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David Romer Obituary
He was the husband of Deborah L. (Blanchard) Romer. They had been married for 31 years.
Born in Hyannis on July 24, 1950, he was the son of the late Edwin G. and Mary (Durfee) Romer. A graduate of Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School, class of 1968, he went on to Maine Maritime and earned a bachelor of science degree in 1973.
He was employed at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, where he was a director of in-port training. He was also third mate and captain of small boats, retiring in 2003 after 25 years of service.
He was a member of the Mayflower Lodge AF&AM, Middleboro, and past master in 2003. He was a member of the DeMolay Legion of Honor and was past master counselor of the Cape Cod chapter of Order of DeMolay. He was also the chairman of the Advisory Council of the Middleborough Order of DeMolay. He was also a call fireman for the Middleborough Fire Department for many years.
He enjoyed fishing, boating, and had a passion for the water. He will be warm-heartedly remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, and friend.
He is survived by his wife of 31 years; a son, Scott W. and his wife Jennie Romer of South Dennis; a daughter, Kristin L. and her husband Matthew Lardas of Morris Plains, N.J.; in-laws William J. and Gladys E. Blanchard of West Wareham; a sister, Donna J. and her husband Ben Richardson of South Dennis; a brother-in-law, C. Steven and his wife Ellen Blanchard of Carver; and several nieces and nephews.
A Masonic funeral service will be held at the Ashley Funeral Home, 35 Oak St., Middleboro, Thursday at 8 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Burial services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Pine Grove Cemetery in South Yarmouth.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Masonic Angel Fund, c/o Mayflower Masonic Lodge, 46 S. Main St., Middleborough, MA 02346.
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Jean McCormick
March 30, 2007
Scott,
My most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you,and your family I know exactly how you feel. Jean. our prayers will be with you and your family at this very sad time. Lance and family
Doug Olsen
March 28, 2007
Scott,
Our deepest sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of your loss. Our fond memories of meeting your father will be fondly remembered. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Sandy Olsen, Ann Arbor
Tammy Marathas
March 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy Debbie to you and your family. David was such a nice man and we had fun together. I'm sorry that I will not be able to attend the services but my prayers are with you and your family
Tammy Marathas
Nancy Petersons
March 27, 2007
As a friend of both Debbie and David for a long time, I was very sorry to hear of his passing. I am sorry I live so far away that I cannot attend the services. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Nancy
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Richard Sylver
March 27, 2007
My days with Dave go back to our days @ DY Regional (class of '68).Dave was a great guy who always looked out for his friends. I was always proud to call him my friend. May God be with you Debbie and your family and may it also bring comfort to you in knowing that your "high school sweetheart" has not left you. You just can't see or hear him. BUT-he is with you and you will eventually feel the slightest touch or thought and Dave will be checking in with you. He will always be with you.
John & Carol Lynch
March 27, 2007
We remember Dave and his years at Hy-Line. The charters on M/V Viking for the Masons were always his idea. He is warmly remembered by Capt John & Carol Lynch.
Peter Martin
March 27, 2007
My deepest condolences.
During my time at MMA, LT Romer was always a man who treated you with respect and was just one of the "good guys"
R.I.P.
-MMA 1989
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