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DAVID SIMAR Obituary

David Ray Simar Devoted Father David Ray Simar passed away suddenly on February 15, 2011. He was born on September 17, 1958 to Raphael and Hope Simar. He married Cheryise Nunley on June 5, 1988. Cheryise was the love of his life. After her death in 1993, he devoted his life to their son Braden. He is survived, by son, Braden; mother Hope Iverson Simar; parents-in-law Robert and Ruth Nunley; sisters Barbara (Bill) Hull; Linda (Don) McStotts, Annette (Ron) Alsop; and brother Ronald (Marty) Simar. Preceded in death by father, Raphael Simar and sister Rose Patterson. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, February 22nd from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Taylorsville Park Ward, 1555 Lovely Road, Taylorsville. Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 23rd at 12:00 Noon at Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 "N" Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dave's son at any Mountain America Credit Union to the account of Braden Simar. Arrangements entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Feb. 20, 2011.

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allison kenney

March 16, 2011

So sad to see this obituary. Friends of Cherysie and Davids in McKinney Texas. Such a tragedy when we lost Cheryise and now David. I know Braden has a loving family to support him during this time. -Allison

Ron Pettit

March 13, 2011

I worked with Dave at Convergys. He was totally aweosome to know and a voracious reader. I just found out on this Sunday of his passing. My heart goes out to his family Ron Pettit (Salt Lake City, UT

Shirley Nielson

February 21, 2011

Dear Aunt Hope and family...I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I remember many fun and happy times with David at our Iverson family reunions and parties. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. If you need anything, please don't hesitate in calling me. I love you all so much. Shirley and Kerry Nielson

Tami (Allred) Patterson

February 21, 2011

Dear Simar Family,
I am so sorry of the loss of your brother, father and son. I have so many wonderful memories of Dave as he and my brother Ken were almost conjoined at the hip. He was so full of life and love for all and is smile would light up a room. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time

Sara Flink Andreason

February 21, 2011

Dear Family. So very sorry to hear of David's death. Growing up in Taylorsville was a true blessing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. He was a wonderful kind person that will be missed!

Bonnie Dotterer Crockett

February 20, 2011

I have many fond memories of growing up in the Simar home. I spent endless hours playing games, putting puzzles together, and baking cookies. I know David will be missed by all. He was a good, kind person. God bless you during this hard time!

February 20, 2011

Dear family, I am grateful I stopped by this past summer when David was out mowing his Mother's lawn. I also grew up in Taylorsville along with Dave Wright, David, and others. We all looked up to David in every way for the love he always conveyed to others, and especially for Hope and her continued care thru the years. Hope and Braden, your son/father was a good man and good friend to all us Taylorsville kids, and I'm so thankful to have known him. I too send my thoughts and prayers, Richard Larsen

Dave Wright

February 20, 2011

Dear Hope and Family,

So very sorry to hear of David's sudden passing. It has been many years, but I have many fond memories growing up in Taylorsville with David. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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