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David Newcomb Obituary

GENEVA - David Alan Newcomb, 49, passed away unexpectedly at Geneva General Hospital on Tuesday (May 24, 2016) with his family by his side.
Funeral services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of David to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) used for education and support. NAMI - Ontario-Seneca-Yates, PO Box 952 Geneva, NY 14456. Or Sands Constellation Heart Institute, 1150 State Route 5 & 20, Geneva, NY 14456.
David was born on June 11, 1966, in Geneva, the son of Henry Ronald and Dorothy Rosenbaum Newcomb and was a lifelong area resident. David was an outdoor enthusiast, he loved hunting, fishing, camping, hiking in the woods, Kashong Glenn, the Kashong conservation area and other local trails. David enjoyed being on Seneca Lake at the family cottage. He also loved animals, especially Labradors, owning several throughout his life. David enjoyed learning local history, knowledge he shared with his friends and family. He was an avid reader and loved engaging in thoughtful discussions. David took part in maintaining his home and cottage. He also loved outdoor motorsports, a passion that started at a young age with friends. David loved his family, especially his mom. His nieces and nephews were very important to him. He enjoyed watching them grow, attending their sporting events and sharing his love of music with his nephews. David was a kind and caring person to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by all, including his dog Bear.
He is survived by his mother, Dorothy; sisters, Cheryl (Mark) Palmieri, Lisa Newcomb; brother, Jeff (Donna) Newcomb; nieces and nephews, Brian (Megan), Aaron, Matt and Lauren Palmieri, Jeffrey II (Stefanie) Newcomb and Julie (Jake) Conway, Nicholas (Chelsea) and Alexander (Alena Laquitara) Foster; great-nieces and nephew, Jordan and Emma Newcomb, Paige Foster; uncle, Richard Newcomb; several cousins.
David was predeceased by his father, Henry Ronald Newcomb; grandparents, Alfred and Blanche Holland, Harry and Verna Newcomb; aunt, Kaye Newcomb.
Arrangements are being handled by the McGuigan & Bero Funeral Home.
For tributes and condolences to the family, please visit www.mcguiganbero funeralhome.com.

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Published by Finger Lakes Times from May 27 to May 30, 2016.

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Merritt Stephens

June 24, 2016

I am so sorry for your incredible loss. Dave and my brother have been good friends for decades and I know he will be sorely missed.

Meghan Kincaid

June 2, 2016

Dot & family -
I was so sorry to hear about David. I can't imagine your loss, but know you are in my thoughts. I am praying for God's love to bring you strength and comfort.

Diane Roberts

May 31, 2016

Dot, Jeff, Cheryl, Lisa, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. What a difficult time for your family. You and David are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you. He is with Ron in heaven now.

Janet Parmelee

May 29, 2016

Dear Dot,I just found out about your loss. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Love, Jan

Alan &Suzanne Otterbacher

May 28, 2016

We were so sorry to hear about David. Please know we are thinking and praying about all of you, especially Dot, at this very sad time.

Dick & Peg Parmelee

May 28, 2016

Dorothy and family. We are thinking of you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May David Rest In Peace Love, Peg & Dick

Sharon Austin

May 28, 2016

Dear Dorothy, Cheryl, Jeff, Lisa, I am so saddened by this news. Danny saw it on Facebook. Many a good time David and Danny had on the farm. Always a pleasure to have him with us. Love you all.

Donna & Roger Cullen

May 28, 2016

Dick,
So sorry to hear of the death of your nephew. Please accept our condolences. May you find peace in the days ahead even as you mourn David's passing.

Judy Bisso

May 27, 2016

Soo sorry Lisa and family it's never easy I didn't know your brother but i am
Sure he has great as you are deepest sympathy and prayers

Judie Brown

May 27, 2016

Thinking of you and your family. I am sorry for your loss. RIP David.

Joe Palmisano

May 27, 2016

Jeff, Donna and Family,
Our deepest condolences. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Most sincerely,
Joe and Nancy

Anita Miracle

May 27, 2016

Lisa, so,sorry for yours and your families profound loss. I pray you find strength and peace.

Shelley Sheehan

May 27, 2016

U r in my thoughts and prayers..RIP DAVID. I have a lot of great memories.

Jami Roberts

May 27, 2016

So young he was.. but paradise he will now see!! My condolences to the family. Keeping u all in my thoughts and prayers!

Michael A Palmieri

May 27, 2016

Dorothy, Aunt Cheryl and the entire Newcomb Family,

I am saddened to hear of the passing of David. My prayers are with you all. Godspeed David... may you rest in peace now.

May 27, 2016

What a beautiful tribute to David's life. My he rest in peace.

Jeanette & Bill Hanna

May 27, 2016

Lisa, My Sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Pullano\Streppa

May 27, 2016

I still see you as a little kid hanging at the house.......you will be sorely missed by your good friends....may you rest easy now David.

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