Taft – David “Bee” H. Sandoval passed away peacefully December 25, 2024 with his family at his side. He was 63.

Bee was born March 16, 1961 in Sinton, Texas to Victoria (Huitron) and Antonio L. Sandoval. Bee was a loving kind man, who had a smile that would light up the room.  He dedicated 27 years to Central Freight Lines as a freight truck driver.  Alongside his father Antonio, he helped run Sandoval Wrecker Service, a family-owned business. Bee showed his children the definition of hard work. He enjoyed his time watching the Dallas Cowboys, his favorite line after a loss, “The Cowboys did it again, they messed up!” Bee’s family was his pride and joy.  He enjoyed spending time with them, making sure everyone was happy. Bee enjoyed BBQing briskets and listening to music. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend.  He was a faithful fighter throughout his life, even in his last days he remained strong. Bee knew he was on his way to spend eternity with his loved ones in Heaven. He leaves behind countless memories to cherish and will be dearly missed by all he leaves behind.

Bee is now rejoicing in Heaven with his parents: Antonio and Victoria Sandoval; brothers: Joe Sandoval, Israel Sandoval and Carlos Sandoval; sons-in-law: Leo Guajardo, Adam Uvalle and Mario Limon; nephew: Isarael Sandoval; paternal grandparents: Bonifacio and Jesusa Sandoval; maternal grandparents: Sixto and Albina Huitron; mother-in-law: Angelina Guerrero; sister-in-law: Cynthia M. Soliz.

Survivors include his loving wife of 43 years: JoAnn Sandoval; children: Ashley Sandoval (Marcus), David A. Sandoval (Lupita), Amber Guajardo; children he raised with love: Frankie Sandoval, Christopher Dobens (Shannon), Mari Reyes (Ben), Ana Lisa Hills and Danielle Rodriguez; 15 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brother: Daniel Sandoval; sister: Susie Maldonado (Raul); in laws: Gilberto and Flora Gonzales; father-in-law: Adolfo Guerrero.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 2, 2025, 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel, Sinton. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be the same evening, 7:00 PM at the funeral home. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, January 3, 2025, 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Church, Taft. Burial will follow, 11:00 AM, Lamas Memorial Park, Taft.

Guestbook available online at resthavenfunerals.com

Arrangements and care entrusted to Resthaven Funeral Home, Sinton.