David Scott Maurer

David Scott Maurer, of Exeter, California, died on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center. After fighting a six year battle with lung cancer, David passed peacefully, surrounded by family and friends. He was 49 years old. David is survived by his wife Stefanie (Lorenzo) Maurer, his children Bryce (18) and Jake (15), his mother, Merrilyn (Maurer) Brady, and his sister, Julie (Maurer) Carlson. David was welcomed in the arms, hearts and lives of Merrilyn and Denny Maurer on April 17, 1969 and lived out his life in Exeter, California. He attended Sequoia Union Elementary, Exeter Union High School and California State University, Fresno, where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. David was a natural athlete, succeeding in each school sport he played including football, baseball and golf. His highly competitive nature carried throughout all the years of his life, turning virtually anything into a game, where he could. David and Stefanie married on June 10, 1995 and had two wonderful children together. He was a remarkable husband and father who took tremendous pride in everything his children accomplished. He was a terrific mentor and coach to both kids, who fondly remember his motto "Practice, practice, practice" and "don't take shortcuts". He was thankful to have gotten to see Bryce begin her college life at UCLA and to see Jake receive the award for Defensive Player of the Year at EUHS. His most cherished moments were spending time as a family going to the beach at Cayucos every summer and taking other fun adventures throughout the year. Fly fishing and golf were favorite hobbies that he shared with many friends. His annual fishing trips to Wyoming and golf tournaments at the Country Club, with a little extra time at the 19th hole were particularly special to him. After graduating from Fresno State, David joined his father as a third generation citrus farmer, having developed a passion for farming as a child. David expanded upon the family tradition building Denny Maurer Fruit Company into a highly respected and successful farm management business in Tulare County. While David's physical presence is no longer here, his legacy of selfless love, honesty and integrity will live on forever. The Celebration of Life Services will be held on Monday, December 17 from 10:30-11:30am at Gateway Church (1100 S. Sowell St, Visalia). In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make donations to the Ruth Wood Open Arms House. Online at www.openarmshouse.org or by mail to: Ruth Wood Open Arms House, 3234 W. Iris Ave, Visalia, CA 93277.

David Scott Maurer

April 17, 1969 - December 9, 2018