David

Mazzei

David Mazzei, 48, of Largo, FL, passed away on November 8th, 2026.

Born on September 11, 1978, to William and Loretta Mazzei in Woodbury, N.J.

David was a beloved brother, cherished son, admired uncle, and trusted friend.

Also known as “Diamond Dave” to many friends for his talented skills as a freelance car detailer.

He made friends easily, as many were drawn to his carefree personality.

Dave had a penchant for living in the moment and enjoying life on his own terms with uncompromised authenticity. A quality that’s rare in today’s world.

As a boy, he was born in Westville, N.J., coming into our family later in our lives, he was the true baby in the family, named after King David in the Bible.

He moved to Florida in his late teens with Dad, and has been a Floridian ever since.

The words that so many friends of Dave have shared are such: “He was a sweet guy with a soft heart.”

David is predeceased by his mother Loretta Mazzei (nee Vicchiarelli) and brother Joseph Mazzei. Survived by his father William Mazzei III, sister Irene Ferry (nee Mazzei), brother Dr. William Mazzei, sister Angela Gardiner (nee Mazzei). Nephews: Jeffrey Ferry, Zachary Etchsmann, Steven Schiazza, Luke Mazzei. Nieces: Lauren Capaldi (nee Ferry), Kristen Strumlak (nee Ferry), Emma Mazzei.

Funeral services will be held on November 13th, 1:00 p.m. at Hodges Family Funeral Home Dade City, FL