David I. Walsh, III

David I. Walsh III, 41 of Worcester formerly of Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2011 in his home. David had endured 22 years of Schizophrenia with fortitude and a caring approach towards life. David is survived by his mother, Linda M. (Davis) Walsh of Worcester; two daughters, Mikalha King and Mariah King both of Worcester; a half-brother, Darin Bedard of Oklahoma City, OK and two half-sisters Stephanie Prandy of Oklahoma City, OK and Wendy Morio of Oxford; a very special cousin and best friend Jamie Liljegren, along with many very special cousins, aunts and uncles. David was born in Worcester, a son of the late, David I. Walsh, Jr. He later moved to Colorado where he graduated from Pueblo High School. David was a brown belt in Karate and an amateur pool player winning many tournaments. David will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was a man of few words, a great soul and a kind person to all people that he met and always willing to help someone less fortunate. A funeral service for David will be held on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester. Calling hours will be held on Monday, July 18, 2011 from 4-7 P.M. in the funeral home prior to the service. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to: Abby's House, 52 High Street, Worcester, MA. 01609. To sign the online guestbook, please visit mercadantefuneral.com