David Lee Garvey Sr., age 70, passed peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2013, in the presence of his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by his son David Garvey Jr. and daughter Lisa Garvey (and their mother Iva); sister Jan (Ron) Oatmen; nephews Tom (fiance Dana Clark), Ben, and Steve; his aunt, many cousins and dear friends. He is preceded in death by his father Homer Harrington who died while defending his country during WWII; mother Jane Garvey and adoptive father Edward Garvey. David took great joy from his varied volunteer work; especially in the area of smoking cessation. During the last 20 years of his life David was amazed to live the fulfilled promises of recovery. The service to celebrate David’s life will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park; 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. Memorial contributions in David’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.