David M. MacArthur

David D. MacArthur, a long-time resident of Concord, died in Maryland Wednesday, March 7, 2018, he was 88 years old. He grew up in Connecticut, graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelors Degree in Economics and served in the Army during the Korean War.

After beginning his career in Connecticut, Dave became the Chief Assessor of Concord in August 1979. He was proud to be a tax assessor, real estate appraiser, civil servant, teacher and consultant.

He also served on the Board of Deacons and as treasurer of the First Congregational Church in Concord and volunteered in the community through the Kiwanis Club.

Dad loved to travel, and seemed at home wherever he went; he relished meeting new people and learning about their lives. Dad listened, ask questions, and conversed in a way which drew others out and communicated his respect and appreciation for their perspectives and experiences.

Dave is survived by his five children, Paul, Liz, Tom, Marilyn and Jennifer. He also had six grandchildren, Christopher, Emily, Jessy, Grace, David and Isabella; and one great-grandchild, Mackenzie. Dave will be greatly missed for his sense of humor, humility and kindness. All who knew him will forever emulate his open-minded, open-hearted attitude towards life.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, April 6, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home, 209 North Main St., Concord.

David's funeral will take place on Saturday, April 7, at 11 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, 177 North Main St. in Concord. Committal will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery in East Concord.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Congregational Church in Concord, attention to the Emergency Action Network.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Bennett Funeral Home of Concord. Online condolences can be expressed at bennettfuneral.com.