Charlotte, Michigan
1947 - 2000
David Pardee – a man who loved his family, his job, and people. He could light up a room with his smile and bright blue eyes, making those in his presence feel at ease and important. David was loved by all that had the privilege to make his acquaintance.
David went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 19, 2000. He was born in Big Rapids, Michigan, on June 20, 1947, the son of Rev. George and Alice (Marlette) Pardee, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving wife and soul mate, Beverly Ann Pardee; 3 great children, Tim Julson and wife, Deb of Rochester Hills, Michigan, Cindy and husband, Don Hoffman of DeWitt, Michigan, and Tom Julson and wife, Heather of Portage, Michigan; 8 terrific grandchildren, Donald Randy Hoffmann, Thomas Delbert Hoffman, David Leland Hoffman, Kristina Ann Hoffman, Victoria Ann Julson, Matthew Taylor Hoffman, Nicolette Cheri Julson, and Alexander Grant Julson; his favorite sister, Ruth McDonell (Wayne) of Palmer, Alaska; brother, George Winfield Pardee Jr. (Sally) of Bellville, Illinois; and 4 brothers who were reunited with David in 1990 after years of separation, Leslie White (Dottie) of Vian, Oklahoma, David White of West Suffield, Connecticut, Gary White (Vicki) of Greenfield, Massachusetts, and Larry White of East Hampton, Massachusetts.
David attended Eastern High School in Lansing, Michigan. He was employed by the Republican Tribune in Charlotte, Michigan, for several years. He worked for General Motors for 24 years. The last few years of his employment at General Motors, he coordinated plant tours for the Lansing plants.
Beside his love for his family and enjoyment of working with people, he was an avid Elvis fan and loved computers, cars, and traveling.
Funeral services took place on Thursday, March 23, 2000, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 549 East Mt. Hope, Lansing, officiated by Rev. James A. Schalkhauser and Rev. James R. Lichtenberger. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, Michigan.
If desired, memorial contributions are appreciated to the American Cancer Society for Lung Cancer Research, 1599 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30329-4251.
Hi: Thinking of you again and again, and of course missing... missing you. It is all getting harder and harder down here David, of that you know,we're in War, a bad one, and it's scary, even with our faiths, people are out of work and scared. David, you are defnitly in a better place, and for that I am comforted. Love ya Kathy R.
Kathy Richardson
August 26, 2002 | Colo. Spgs., CO
Hi Dave: I went back to Michigan in April and spent a day visiting Del and Beverly, they took me to the cemetery, where I could once again pull weeds at MoM and DaDs' and your graves and reflect, and once again talk to you in the spiritual world. I Love you as much as I ever did, and Mom and Dad, and all our relatives who have gone on before. Dave, it doesn't seem like your gone, just away and if memories and times could bring you back, I would climb right up those stairs and bring you back...
Kathleen Richardson
May 24, 2002 | Colo. Spgs., CO
Hi David: It has been two years since your passing into your new life, I miss you so much. You have been well remembered. I continue to thank God for your life here on earth, and all the special times we had together. You were cheated by dying so young, and for that It has been hard. The things you accomplished here on earth were breath taking. I'll be happy when we are reunited again up there. HAPPY EASTER!
Kathy & PaulColo. Spgs. Colo. Richardson
March 23, 2002 | Colorado Springs, CO
Thank you for sharing Mr Pardee's story with us. He seemed liked a busy man who enjoyed life. I hope you turn to the scriptures for comfort and hope. The bible has brought me hope with scriptures like Revelation 21:2,4 and John 11:25 which assures me that I will see my dead loved ones again.
C Davis
February 15, 2002 | Cleveland, OH
To the Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. I am a firm believer in the Bible that says that death and mourning will be done away with as stated at Revelation 21:3,4. Please take comfort from the scriptures.
Donna
D L
December 10, 2001 | OH
What a wonderful person Dave was. We enjoyed being together with Bev and Dave for all of their married life. Either our family would go to Michigan or they would come to Minneapolis. The Johnson clsn would also meet in Grand Forks and that is when the in-laws were named the outlaws.
Dave was a very special person that those who touched his life will never forget.
Butch still misses Dave's "have I got a deal for you".
Love
Sharon and Butch
Sharon and Butch Hippen
December 04, 2001 | Minneapolis, MN
There was something about David's picture that somehow tugged at me to read his story,and then the tributes and memories. I love expressions of love, and the love and fun that flowed from the messages touched my heart. David and I were born the same year. Although our lives never passed here on this plane of existance, I trust that I will have the pleasure of meeting him in the "World of Reunion." In condolence, I offer the following inspirational quote from THE HIDDEN WORDS OF BAHA'U'LLAH,...
Burl Barer
December 02, 2001 | Mukilteo, WA
God bless Dave. He was a wonderful brother-in-law, outlaw and friend. He could walk into a room and make crying people laugh. He will always have a special place in our hearts. Dave was the type of guy who would do anything for anybody and enjoy doing it. We love you and miss you. Hey Pardner....
Dan & Carolynn Johnson
November 29, 2001 | Andover, MN
To Family and Friends of David Pardee may I offer condolences for this loss. I read Mr. Pardee's life story in "Legacy" and it is obvious from reading the story and reading the tributes that family was very important to him. It is also very apparent that he is truly loved. Because death hurts so much, I know from experience that comfort and encouragement is needed, so please know that there are people who care and we are praying to the Most High God for you and the family and asking him...
J. H. Waters
November 27, 2001 | Cleveland Heights, OH
