Alfonso “David” Quiroga

With a heavy heart we share the news of Alfonso David Quiroga, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, passing February 10, 2024.

Born to Jose and Elvira Quiroga May 5, 1961. David had a passion of the outdoor life, he loved sports, camping and riding his Wave Runner. David loved watching his UCLA Bruins, Los Angeles Angels and Los Angeles Lakers. He also enjoyed watching the old westerns and vintage cartoons.

He loved to ride his wave runner in the nearby lakes, and had the time of his life riding down the Colorado River. He rode a very long ride from the Colorado Belle, and ended at the AVI Resort with a big smile on his face saying “I did it”. It was one of his most memorable rides of his life.

David attended Monroe Elementary, La Cumbre Jr. High, and played football for the Bishop Diego Cardinals, where he graduated in 1980.

David loved building things. He purchased a mini bike kit and assembled it in the living room. Once completed he took it to the Santa Barbara Elks parking lot and rode it around the building a few times. To see this big kid on a mini bike, gave his friends a good laugh.

David loved being a member of the Santa Barbara Elks. He worked his way through the Chairs and became Exhaulted Ruler in 2013. He was very dedicated as a member, officer and bartender. Also part of the kitchen crew. He also took several trips camping with the Caravanners.

David is preceded in death by his father Jose Quiroga, and nephew Evaristo Jr. Duarte. He is survived by his mother Elvira Quiroga, a brother Joseph, sisters Beatrice, Olivia (Thomas), Sylvia (Miguel) and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Saturday February 24, 2:00pm at Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapel, 15 E. Sola Street. Viewing will be from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The reception following the service at the Santa Barbara Elks Lodge, 150 N Kellogg Ave, Goleta from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.