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David Ames Obituary
Gates: Friday, October 10, 2008 at age 64. Predeceased by his father, Donald; brother, Dan and sister, Marjorie Cain. He is survived by his loving wife, Joanna (Bush) Ames; mother, Elsie Ames; children, Shelie (Tom) Shannon, Jeffrey Ames, Matthew Gilluly, Sandra (Eric) Springle, Gregory (Kathy) Gilluly; grandchildren, Zacary, Jeremia, Sarah, Waverly, Casey, Chris, Kaitlyn and Logan; great-grandson, Jacob; sisters, Melanie Ames, Cindy Boone and Denise Ames; brothers, Ivan (Jan) and D. Edson (Janice) Ames; sister-in-law, Dawn Campbell; brother-in-law, Mark Bush; also many other sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. David was a US Marine Veteran.
No prior calling hours. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his Memorial Service, Wednesday, October 15th, 11 AM at Gates Assembly of God Church, 4195 Lyell Road. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc. To share a special memory, please visit:
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Rudi and Eleanor Rinas
November 1, 2008
I Think about some of the silly things you and my Dad used to do in Byron. They were happy and fun times. Now the two of you are together again.
Joanne I think of you often as we pass your home. God Bless you and the family.
Dianna Bush-Windrum
October 16, 2008
David, you were my precious,funny brother-in-law. Always there, always a comeback for any comment, always a sly half smile with a deep meaning behind it. I will miss you deeply as all your family will. You were so much a part of us in every way. See you at the pearly gates...I'll watch over Joanna, don't worry.
Linda Rinas
October 15, 2008
David you will be missed. But the memories we made when you lived in the apartment will remain!!!
Debbie VanOrden
October 14, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jim Smith
October 14, 2008
Joanna I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Dave was a great person who I have come to know for many years. He has done a lot for many people he will be surely missed. I use to work with Dave and have many great memories.
Barbara Wiemer
October 14, 2008
Joanna,
I'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. No words that I can offer can help ease the sense of loss you feel, Please accept my sympathy and know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Robert Bush
October 14, 2008
David, you will be missed. I hope the Kingdom of our Lord will provide you with everlasting peace and happiness.
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