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David R. North

Billings, Montana

1936 - 2026

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David R. NorthMay 14, 1936 - January 2, 2026David R. North, a proud Billings native and renowned automobile designer whose career helped shape some of General Motors' most memorable vehicles, was born in Billings, Mont., where a childhood passion for drawing cars grew into a lifelong vocation.As...

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It was an honor and privilege knowing David North.

REST IN PEASE MY DEAR FRIENDS...I WAS SO BLESSED TO SHARE A PASSION FOR RARE CLASSIC CARS WITH YOU......MY BILLINGS VISITS WERE ALWAYS SPECIAL KNOWING WE WOULD SPEND TIME TOGETHER.....AL GIDDINGS..."TITANIC PROD."

Mr. and Mrs. north were great people to see and had the best conversations. Getting to see and hear everything that he has done over the years is amazing. Both will be dearly missed.

A very nice man , we met at a couple car shows... you will be remembered

I've been thinking about him lately because I hadn't seen him on Facebook for awhile. I'm a Toronado guy. I'm on my 12th first gen car. I noted how it's a crime to put a vinyl top in an early Toro because it ruins that beautiful roof line. He appreciated that and told me that I understood the design. R.I.P. Oh master of design !

I only know Mr. North through his work, as I own a 1966 Toronado. He appears to have lived a life we can all admire, both personally and professionally. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. May you take a small measure of comfort from the fact that he touched so many lives.

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I had the honor of working with David while he served on our board at Billings Clinic (Deaconess) Foundation. He and Pat were dedicated members of our board family during his board service and beyond. They leave a wonderful legacy for our organization and community.

I had the honor of meeting Mr. North at the Oldsmobile Centennial Celebration in Lansing, Michigan in 1997 My '67 Toronado was featured during the last day's event at the factory and Mr. North spent a great deal of time talking with me and looking at the car. He was so kind and gracious, taking time out of the busy event to answer my questions and reflect on the car's design. Sadly, it was the only time I met him, but what an honor - one I will never forget. Mr. North, your influence is...