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David J. Barbuto. Dave lost his courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) on June 5, 2006 at age 65. He had a smile for everyone, and maintained his calm strength and tenacious spirit until the end. Dave loved life, and lived his life with enthusiasm. His passions were fishing and golfing. He loved nature, reading, good food, family holidays and events, gym workouts with his buddies, the Indians and Browns; but most of all, he loved people. He brought out the good in people. Dave was a remarkably good man--a man of quiet strength, a ready smile, a gentle and generous nature, and genuine compassion. He will be remembered as a humble man of stark honesty and unwavering integrity, with a heart bigger than his chest. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Vito Barbuto and Connie Barbuto Perri. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Bobby; his brothers, Dan (Valdene) and Donald Barbuto; children, Tony (Julie) and Michael (Theresa) Barbuto, Robin Foore, Lori (Richard) Buterbaugh, Robert (Lisa) Montgomery, Barbara (Scott) Laughlin, Beth (Brian) Repasky; 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; and 93 year old aunts, Mary Rich and Grace Constantine, and aunt, Julia Flasco in California. We would like to give special recognition to our Harbor Light Hospice team, his home caregiver, Crystal Dabney; and the ALS Association. The family extends heartfelt thanks to each and every wonderful neighbor and friend whose prayers, cards, support, meals, visits, and gifts brought strength, hope, and sunshine into our lives. Friends may call Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., where funeral services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the ALS Association Northern Ohio Chapter, 2500 East 22nd St., Ste. 102, Cleveland, OH 44115. Online condolences may be sent to
www.newcomerfamily.com NEWCOMER, 330-784-3334
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Lisa Montgomery
March 17, 2021
Together again. Blessed be.
Lisa
June 1, 2019
Thinking of you more than usual today. I love you❣
Lisa Montgomery
May 7, 2017
Happy Birthday in heaven. Missing you today and every day.
Nickie Conwell
June 17, 2006
Dear Family,
I was sorry to hear about Dave's passing.
I remember him as always being nice to everyone. I remember speaking to him at many of the Silva meetings, the trips to Lily Dale--especially the one on the bus, and how he introduced me to Reiki. He will truly be missed.
I offer my heart felt condolences
to Bobby and all of the family.
Nickie Conwell (Fire)
Linda Maloney
June 11, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
I enjoyed treating Dave as one of my patient's. He was a gentlemen.
My peace be with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Linda Maloney LPTA
Elizabeth Harris
June 11, 2006
My grandpa was the most remarkable man I have and ever will know in my life. He taught me what it meant to be loved unconditionally and what a true man was. I always look to my grandparent's marriage as a reflection of what I want mine to be. They are true soulmates and always will be. I will miss my grandpa more and more each day, but I know that he will be first in line to greet me into the kingdom of Heaven when I get there.
Alan Miskell
June 9, 2006
Bobby and Family,
It was a priviledge for me to know and spend time with such a loving, kind, and gentle spirit. Dave will be missed by many. His friendship was a gift to us all.
Christine Morton (Zion)
June 9, 2006
Dearest Ant Bobby and Family,
Please know that I am there with you today in body, mind and spirit. I bring with me God's Peace and Serenity. May this be enough to comfort you during this emotional time.
When such an amazing person passes away we all take a moment to remember the good times that we had with them. But what we choose to do after that time of reflection can really make a difference in our own lives. The best rememberance we can give to Dave is to mirror his kidnesses and display the same inner strength that he had.
My each of us keep a smile upon our face, just as Dave had, while we remember such a remarkable man today.
With all of my love,
Chris Morton (Zion)
Suzanne Maranda
June 9, 2006
Bobby,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. David was the most caring and nicest man I've ever known.
Love,
Carol Foutty
June 8, 2006
Lori, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and give you comfort.
Perie Brown
June 8, 2006
Dear Bobby, I have not seen you for many years, but when I saw today of Dave's passing so many memories came back, of the good times we had while we all belonged to Alan's group. I am so shocked and saddened, but I also know that he is in a better place. Now I pray that God conforts you at this difficult time. Love Perie Brown (you knew me as Panagos)
Stephen Anderson
June 8, 2006
Tony and Mike:
I'm sorry to hear about your dad, My thoughts are with you.
Jennifer Barker
June 8, 2006
Lori & Family
I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Barbara Yoder
June 8, 2006
Dear Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, The Yoder Family
Cheryl Shaw
June 8, 2006
Tony,
You know that you and your family have my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your father. I know you are in pain, but am happy for him. You know that I've been in your shoes and can sympathize more than most others. You will, ALL, miss his presence, but be glad in his release. If I can help you in any way, please call me at the office. Cheryl Shaw (PTSI)
Richard Hughes, Jr.
