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1956
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2017
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David Ely Obituary
Born in Montrose, PA, on August 18, 1956, he was the son of the late Frank Carrier Ely and Helen Wilson Ely.
After graduating from Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences in 1978, Dave enjoyed a long career in the fluoropolymer industry, working for DuPont, LNP/ICI, Chromatics, and Fluoropolymer Resources before retiring to the mountains of Western North Carolina in 2014 where he founded Skyline Consulting.
Dave's hobbies and pastimes included photography, travel, and genealogical research. He enjoyed staying active and working with his hands. He was an active member of Grace Episcopal Church in Asheville.
Dave is survived by his two sons, Jason F. Ely of Golden, CO, and David J. Ely of Alamogordo, NM, and his sister, Anne Ely Wain and her husband Richard S. Wain, of Harrisburg, PA.
A memorial service will be held at Grace Episcopal Church, Asheville, Tuesday at 11 am with the Reverend Gary Coffey officiating. Interment will be at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Waverly, PA, at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (pancan.org).
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Stephen Smith
November 14, 2017
My dear friend Dave, rest in peace.
You will be deeply missed. Our friendship, over the last 30 years , has been a treasure.
My sympathy to the family especially Jason and David .... of whom you were so proud.
You will always be in my mind, heart, and prayers.
Jason or David please contact me 908-337-9851.
Al Van Tassel
November 13, 2017
Class of 1974 Montrose HS - It is always painful to hear of the loss of one of my classmates. I haven't seen David in many years, but I have two memories about David that had an impact on my life. He invited me to ride with his parents on our 8th grade class trip to Corning Glass and Watkins Glenn State Park. It made me feel like I was someone special. I remember answering a question in his father's science class and being reprimanded for not giving the correct answer. David actually proved to his father that my answer was correct. I wasn't too smart in science, but it was nice to have someone stick up for me. David had principles and stuck to them. I send my condolences to his family and friends.
Marty Cernek
November 10, 2017
I'm a fraternity brother Class of 1980 and just wanted to let the family know that even though I have not seen Dave since we all graduated my memories of Dave are warm and admiring. He was a rock and seemed to have an unflappably good attitude toward life and the crazy time it was to be where we were in 1977 and 1978. I'm sorry to hear that he had to deal with that awful form of cancer, but if anybody could deal with it with dignity and grace it would be Dave. I'm sorry I didn't get to be a small part of his support network when he was down. I wish you peace in your grief.
Gino Lercara
November 10, 2017
My God, I just found out that you are no longer with us mortals. I spoke to you just a few weeks ago and never thought that you would be gone so fast. You were a wonderful friend and I enjoyed your company very much. May God keep and nurture your soul. I offer my deep condolences to your wonderful family.
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bj
November 9, 2017
We are sorry for the loss of your dear loved
one. Among our most treasured blessings
is our sure hope of deliverance from
everything that causes pain and distress.
May fond memories and warm love help to
comfort your hearts and cushion your grief.
With deep sympathy.
Ralph Marcario
November 6, 2017
Ralph Marcario
November 6, 2017
Christine
November 5, 2017
You will be missed Dave. You were a wonderful loving father and treated my family like your own. I know you loved Asheville and we had fun exploring and taking pictures of the local natural beauty. I am sure your boys found all of your pictures and scrap books on your computer! Here is a picture of Dave doing one of the things he loved most.
We will always hold a place in our hearts for you. Love,
Christine, John, Connor and Nana
Cornell Vs Harvard a few years ago.
David Doupe
November 4, 2017
Dave loved FIJI.
David Doupe
November 4, 2017
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