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David North Obituary
David North, 89, of Billings, passed away. A service will be on Saturday, January 10, at 11 a.m., at Smith West Chapel, 304 34th St. W. A burial will immediately follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Dick Nesbitt
January 24, 2026
It was an honor and privilege knowing David North.
AL GIDDINGS
January 13, 2026
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."
Sheena Stenberg
January 10, 2026
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.
Tj Donahoe
January 8, 2026
A very nice man , we met at a couple car shows... you will be remembered
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Tom Hill
January 8, 2026
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 !
Greg
January 8, 2026
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.
Jim Duncan
January 8, 2026
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.
Gregg Ludlam
January 8, 2026
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 obvious but your kindness and joy you brought to those of us fortunate to enjoy your work is something rare and unique. Thank you, and rest in peace sir.
Harry Brown
January 8, 2026
Thank you for all my teenage dreams coming true with all the driving of your beautiful Toronado.
CRAIG OGREN
January 7, 2026
RIP Mr. North. Thank you for your beautiful designs, and being so approachable.
Joe Bellante
January 7, 2026
My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. North. What a gifted, visionary! His designs were ahead of their era and continue to be truly timeless. God's peace, Mr. North.
Kevin Smerdell
January 7, 2026
Thanks for your vision, David. I am restoring 2 of your 1966 Toronados. Your vision lives on!
Carlos Collomps
January 7, 2026
An incredibly talented designer, a real car enthusiast and as everyone say, a great, friendly person. Rest In Peace.
Tony Mirotti
January 7, 2026
Sad we lost an amazing human being
Not only one of the greatest car designers
A great person
That would speak to anyone
Thank you for being a great friend and sharing some story´s with regarding the design and build of my Toronado who cherish your Painting forever
Rip
Tanya Bennett
January 7, 2026
My son taking this 'ol girl out for Prom 2025 - giving Breakfast Club vibes. He insisted on matching the car!
Tanya Bennett
January 7, 2026
I remember the first Toronado my family got. I remember being 10 years old in 1984 and getting in the spacious front seat of that car and seeing power windows! It was the most luxurious car we had at that point. Wasn't a fan of the color, but that can and did change. I loved that car so much I begged my parents to let me drive it when I was 16. At that point, it's 1990 and I was going to school with kids that brand new cars from their parents. My car was a boat to them. I didn't care. I thought she was grand. My parents purchased a second Toronado and it became my spare when my master-cylinder was giving me fits - which was OFTEN. I now own both of them - my pride and joy - outside of my kids who both will ultimately inherit these cars. Thank you for your contribution to Oldsmobile and Toronados. I'm in Gillette, WY - wish I'd have been able to meet you in person. An incredible and underrated muscle car, in my opinion!
James Ferenzi
January 7, 2026
Thank you for your beautiful cars. May you continue designing beautiful vehicles for all those in heaven.
Bill Crockett
January 7, 2026
Sincere condolences to the family. David North made outstanding contributions to automotive design and his immortal legacy will be that of an accomplished designer, fine and ethical businessman, mentor to generations in the industry and an open, accessible friend to all in the car hobby who came to know him. Last year my 1966 Toronado was featured at the ArtCenter College of design Alumni event in tribute to David. Many kind words were spoken fondly about him there.
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