David Joel Bias, 76, passed away March 3, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. David was born in Pasadena, California.
David was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked for many years at Xerox in Pasadena. He most recently worked as a pest control specialist with Community Pest Control in California which his brother, Arthur Bias owned. David’s favorite holidays were any of his family members birthdays. He always went out of the way to make sure every birthday was spectacular. He wanted to remind everyone just how special they were to him. He often gave the birthday cards that played the music when you opened them, he would personally pick a song that matched the personality of the person receiving the card. David enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and watching them grow up. Although he had family members out of state, he would always be sure to call them and let them know how much he loved and appreciated them.
David had a wonderful sense of humor and could make anyone laugh, even in tough situations. More than anything else in his life, he loved the Lord, who was the center of his life. He was very patriotic and loved his country. It was very important to him to preserve the American way of life. David was a high school sports star in basketball and track at Pasadena High School.
David is survived by his children, Shaun Lavel Bias and Ashley Bias, and step son, William Smith, eight grandchildren: Audrianna Figuero, Nyla Michelle Freeman, Dvontae Dimitry, Aaliyah Figuero, Trinity Bias, Payton Woods, Paige Bias, and Damarius Roseburgh. He is also survived by his siblings: Elaine Maxine Bias-Perkins, Arthur Eugene Bias and DeWayne Michael Bias as well as many nieces and nephews.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Plennie and Verna Bell (Spears) Bias, as well as his brothers: Chester Maurice Bias and Alfred Ray Bias.