David W. Lair

September 22, 1958 - February 16, 2022

David W. Lair, 63, of Orlando, passed away of natural causes peacefully at home on February 16, 2022. He was born on September 22, 1958, in Watervleit, New York, to the late Colonel Donald E. Lair and Shirley Buchanan Lair. David graduated from Winter Park High School and served honorably in the United States Army. After returning home to Orlando, he founded the Goldsmith Jewelry Shoppe and proudly provided world-class customer service for more than 40 years. David is survived by his devoted wife, Rita Hamoui Lair, three children, David B. Lair (Martha and their sons, Aiden, Kai, Niko), Jennifer Lair Cappabianca (Peter and their sons, JoJo, Josh, Jayden, Jaxson), and Jonathan Lair; two stepsons, Johnny and Danny Awad; sister Debra White (Craig and their children, Parker and Caity); nephew Don Lair (Mindy and their sons, Wesley and Ben), and countless friends. A man of strong faith with a hearty laugh and a bigger than life personality, David was loved and admired by all who had the good fortune to know him. He was happiest when he was with his beloved Rita and surrounded by family. David loved the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman who delighted being out in a boat or standing in a stream fishing with his family and friends. He enjoyed hunting and passionately pursued many other hobbies, including video gaming, scuba diving, and real estate investing. A Visitation for David will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 22, with the Funeral Mass following at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Father Charlie Mitchell at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Parish, 861 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs, Florida. A brief graveside service will follow at Queen of Angels Cemetery, 1901 Queen of Angels Drive in Winter Park. The family of David W. Lair invites you to leave a message of condolence on the Tribute Wall created in his loving memory.