David S. Solovey

David Solomon Solovey, 86, on Thursday, February 8, 2018, of Chevy Chase, MD, David passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Loving son of the late Adelaine and Sam Solovey. Beloved husband of Traci Solovey for nearly 54 years, devoted father of Jon (Jennifer) Solovey, Stacey Solovey (Neil Bromberg) and Sam (Lori) Solovey. Also survived by his five beautiful grandchildren, Jack Barnet, Jenna Rose, Adam David, Noah Michael and David Evan. Born in Louisville, KY on August 6, 1931, his family moved to Miami, Florida when he was five. He attended Miami Beach High School and was awarded a full scholarship to University of Miami for undergraduate and law school. David joined the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals in Washington, DC where he remained for 25 years. Upon his retirement from the government, he managed his real estate holdings and in later years volunteered his time singing at local nursing homes. David's true passions in life were his family whom he loved unconditionally, singing ballads from the Big Band era and recording several volumes of his favorite songs, and painting abstract art, which he accomplished for more than a half century. His artwork appeared and sold in several local galleries and annual shows. Services will be held 12p.m. Wednesday, February 14, 2018 Washington Hebrew Congregation at 3935 Macomb Street, NW Washington DC 20016. Family will observe Shiva on February 14 beginning at 7PM at The Carleton, 4550 N. Park Ave. Chevy Chase, MD in the 1st Floor Party Room. Memorial Contributions may be made to the David S Solovey Art & Music Fund c/o Wells Fargo Advisors 7600 Wisconsin Ave Ste 900 Bethesda, MD 20814 or to the charity of your choice.

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Temple Service

FEB 14. 12:00 PM

Washington Hebrew Congregation
3935 Macomb St. NW
Washington, DC, 20016

Shiva

FEB 14 7:00 PM

Traci Solovey's Home
4550 N. Park Ave. 1st Floor Party Room
Chevy Chase, MD, 20814