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David Commins Obituary
David grew up in Arlington and was a graduate of Arlington High School. He lived in North Walpole for over 30 years before moving to North Attleboro in 2005.
He worked as a self-employed contractor, owning DMC Painting Company for over 56 years.
David went to Flight School in Bedford and served the US Army as a medic during World War II.
He loved to hunt and fish and belonged to the Minuteman Sportsman's Club in Billerica and the Massapoag Gun Club in Sharon for many years. In addition to his wife, survivors include four children: Jay Rossiter of FL, Cheryl and her husband Scott Anderson of North Attleboro, Bruce Rossiter and his wife Lisa Cammarano of North Attleboro and Dianne and her husband Joseph Imbriani of Foxboro; his mother-in-law Antoinette Lambiase of Walpole; 10 grandchildren: John Rossiter, Jr., Tyler, Christopher and Michael Anderson, Jamie Azulay, Anthony Rossiter, Victoria Imbriani, and Nicholas, Joseph and Carly Imbriani; and two great grandchildren, Jonathan and Grace Azulay. He was predeceased by his two beloved pets, Fonzie and Woody.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, November 3 from 5-8 p.m. in the Sperry & McHoul Funeral Home, 15 Grove Street, North Attleboro. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 4 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130.
To sign an online guestbook for David, please visit www.sperry-mchoul.com.
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Roy LeBlanc
October 26, 2020
Glad to be reminded of David though I have reason to think of him quite often !!
Bernardo
November 4, 2019
Thinking about Davey this week and remembering him always...
Roy LeBlanc
October 26, 2019
Glad these reminders come from Legacy.com .... Though I wont forget him as a friend, I carry an additional reminder of him always. He was a man with an infectious smile !!!
debbie maccini
March 4, 2012
I haven't seen Uncle Davie since I was a little fat girl coming over your house with my family for the holidays. My mother, Helen, was his sister. I remember Uncle Davie use to have hunting dogs, planes, and I also remember diving gear at my grandmother's house on Wyman Terrace. I moved to California when I was young, so I missed out on the pleasure of spending time with you guys. My love and condolences to all of you!
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Rosina (Rose) Kerr de Colon
November 18, 2011
Dearest Millie and family,
I am saddened by your loss, Davie was a big part of my life when we were growing up.I have so may fond memories. I often think of him when I hear a helicopter fly over.He so loved his planes. He was a very special person and I'm sure will be missed greatly by you all RIP Davie and enjoy the ride My best wishes to all of you
Tyler Anderson
November 6, 2011
The best grandfather ever. Miss and love you - Tyler
Erin Deehan
November 5, 2011
Millie and family -
Chris and I were so sad to hear today of Dave's passing. He was always smiling and expressed such a joy for life. You have our sincere sympathies. I hope knowing you are all thought of and prayed for eases your grief, even just a bit.
Chris and Shelly Midon
November 4, 2011
Dear Commins Family,
Our sincere condolences.
Your neighbors,
Shari Brown
November 4, 2011
Imagine if I was given one moment, just a single slice of my past. I could hold it close forever, & that moment would always last. I'd put the moment in a safe, within my hearts abode. I could open it when I wanted, & only I would know the code. I've dug deep inside my heart, found the safe & looked inside, there was room for lots of moments, hundred's if I tried. I can open it up whenever I like, pick a moment & watch it through, My little safe acts as a promise, I'll never ever forget you. Love you Davie.
Agnes Guisto
November 4, 2011
Dear Millie and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. His wonderful sense of humor and outgoing personality will always be remembered by all.
