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Farmington/formerly of Egypt, NY and Dallas, TX : Friday, August 8, 2008 at age 82. Predeceased by his former wife, Bette Earl Ranney; sister, Hope E. Ranney. He is survived by his wife, Nola Jean Baker-Ranney; son, Eric D. (Clare) Ranney; daughter, Michele Martin White; 4 grandchildren, Chris and Susie Ranney, Erin "Rosie" and Ryan Martin; 3 step-children, Jerry, Jayne and Jody Baker; 2 step-grandchildren, Tommy and Emma Baker. David was a member of the American Legion Post 494, Macedon, the Horseman's Benevolent & Protective Association, a founding member of Farmington and Macedon Chambers of Commerce.
David was born on the family farm in Egypt, NY and graduated from Fairport H.S. in 1943. He proudly served in the U.S. Marines from 1944-1946 and subsequently received a degree from Morrisville Ag & Tech in 1948.
Originally a Dairy Farmer he became a self employed Real Estate Broker in 1960. He became involved in thoroughbred horse racing in 1961 continuing until his death. He was an avid golfer and traveler.
Family and friends may call Monday 3:30-6:30 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Rd. (Egypt location). Graveside Service Tuesday 2 PM at White Haven Memorial Park. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Horseman's Benevolent & Protective Association, PO Box 25250, Farmington, NY 14425 .
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Sullivan
August 26, 2008
God Bless to your family.
Karen (Terry) Keller
August 18, 2008
Memories, memories, glorious memories. Such happy times were those in the early '70s at Finger Lakes with Bette & H David, Ron Terry and Doc Winn-to name a few. Ron and I spent many an evening at the farm with Bette and H David-discussing the days events while sipping wine. What an honorable man-such a kind and gentle heart. Sitting today with Ron and Doc and telling great tales of days gone by. Farewell, my friend. Until we meet again...
Mark Perkins
August 15, 2008
My mother called last night with the sad news. Only two weeks ago I had been up to the Hook visiting and showing my youngest daughter where I grew up. Such fond memories and details still so clearly and dearly locked in after so many years. Farming was a hard life but Dave saw the writing on the wall pretty early. But for a kid growing up I saw only the fun stuff, making forts in the hay barn and apple trees, sledding down the hill, and exploring every acre of the farm. Sure, there were less stellar times like the shock of running into the electric fence at dusk chasing cats and falling through pond ice, but they were adventures in their own way too.
I wish all of the families the best as I share your loss.
Michele White
August 13, 2008
Dear Dad, You were always there, whether we agreed or agreed to disagree, you were always there. But then one day the sky opened up and you were gone. At the cemetery yesterday when we said our final goodbyes, the sky was so blue, the sun so warm and the clouds so billowy... it sure looked like heaven, where you might have been smiling down on us.
Love and Miss you to eternity,
Michele
Bridget Morrissey
August 11, 2008
A country man, a Scotsman and a genuine Celt - you were a true lover of nature and animals. Ride on Mr. Ranney!
Henry Earl
August 10, 2008
remember many hard days on the farm
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