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David Postiy Obituary
age 43 of Canton, passed away Friday evening. David was a 1996 graduate of Northwest High School and a graduate of Walsh University in 2017, where he earned a Masters Degree as a Nurse Practitioner. He worked for the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center as a nurse for the better part of his career. David was a lover of all things outdoors, skiing, biking, roller coasters, as well as traveling with friends. He was a loving uncle to his niece and nephews.
He is survived by his mother, Freddi Postiy; father, Dave Postiy; sister, Danielle (Paul) Harper; nephews, Dylan, Aidan, Brandon, and niece, Holly Harper.
Family and friends will be received on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rossi Family Funeral Home and Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. with services to follow at 1 p.m.
(ROSSI-330-492-5830)
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Karen Laskey
August 5, 2025
You are missed Dave...RIP friend.
Karen Laskey
August 5, 2023
David , You are missed by all your friends from work at Mercy and we think of you often.. I good guy and friend gone to heaven. Prayers
Diana
August 12, 2021
My heart goes out to Dave´s family,so sorry for your loss. I got to know Dave from work, same age as one of my sons. He´s a good guy and will be missed.
Trish Breedlove
August 11, 2021
Dave always made work more fun with his sense of humor. Great compassionate man. God bless his family
Nancy Mattes
August 11, 2021
My Heartfelt sympathy & Love to DJ´s father Dave and Family. I only met DJ a few times through his father and my work at Mercy. Over the years I heard nothing but positive compliments on his care to his patients. He gave 100% to all. May your Faith in God get you through this difficult time,
Blessings & Love, Nancy
Karen Fravel
August 11, 2021
Blessings and prayers for Dave´s family. Dave was a friend to all. He was a great person and nurse.
Tom Tonya
August 11, 2021
May God give you the peace and comfort that you provided to your patients Dave. My prayers are forever with you and your family. I cant begin to tell you how saddened I am at your passing. You´ll be sorely missed my friend. God rest your soul in eternal peace.
Amanda Linz
August 11, 2021
Peace be with you.
Karen Laskey
August 11, 2021
I will always remember Dave as a great friend and co-worker and a excellent nurse. Dave was always willing to help anyone and could make you laugh with his jokes while keeping a stright face. Rest in peace my friend. Prayers for you and your family.
Dolly Gibas
August 11, 2021
Dear friend, rest peacefully without stress in the arms of Jesus. You are loved and will be remembered.
Shelley Harper
August 11, 2021
Danielle, Dave, Freddie and family praying for you all. My heart is breaking for you all. DJ will be greatly missed. Love you all. Shelley
Tim and Cindy Staley
August 11, 2021
May we offer our deepest sympathies to the Family of Dave. We met Dave through our son, Ryan. He helped take care of Ryan after his surgery at Mercy Medical. We will always remember Dave's compassion, kindness and wonderful ways. Love and Prayers Tim and Cindy Staley
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