David-DeForest-Obituary

David A. "Papa" DeForest

Syracuse, New York

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David A. "Papa" DeForest, 77, of Onondaga Hill passed away Wednesday, May 21 at Upstate University Hospital at Community General. He was a 33 year employee of the State Equipment Co. and recently worked at the Manlius Pebble Hill School. He was a communicant of St. Michael-St. Peter...

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I am so sorry to learn of Dave's passing. I got to know Dave through his work at MPH. He was kind, funny, interesting to talk to and clearly loved his grandchildren and family.
Margot Clark, MPH Lower School Librarian

Dear Delores, Rick,Deb: Got Rick's message last night. I am so sorry to hear about your husband/dad's death. Thinking of you today with the burial. Allie Ellis

Macky-So sorry to hear the new of Dave's passing. I still look for you at the French Festival when I make it there.

Love, Jim Austin

Dear Delores and family....We were honored to be present this morning as we all said our final good-byes to our friend David. Both sadness and joy filled the church as David was given his official welcome into his new home beyond the sunset. The sentiment shared by the grandchildren was moving. David will be welcomed with open arms for doing his job well while with us here on Earth. 'Til we all meet again, may he rest in peace.

Dear Delores, Deb, Myron, Max, Lexi, Tyler, and Lyndsay,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of David. I had the pleasure of working with him at Manlius Pebble Hill for many years. I enjoyed all of our wonderful conversions in the morning either outside at the pick up line or having a quick cup of coffee with him. He was so proud of all of his grandchildren and he always kept me up to date with all of their activities, which he knew I loved hearing. He was truly a wonderful man. My...

We are praying for all of you Donna Walto and family

Dear Dolores and Family
You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Dave.Knowing him for many years,we can share your loss of a wonderful family man
Our hearts are with with you.
June and Myron Sr