David

Antopia

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of David Antopia on July 23rd, 2021, at the age of 60 after a year and a half long battle with cancer.
David was born on March 1st, 1961 in Salinas, CA to Vincenta and Jesus Antopia. Raised in Soledad, David was a graduate of Gonzales High School, class of 1979. Fondly remembered as 'Davey' or 'Wolf', he was avidly involved in sports growing up such as baseball and wrestling and even went on to play baseball for West Valley College. He resided in Hollister, CA for the past 25+ years. He went on to work in management for several different stores for the past 35+ years, he was happy to be on his feet and helping people.
David had a memorable personality that allowed him to connect with anyone and everyone. He enjoyed watching all sports, especially the San Francisco Giants, cooking/barbecuing, listening to his favorite rock music, golfing and spending time outdoors. He will be fondly remembered for his jokes, stories, advice, and most importantly his love for his family. David had a golden heart that will be missed dearly by his family and friends who he never failed to make laugh or lend a helping hand.
David is survived by his wife of 25 years, Delia Ramirez-Antopia, adoring daughter Karisma Antopia and beloved son Jacob Antopia of Hollister, CA and granddaughter Alexis Antopia of Sacramento, CA. Siblings: Jesse (Nancy) Antopia of Soledad, Jose Luis (Stella) Antopia of Salinas, Susan (Raul) Mendez of Soledad, Veronica Adair (Tom) of Salinas, Lily (Willy) Lopez of Soledad, Jaime (Marisa Elia) Antopia of Soledad, Dianne Antopia of Salinas, Joshua (Ana) Rodriguez of Los Angeles, and Evangelina (Miguel) Ramirez of Soledad. He is also survived by his extended Ramirez family of Hollister, CA and numerous nieces and nephews included but not limited to great nieces and nephews and goddaughter.
He is predeceased by his parents Vinceta (2000) and Jesus (2017) Antopia, dearest son Aaron Antopia (2020) and brother in law Raymond Martin Galvan (2021).