Of Howell, MI passed away on November 5, 2015 at the age of 78. David was born to Charles and Esther in Jackson, MI. In 1955 he married the love of his life, Eleanor in Angola, Indiana. David worked for the Ford Motor Company as a Hydraulic Mechanic retiring after many years of service. He an avid outdoorsman. David is survived by his children, Jacqueline, Connie, Sharon (David), Brian, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, siblings, Marie Beebe, William (Florence) Barnes. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Eleanor (2014) four sisters and one brother. A celebration of David’s life will be held on Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Pastor Doug Barnes officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2015 from 1:00pm-5:00pm. He will be laid to rest next to his wife at Roseland Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to: Livingston County Humane Society.