David Charles Saddlemire

David Charles Saddlemire of Apex NC, passed away on October 28, 2026 at the age of 85. David was born on June 29, 1941, in Cobleskill, NY to the late Foster and Elizabeth Saddlemire. He grew up in Warnerville, New York, where he lived until leaving for college in 1963 to attend Syracuse University. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration before continuing his education at SUNY Albany, where he received his master’s degree in Secondary Education. He went on to dedicate 36 years to teaching Social Studies at Chester Union Free School, where he made a lasting impact on the lives of countless students.

He was a man of great character, honesty, and integrity, with a genuine interest in others and a rare gift for listening that made people feel heard and valued. He shared 61 loving years of marriage with his wife, built on love, respect, and commitment. With a wonderful dry sense of humor and a zest for life, he embraced new adventures, including discovering a love for pickleball after moving to Apex. Above all, he cherished his family and time with his 11 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two half-sisters and two half-brothers.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Diane; his son, Geoffrey (Meredith); his three daughters, Carin (John); Ann-Marie (Bruce); and Aileen (Scott); and his half-sister June. He was a proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren; Matthew, Luke, Olivia, Zachary, Hunter (Charlie), Natalie, Mackenzie, Gregory, Aidan, Ethan, and Tyler; a great-grandchild CJ; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions can be donated in his name to the charity of your choice.