Love,
Frank and Aggie
November 3, 2011
davie was all heart. he always wanted to know how you were doing and to make sure everyone was ok. davie is now in heaven probably chatting with my dad :) hugs to everyone. we love you and we are sorry we cant be there with you.
love,
ann marie, joe, alex and joey
November 3, 2011
Dear Millie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Davie will long be remembered by everyone he met. He has footprints in the sand that will never wash away. So sorry that we live so far away and unable to be there at this very sad time. May he rest in peace....Mitzi and Billy
Kevin and Diane Glynn
November 3, 2011
Millie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. David was a great man. Always welcoming and quick to make you laugh. He will be missed. Kevin and Diane Glynn
Daniela Tolle
November 3, 2011
Dear Millie and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of David's passing. Although I haven't seen you often over the years, I have fond memories of you both, and you are such important people to my mom and I. You are in my thoughts, may he rest in peace. Love, Daniela (Lembo) Tolle
Julie Passaretti
November 2, 2011
Dave was an amazing man, I am so glad that we got to reconnect last year after so long. He still had the best smile and an incredible sense of humor. I pray his family finds comfort in the memories they shared.
Nicole Turcotte
November 2, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. I am sorry I can not attend but I will be there with you all in spirit.
Nicole Turcotte(Lambiase)
Bernardo
November 2, 2011
This poem always made me think of Davey and his love for flying. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Flight is freedom in its purest form,
To dance with the clouds which follow a storm;
To roll and glide, to wheel and spin, To feel the joy that swells within;
To leave the earth with its troubles and fly, And know the warmth of a clear spring sky;
Then back to earth at the end of a day, Released from the tensions which melted away;
Should my end come while I am in flight, Whether brightest day or darkest night;
Spare me your pity and shrug off the pain, Secure in the knowledge that I'd do it again;
For each of us is created to die, And within me I know,
I was born to fly.
Chelsea Cleary
November 2, 2011
Dear Millie and family -I am very sad to hear about the passing of Dave and I will keep you all in my heart as you grieve for your loss. I cherish all of the wonderful memories I shared with Millie and Dave growing up in Walpole. Dave was like a second grandfather to me, and he will truly be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
-Chelsea Cleary
Jody Cleary
November 2, 2011
I speak for my entire family when I say how very sad we were to hear about Dave. He will be greatly missed by us and so many others. Dave was like a second grandfather to my children for all the years he and Millie lived across the street from us in Walpole. We were truly blessed to have had Dave and Millie as neighbors and friends. Our loss is Heaven's gain. He will certainly keep the angels smiling. With love and sympathy to Millie, their kids, grandkids and great-grandkids for their loss. Love, Brian, Jody, Chelsea and Sean Cleary
November 2, 2011
Davie you are the best miss you alreay Love you Cheryl,Scott ,Tyler Chris and Mike
Roy LeBlanc
November 2, 2011
My sympathy to the Commins Family and all who knew this exceptional man. I will always remember his pleasant and cheerful ways. He will be missed by the many friends he made at the Massapoag Sportsmen's Club.
November 2, 2011
Davie you are the best already miss you love you forever Cheryl,Scott and kids
Cindy Riley
November 2, 2011
Dear Millie and family, You have our deep sympathy. Every time I saw David he was so cheerful and sweet. He will be missed. Love, Cindy and Allen
November 2, 2011
Dear Millie and family - We hold you all in our hearts as you grieve your loss. We remember many happy years of being neighbors and good friends (extended family)to you. Our thoughts are with you all.
Love, George and Dee Trethewey
scott trethewey
November 2, 2011
a genuine man's man! god bless
Matt Listenfelt
November 2, 2011
A man full of life, always positive, always fun. Could spend hours with him talking about Aircraft and Airshows. He always made me smile when he would come in to Babels. We've been to a few Airshows together and Dave would say "I'll meet you under the wing" I always knew what plane he was talking about. I will miss him greatly, and never see an Airshow without thinking of him.
Jacque Vozzella
November 2, 2011
Dianne,
My heart goes out to you and your entire family. I only met your dad a few times, but each time he was entertaining...and a charmer! What a sweet man. Cherish your memories and hold on to one another.
God Bless, my friend.
Love you.
Jacque Vozzella
November 2, 2011
Fly high Davie and keep an eye out for us until we see you again. We Love you. Dianne, Joe and the kids
steve and gail ritucci&Family
November 1, 2011
To Millie and Family, We were saddened to hear the loss of our dear friend Dave.
He was a wonderful man and his memory will live on...all the laughs we shared over the years...he will not be forgotten..love The Ritucci Family
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