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David Staiger Obituary

David A. Staiger, 56, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away January 1, 2007. He is survived by his wife Arlene, sons Neil A. Staiger, Matthew D. Staiger, his daughter Lisa Staiger and 2 brothers, Richard Staiger and Russell Staiger. He was preceded in death by his mother Florence and his father Richard. David was the owner of Ultra Rooter and Plumbing Service. He loved walking in the woods with his wife Arlene and dogs Lola and Moe. Contributions may be made to David's family. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2007 from 5-8PM at Shadow Mountain Mortuary. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 9AM, Friday, January 5, 2007 at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jan. 4, 2007.

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Sandra Martin

January 15, 2007

Even though I probably only met David a couple of times, he was a cousin. His Dad, Richard was my father's (Eugene) brother. My condolences and sympathy goes out to you and your family. Sandra Lou (Staiger) Martin

Ed, Debbie, Heather, and Brittany Knecht

January 7, 2007

To the Staiger family:

Dave and I have been friends for over thirty-five yrs. All though we were three thousand miles away from each other I still felt very close to all of you. Arlene- you were a great wife to Dave and a great mother to your kids. I will cherish the last days we spent together in San Diego in September even though Dave was not feeling well. We had a long talk as we walked the California beach.


I am very saddened by his death. I will always cherish the memories we have had together. God bless all of you and hope to see you soon.

Tony Ciavarella

January 6, 2007

Sorry, to hear of Davids passing, we were friends as kids growing up in Akron. My prayers are with the family.

Kathy and Lynn Gover

January 5, 2007

Arlene, we were so shocked to hear about Dave's passing. If you need anything please call us.

Janice Kozar-Hogan

January 5, 2007

So Sorry to hear of David's Passing. My thought and prayers are with the family.

Tony Ciavarella

January 4, 2007

I am so saddened to hear about Dave. We were such close friends as children. I have so many happy memories of those days.
The world is sometimes so cruel and Dave seemed so fragile. He was an honorable defender of our country and I was so proud of him when he returned from Vietnam.
Dick and Russell please accept my heartfelt condolences at this sad time. I will keep you in my prayers.
Peace to you.

Tony Kozar

January 4, 2007

I was very sorry to hear about David passing away. My deepest sympathy to the whole Staiger family. Dick and Russell , my condolences
to you. My dad ( Al ) also sends his sympathy.

Tony & Al Kozar

Ed Goldney

January 4, 2007

Arlene and family,

Our condolences to you all, if we can do anything let us know....
Your back door neighbors, Ed, Cindy, Kyle, Ryan, Eric Goldney

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