STRONG, David E., 60, of Dayton passed away Tuesday October 23, 2007 at The VA Hospice. He is survived by his brother Bob (Ann) Strong; daughter Heather Shultz; very close friends Paul Anderson, Jennifer Bloom-Long, and Vanessa Jackson-Flanagan; and countless other friends. David was a veteran in the U.S. Navy with service in Vietnam War. He was a longtime volunteer at the VA Hospice. The family and friends would like to give a special thanks to the VA Hospice. A graveside service will be held at 3:00PM, Thursday, October 25, 2007 at Dayton National Cemetery, 4100 W. Third St. Family will receive friends from 12:00-2:00PM Thursday, October 25, 2007 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to VA Hospice. To send a special message to the family please visit www.NewcomerFamily.com.