June 8, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Giacometti
June 8, 2006
You have my empathy. I do not know Dave or any of your family members. I only know ALS. My spouse has had it for 12 years. I commend everyone and anyone who helped you in your daily caregiving. Dave sounds like a great guy (actually similar to my spouse) and you have my sympathy.
Betty Alliance, OH
May he rest in peace.
Dimple Beck
June 8, 2006
Dear Bobbie & Dave's Family: I haven't seen Dave for many years but he was always remembered by me. I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to meet Dave through PWP. He loved to play golf, dance and always had a beautiful smile on his face. May God bless each of you and remember his suffering is over and he has a new life now without pain.
Dimple Beck
Margaret Mary Marotto
June 8, 2006
Dear Bobby, Donald, Danny, Tony and all,
I will miss my "stand-in" godfather, not just for his smile and his sweetness, but also for his dependable presence. Through the good times and the bad times, my oldest cousin was there, stable and reliable. There will be a gap at the table during the lunch with the aunts and cousins when I come to town. I wish I could be there with you, but know that I'm thinking of you and thanking God for the memories I have of David and for the time he was in my life. Love you all.
Mike,Tim,Dan,Dave,Mike,Nikki,Cyndi & Bek
June 8, 2006
Tony and Julie,
We are all saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Bill, Melissa and Kids Lowers
June 8, 2006
Robert, our hearts go out to you and your family. I never knew your dad but I heard a lot about him. I am glad you had a man so great to teach you how to be the man that you are. I hope that you remember the good and never the end, the good is all that matters.
Love to you all
The Staff of Newcomer-Farley Funeral Home
June 8, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Tina & William (Jr.) Smith
June 7, 2006
"So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind."
That is my favorite part of this poem ;>
I'm sorry for your loss and I wanted to give you both a big *HUG*
Shanteze Klapp
June 7, 2006
I'll miss your kind words and encouragement, no matter what the situation at hand. I'll remember your jokes and comforting sense of humor when i was down. I'll miss sharing a bag of chips and icecream in front of the T.V. while i was pregnant and you took us in without a second thought.Like many others though i didnt miss out on having the greatest insightfull grandpa who loved me when i felt i didnt deserve his love,he gave it willingly and freely. Just having you in my life has made me a better person, and i will carry that love and guidance with me forever, and share it with my children. All my love to the both of you,Keep an eye on me from up there. know that i love you both and am praying for you grandma THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING.
All our love and prayers
Shanteze, Kyle, Kayden, Kayleb
and Kassi
Doug/Erin/Cindi Clemons
June 7, 2006
Our prayers are with you and your family, we are so sorry for your lose, may god bless and watch over you and your family
Linda, David and Brendan Isner
June 7, 2006
Dearest Bobby and Dave's beloved Family:
Dave was one of the sweetest, kindest and interesting people that we have ever known. We loved him and always considered him "one of our favorties". We always looked forward to seeing him and were only sad that we met him later in life when his health was failing. We would have loved to have been a part of the fishing, golfing and football Dave! We are so very sad to lose him but we are also happy that all pain and suffering is finished....he is truly in heaven...this we know. We will see you soon,
Barb Laughlin
June 7, 2006
Dad, you are my hero and will forever be in my heart.
Michelle Anderson
June 7, 2006
Tony and Mike:
I was so sad to hear about your dad, Dave. I ran into him and Bobby a couple years ago at the Linda Theatre and he had that usual happy smile on his face.That is one thing I always remembered about him. He was truly a wonderful and kind person and he had two wonderful sons like him. My thoughts are with you, Bobby, Julie, Theresa, and your children.
Tami Fugo (Jordan)
June 7, 2006
Bobby and the whole family:
My heart truly aches with yours! Although I haven't seen Dave in years, all of you have been in my prayers since his diagnosis. The tribute to him truly hit the nail on the head.
Bobby - I remember when you met Dave and then when you married him - you couldn't have picked a more genuine man than Dave (he picked a great lady too). And the thing that always stuck out in my mind was how he loved your children - as his own - and how they loved him!
It takes a very special person to be able to unconditionally love someone elses children (and to get them to love back) and I have always respected him for that! Just from how I know Beth felt about him, I can truly say that the old saying "anyone can be a father but it takes someone special to be a daddy" really sums up how special he truly is.
