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for David Davis
Rev. Bill McDonald
August 17, 2025
It is memory time again - my gosh, it seems like you were just here. Your friends and family still miss you.
Cousin Annie
August 17, 2021
I truly miss our phone conversations on my driving to or from Lansing. Your encouragement and sensible advice, your trying to plan a cure for Joey (who served as your father figure and my Big Brother) and your laugh which could brighten anyone's day. You and Maureen knew me well and still supported me. Thanks for always being there and hope you have welcomed Peggy safely to home.
Rev. Bill McDonald
August 26, 2020
It is your angel anniversary this week- thinking of you old friend. Blessings to your wife and children.
Rev. Bill McDonald
August 17, 2019
Once again it is August and the summer sunshine is fading away. I actually remembered you yesterday as I finally deleted old private Facebook messages from and to you. Thought it was time to do so. But I have bot deleted any old memories - they are just as strong as those long ago days when your physical smile brightened the lives of many.
See you later... Rev. Bill McDonald
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Rev. Bill McDonald
August 18, 2015
Looks like this may be the final farewell to you David - but the heart will retain memories and friendship and love well beyond this limited space of internet where your photo and name appear.
WE still all love you .... nothing else will change that. Good bye once again.
My Husband,Randy and I made on our Granddaughters birthday Dec.27,2013. Mandy turned 17 this year and a 9 year cancer survivor
Maggie Blackford
January 9, 2015
Jan,9,2015
To All,
Am so sorry for your loss. I've been s subscriber to The Great Lakes Pilot for a number of years. When My magazine would come in the mail the first thing I'd do is mark the page and save it,the best, for last. I could tell David really loved his family. I appriciated his stories and Native American traditions and folk lore he shared with us all. A bout 3-4 months ago He wrote an artical about Sassifras tea and that it could still be purchased in ground form,not liquid found in a bottle. As a young girl my Mother would by the tea in leaf form. I was going to write and ask where I could find or purchase the leaves. Time slipped by and I forgot to write and ask where to find the leaves.
Any way I want your family to know that I pray God will give you strength and help get you through your time of loss.
Some how we never forget people we love and they are always in our thoughts and hearts for ever.
Sincerely, Maggie Blackford
September 14, 2014
What a horrific loss o the earth and all who knew Dave.I first met David when he was eight years old and he and my brother would always come over and rake my yard and be so helpfull,respectful and pleasant.A great kid with his low-key sweetness and an accomplished man.My heart goes out to the family ,prayers and comfort be with you.......Joyce Cole Bates
Keith von Deylen
September 1, 2014
My mother just told me of David's passing. My prayers are with your family. My mom used to send all his articles from the paper to me out here in PA. Your books were great to read. You will be missed..
Richard Swanson Sr.
August 28, 2014
i used to baby sit david along with his brother Chuck Davis. David, you were just a baby then, and you grew up to be such a wonderful man. i will miss you like all the rest of your friends. rest in pease.
August 28, 2014
The world is now a lonier place without the presence of David and his wisdom and spiritual ways. He was their with kind words at the loss of my husband and later my mother. Maureen, my prayers go out to you and your family. I hope the yellow shawl I made for you years back still brings some comfort today. God be with you Carol Crevier
Patricia Kozal
August 26, 2014
I enjoyed reading his fiction in The Great Lakes Pilot. So sorry for your loss.
Lauren Galbreath
August 26, 2014
My son Paul and I were just talking about him and his family not to long ago.He talked about the fun time's campimg with His uncle Ray and aunt Teresa when they lived at the lake. So sad to hear of his passing.My thoughts go out to the family.
American Legion Post 9 Honor Guard
August 26, 2014
Know that we all grieve for the loss of an honored veteran. It is our privilege to perform Military Funeral Honors for our fallen brother. Rest in peace, Sir, and thank you for your service to our country.
Jon Russell
August 26, 2014
On the Saturday Morning Jukebox show we simply called David,Bear..His was a call we eagerly anticipated..Always a kind word and informative with the right dash of humor and intellect..We met a few times and each time was a treat for Rick and I..We were heart broken to learn of his recent struggles and he was in our thoughts and prayers as was the family...Dear friend you will be sadly missed there are not enough David Davis' to go around..
