The Reverend Ted E. David, age 69, passed away June 23, 2017 at the Medical College of Virginia following a long illness. As an ordained elder of the United Methodist Church, Ted served as pastor of United Methodist Churches across the Virginia Conference prior to his retirement three years ago as senior pastor of Virginia Beach United Methodist Church.

Ted was born in Petersburg, Virginia and was preceded in death by his parents Wade and Mary David. Following graduation from Hermitage High School in 1966, Ted received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Richmond in 1970. He was later awarded a Master of Arts degree in 1972 from the Presbyterian School of Christian Education followed by a Master of Divinity degree from Union Theological Seminary in 1973.

Throughout his long and distinguished career as a Methodist pastor, Ted was loved by congregations especially for his warmth, humility, and special interest in children's ministry. His colleagues and friends knew him as a person always ready to lend a supportive and encouraging hand. He also touched the lives of many who were unconnected to the church but in need of spiritual support and guidance. After retirement, he was regularly asked to minister to individuals needing a pastor to officiate at the funeral of a loved one. Those families were touched by the depth of his caring words and often later referred to him as their pastor.

Ted is survived by his wife Paula; his son Scott; his daughter Karey ; and granddaughter Margot Brundage David. He is also survived by his sister Robin Smith (Robert); brother Larry David and a host of nieces and nephews.

A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held on Thursday June 29, 2017 at 11 am at Virginia Beach United Methodist Church located at 19th and Pacific. Following the service, a reception will be held in the church fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Samaritan House which serves homeless families and victims of domestic violence. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Rd Chapel is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com.