome. That being said, through his trauma, he could always put a smile on someone’s face. He will be missed dearly and remembered fondly by all.
Memorial services will be held at St. Dominic Church on Friday, May 29 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the David E. Maurer Scholarship Fund at UNO.