With respect and much love
Jon Russell
August 25, 2014
I have Known David for a long time his Brother Chuck was My Brother in Law up until his Death. I have spent time with David getting to know him he always had Kind words to say never talked back and was a very nice person to know growing up knowing him was like family he will be miss dearly so young and yet he was a brave one like his Brothers before him he will be remembered as a great Uncle and Friend Tell Joe and Chuck Hi David Miss you all Love your Friend Jill Bellinger Tristan & Family your family is in our Prayers everyday.
Sandy Baker
August 25, 2014
Cindy Beth, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I will keep you, Maureen and your whole in my prayers. My Susan gives her hugs also.
Mike Weessies
August 25, 2014
I worked with Dave on the Muskegon County Marine Patrol. Dave was a true professional and a great mentor. Rest in Peace Dave !!
Steve Seewald
August 25, 2014
Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Carol & Ed Hodges
August 25, 2014
Connie so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. (and Halloran family too)
Rev. Bill McDonald
August 24, 2014
A man, whom few, if any, who ever meet him will forget. He was special in a really good way - compassionate, loving, wise, humorous, spiritual, and always a real patriot! But he was also a "best friend" to many people.
David was the real deal - a true one of a kind guy! He will always remain within my memories - until I see him again!
Roger ( Red) Sloan
August 24, 2014
We remember Dave the time he wanted to ride my TM 400 Suzuki Cyclone I told him to take it EZ in low gear and not to shift fast to second but he did anyway the bike wheeley over, only embarrass he pushed it back..Years later he found another 400 that I rebuilt for him.Rest in peace my friend.Red & Linda Sloan
Penny Hines
August 24, 2014
I met Davud & Maureen at church many yrs ago.. He was a nice guy. David and his wife raised 5 beautiful children together.. They're all great kids!! When you look at the family... you can trace it back to wonderful parents who were great role models. Was shocked to hear about his passing... My sincere condolences go out to his beautiful sweet wife, Maureen and the family..So sorry for your loss!! Hold onto all the fond memories you shared together as a family. They will help with the coping of your great loss! Love & prayers!
Cathy Underhill-Bonter
August 24, 2014
I was shocked and saddened to hear this news. He was a neighbor over on Laketon when we were kids and then a neighbor to my mom when he and his family lived on Lilac St. Nice guy with a quiet voice and an impish smile. I'm sure he will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with Maureen and his children at this time.
August 24, 2014
Growing up in a southern family, a cousin means so much more than just a cousin. We were together for most holidays growing up and as a little girl I can't remember David not being by my side, either at our house or me at their's. As we grew older, communication by phone was what kept us as friends. Distressed over his brother's illness, distressed over the accidents the kids had and his trooper wife's (Maureen)illness at one time. He always shared an encouraging word for me. God promises many blessings for those who suffer and I know he is going to shower them upon David in his heavenly mansion. May his strength and faith be shared by the family.
Gary Hammond
August 24, 2014
Follow that deer track. R.I.P. Dave.
August 24, 2014
David was a speaker for our writing group,"The Write People" from Scottville, MI. several different times. He was always welcomed. We enjoyed his many stories. Our hearts go out to his immediate family and his vast Indian family. He loved you all.
His memories and stories will live within you.
Marie Chellis, Fountain, MI
Mike & Doris Dowdy
August 24, 2014
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Jeannie Radley
August 24, 2014
I met Dave and his lovely wife while working at a chiropractic office earlier this year. I am so sorry to learn of his passing. My very sincere condolences to his wife and family. Dave was a good man.
kicking foot
August 23, 2014
This man was his own tribe..
Debbie Verboam
August 23, 2014
So sorry to hear about Dave. I talked to him in 2012 at the Cancer Center in Muskegon when I took my sister there for an appt. Glad I was able to see him and say hello. I remember in school there was another Dave Davis so when the principal called one of them to the office the principal would add the middle initial in there so they knew which one was in trouble. It usually was the "other" Dave Davis though.
May your precious memories forever keep Dave close.
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