Karate Dave and Vickie Smith Carr Obituary: The Bremerton, Washington community is heartbroken by the tragic and sudden loss of Karate Dave and Vickie Smith Carr , a cherished couple whose lives were tragically cut short in a motorcycle accident. Their unexpected passing has left family, friends, and countless community members grieving the loss of two extraordinary souls.
A GoFundMe fundraiser, organized by Cassie Carr, has been launched to support their families with funeral, burial, and memorial expenses during this devastating time.
Remembering Karate Dave and Vickie Smith Carr
Karate Dave and Vickie were more than just members of the community — they were icons of compassion, resilience, and unwavering friendship. Their love for each other, their family, and their faith was evident in every interaction. Together, they raised six children and played pivotal roles in the lives of many others.
David Smith, widely known as Shihan Dave, was a world-renowned martial artist and respected karate instructor with the Karate Spirit Force Karate Association. His lifelong dedication to martial arts led him to train numerous students to championship titles, including a World Pro-Am Karate Championship in 1991 and a Coca-Cola Nationals Championship in 2002, where his own student and dear friend’s son, Victor, won a world title under his mentorship.
Beyond the dojo, Dave was a proud and active member of the motorcycle community and a passionate advocate within the clean and sober recovery movement.
It was a journey he knew personally — having battled and overcome addiction more than 30 years ago. His enduring friendship with those he helped and those who helped him formed the foundation of countless life-changing bonds.
Vickie Smith Carr was equally beloved. She was known for her unwavering kindness, loyalty, and radiant compassion. Together, Dave and Vickie created a home and community filled with acceptance, encouragement, and faith. Their dedication to their church and love for the Lord guided every aspect of their lives.
As one lifelong friend beautifully shared, “Their love for our Lord and Savior was felt with every breath they took, every word they spoke, and every action they made. If you knew them, you felt their immediate, genuine love for humanity.”
Details of the Tragic Accident
On June 12, 2025, Karate Dave and Vickie were involved in a fatal motorcycle accident. The shocking news has sent waves of grief throughout the Bremerton community and beyond, particularly among the martial arts, recovery, and motorcycle riding communities that they dedicated their lives to supporting.
Fundraiser to Support Funeral and Memorial Expenses
In response to this heartbreaking loss, Cassie Carr of Bremerton, WA, organized a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral and memorial service costs. The fundraiser aims to ease the financial burden on the families and ensure Dave and Vickie are laid to rest with the dignity and peace they so richly deserve.
The fundraiser’s goals include:
- Covering funeral, burial, and memorial service expenses
- Providing financial support to the grieving families
- Honoring the legacy of Karate Dave and Vickie by celebrating their lifelong contributions to others
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How You Can Support
Community members are encouraged to support the Carr Smith families by:
- Donating to the official GoFundMe fundraiser
- Sharing the campaign link across social media and community networks
- Offering prayers, condolences, and cherished memories
- Keeping their families and loved ones in thoughts and prayers during this time of profound loss
The passing of Karate Dave and Vickie Smith Carr has left a lasting impact on all who knew them. Their compassion, wisdom, generosity, and faith touched countless lives.
From helping friends through recovery to training world champions and creating unbreakable bonds of friendship, their legacy is one of service, resilience, and unconditional love.
As a friend of over 40 years movingly shared, “They were the only people I ever confided in who didn’t turn their backs on me. They helped raise my children as I did theirs. Their character, love, and faith changed my life forever.”
Their light may be gone from this world, but the inspiration, courage, and kindness they shared will forever live on in the hearts of those they touched.
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