David C. Markham

He was preceded in death by his son-in-law Steve Lovley.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Dorothea; his children David Carl Jr. Sherie Markham, Pamela Jose Ortiz, Lorrie Lovley, Donald Angela Markham; 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Dave retired from CSX Rail Road after 42 years of service. Funeral services will be held Friday 11am at the Cook Memorial Chapel east building, 4235 Prairie St. SW. The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm at the Cook Funeral Home, Grandville west building.

The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookfuneralservices.com.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Visitation July 09, 2009 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Cook Funeral & Cremation Services - Grandville Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619

Funeral Service July 10, 2009 11:00 AM Cook Memorial Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619

Interment Rosedale Memorial Park 0-50 Lake Michigan Drive NW Grand Rapids, MI (616) 453-2411

Funeral Home Service Cook Funeral & Cremation Services - Grandville Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619