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“Pervert Dave” meme: meaning, origin and common card

Pervert Dave is a meme stemming from a 2014 obituary.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Pervert Dave” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22295 of the collection, and the 151st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Pervert Dave” meme mean?

This meme expresses humor derived from unexpected linguistic coincidences. It highlights the comedic absurdity that arises when a seemingly compromising or ambiguous term appears in a serious context, such as a funeral notice. Users enjoy the stark disconnect between the gravity of death and the involuntary lightness of the nickname. It demonstrates how the internet turns mundane news into collective entertainment through sheer contrast and surprise at an unexplained reality.

Where does the “Pervert Dave” meme come from?

The phenomenon originates from a real obituary for David W. Cummings, published by the *Tampa Bay Times* on April 16, 2014. Cummings, an US Air Force veteran, had died three days earlier in Crystal River, Florida. The notice simply stated he was formerly known as "Pervert Dave" without providing context. On April 17, 2014, the Twitter account @SlowSlownes shared a photo of this article, triggering rapid virality. Media outlets like BroBible and the *Journal.ie* covered the story shortly after. Karen Baker, who wrote the notice, noted the nickname was used for forty years, possibly linked to Vietnam or biker friends, but the exact origin remains unknown.

  1. April 13, 2014Death of David W. Cummings in Crystal River, Florida.
  2. April 16, 2014Publication of the obituary mentioning the nickname in the Tampa Bay Times.
  3. April 17, 2014Viral spread of the notice photo on Twitter by @SlowSlownes.

How to use the “Pervert Dave” meme

  • Share a screenshot of an awkward notification to illustrate an unintentional misunderstanding.
  • Comment on a headline or product name that sounds strange out of context.
  • Remind readers that an innocent nickname can seem suspicious without prior explanation.

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The “Pervert Dave” card in MyMemeCards

Pervert Dave card
NumberNo. 22295
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 75
Fame59/100 · #151 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 75: 300 cards
  • Common21371%
  • Rare5418%
  • Epic3110%
  • Legendary20.7%

How to get the “Pervert Dave” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Pervert Dave comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pervert Dave meme?

It is a meme from a 2014 obituary mentioning David W. Cummings' nickname without explanation.

Pervert Dave nickname origin?

The exact origin is unknown. A friend suggests links to Vietnam or biker friends, but nothing is confirmed.

Pervert Dave true or false?

It is a real fact. The obituary exists and concerns an American veteran who died in 2014.

Who is Pervert Dave?

David W. Cummings, an US Air Force veteran whose obituary made his old nickname famous by mistake.

How do I get the Pervert Dave meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Pervert Dave” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Pervert Dave card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Pervert Dave: The Viral Obituary Nickname · Michael Freeman - Page 51 · TheJournal.ie · We lost a good one this week -- Rest in Peace 'Pervert Dave' · checked on October 17, 2026.

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