David E Alires

David was born March 10, 1936 to Pablo and Maria Alires in San Cristóbal New Mexico. He married his wife And best friend Marcella Alires on July 2, 1983, and still held hands and called each other babe.

He is survived by his wife Marcella, one brother Roy (Arlene), five sons of the heart, Tim Sandoval, Art Sandoval,Tony Sandoval, Lawrence Sandoval,and Daniel Sandoval. There are seven grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and with nieces and nephews from a large extended family; with a special thank you to Eric and Rudy.

He was preceded in death by 19 siblings, parents and one great granddaughter.

David leaves behind a legacy of Hardwork, kindness, compassion and his special smile and sense of humor!

We would like to send a special thanks to Caregiver Network for the love and care he got the last days of his life especially to Annelie.

Services will be held at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park on 3041 Highland Dr., Salt Lake City on February 24 at 2 PM. Streaming will be available. Visitors can call one hour prior to service. Interment immediately following the service at Wasatch Lawn.

In lieu of flowers send donations to the Alzheimer’s Association