I will remember fondly the times I came over (probably too much) and he would watch us play ms pacman - never complaining about how late it was when I would finally leave - nothing. He ALWAYS had a smile on his face, a kind word on his lips and such compassion in his eyes.
Yours and your families' loss is huge and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. If there is ANYTHING that I can do - please don't hesitate to ask...I know what a strong lady you are - :o) Just know that I am here if you need to talk!
And finally, let me just say, when I lost my brother, Jason, I use to look at each day as one more day without him .... now I look at it as one more day closer to seeing him.
You will see Dave again!
Robin
June 7, 2006
You will always be my God.
I love you and I miss you more then I can say.
June 7, 2006
Tony & Julie-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
-Bek & Shannon Shrock
Sue Comko
June 7, 2006
Bobby, Scott, Barbara, and Family, I am so sorry to hear Dave has passed. He was a great guy and very kind person. It seemed to me that he was always thinking of other people instead of himself. I think back to times he came to my house and we would sit and talk about different things. Remember that he is in such a wonderful and better place. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that mine and my families prayers are with you all to get thru this tough time in your life. Someday we will all meet again.
Lori & Richard Buterbaugh
June 7, 2006
Dad, You are truly missed, we were all blessed with our time with you, You taught us all so much about life and courage. Your love of family and life will live on through all of us.
John Hinds
June 7, 2006
so sorry for your loss.
Gary & Julie Walters
June 7, 2006
Dear Bobby,
Our sympathies are with you in your time of sadness. Although we did not know Dave, I'm sure he was fine man and you and the family have sustained a significant loss.
In our younger years, Julie and I knew Dave's Dad and Uncles, and they were great guys.
Gary and Julie Walters
(Lisa's Dad & Mom)
The Staff at Plastic Solution
June 7, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Stephanie Dillon
June 7, 2006
The loss of someone close is so very difficult to bear, but as we share our grief and remember all the wonderful memories that Grandpa Dave left with us; they will bring us comfort. He is a spectacular person and we will all carry him on with all of his wonderful memories he left with us. All my Love.
adrienne george
June 7, 2006
i am so sorry for your loss, if there is anything that i can do to help please call me. my thoughts are with you. love you all, adrienne (beavis)
Michael Servantes & Family (Andrew, Connor, Austin) Servantes
June 7, 2006
I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss! I remember all the good times that you all shared! If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to ask!
This is a poem that I wrote just recently for another friend of mine and would like to share it with your during these hard times:
Not to Forget!
You never know what tomorrow will bring.
Look to others on days you have to believe.
Remember on the days you are lost.
Turning to true friends will help you the most.
Don’t ever feel like you must forget.
Silence or Anger whatever it takes!
The memory of your Angel is all it takes.
Memories of your Angel can make you smile.
Memories of your Angel will make you cry.
Memories of your Angel to help you by.
Memories of your Angel to help others by.
Standing in a window just looking out.
There stands a reflection only you know about.
Don’t be afraid just reach out!
Some days while better than most.
Pick the ones that matter the most.
Don’t forget those that matter most.
Someday they may help you the most.
In Memory of Heather Michelle Hardman
August 02, 1989 - May 12, 2006
Dean & Cindi Chinrock
June 7, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Bonnie Taylor
June 7, 2006
Dear Bobby and family: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know Dave well, but I know from the times I did see him he was a very warm and kind person. May you have comfort in knowing he is a angel and holding you in his wings.
mike barbuto
June 7, 2006
dad your love will carry on, i will be a great father, kyle and jacob will be great fathers as well as there kids someday. you were the best dad a child could wish for, thanks, love mike and family.
Janelle Cundiff
June 7, 2006
Bobby and Family,
Chris & I are very sorry to hear about your lose. You all did a wonderful job defining Dave and it leaves me with little else to say except, he was also a wonderful neighbor and friend to my family, especially my dad, Chuck. My family is very grateful for the special time that you allowed Chuck to spend with Dave. He truely was a great man.
We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please do not hestiate to ask.
With our deepest sympathy,
Christopher
and
Janelle (Clemons) Cundiff
Jennifer & Ashleah Fuller
June 7, 2006
My heart goes out to your family in this time of need. Beth has been one of my best friends for 16 years & I know how trying this has been. From past experiences I've seen how maintaining this book on line has helped many people through this time and contined to do so over the years. I hope that it will do the same for you.
Lisa Montgomery
June 7, 2006
Remember me not by then ending of my story, but rather by the beginning and the middle, that's where the best memories can be found.
This is how I choose to remember Dave. He touched my life in more ways that anyone can imagine (as did Mom).
He will remain forever in my heart as he will in anyone who knew him.
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