David Lee Downey
August 14, 1949 - February 8, 2017
David passed away peacefully at Sharp Memorial Hospital at the age of 67. David lived with his twin brother at the New Frontier Community in Santee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Margaret Downey. He is survived by his brothers Ernest II, Stephen and families which include 4 nephews & 2 nieces. David graduated from Pt. Loma High in 1967. After high school, David left SD for a new life in Running Springs and job at Snow Valley Ski Resort. Years later moved to Santa Cruz with partner Dani Rico to open Wympies Antiques. David worked in the hotel business which he really enjoyed. Hotels include the Hilton in Lake Arrowhead. David moved to Palm Springs and continued work at the Hyatt Regency and Melvyn's Ingleside Inn. David enjoyed gardening and Christmas was his favorite time of year. Decorating was a gift he shared with family and friends. David will be truly missed.