David E. Picciandra

David E. Picciandra, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday February 4, 2026.

David was born on September 28, 1950, in Austin, Texas. He attended St. Ignatius Elementary School and Junior High and graduated from Austin High School in 1968.

At the age of 17, David joined the United States Marine Corps and proudly served in Vietnam. He later continued his military career with the U.S. Army, serving during Desert Storm, and retired in 2010 with the rank of Sergeant Major (SGM).

David was preceded in death by his parents, Remolo and Jesse Picciandra; his brothers, Paul Picciandra and Joseph Picciandra; and his sisters, Deborah Picciandra and Angela Picciandra Lee.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy A. Picciandra of Waco, Texas; his children, John D. Picciandra of McGregor, Texas, and Heather P. Picciandra of Waco, Texas; and his brothers, Michael, John, and Charles Picciandra of Austin, TX. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s honor to Fuzzy Friends Rescue in Waco, Texas. https://fuzzyfriendsrescue.com/donate/

Davids family would like to invite you to leave a message or memory in his online “Memorial Guestbook” at www.WHBfamily.com.