David A. Kidder

David Alan Kidder, 86, of Canfield, Ohio, passed peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Altercare of Bucyrus. Until recently, he had been able to live in his home; this was, primarily, due to the assistance of his friend, Gail Ray. When his decline in health became more serious, David came to Bucyrus, which allowed his daughter and son-in-law to be more available. His family would like to thank the entire staff of Altercare for their kind and compassionate care shown during his last months of life.

David was born September 18, 1938, at home, in Minerva, Ohio, to the late W.A. and Alma (Haynam) Kidder. David graduated from Minerva High School in 1956 and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Cincinnati in 1965. He worked as a CPA and his last job, before retirement, was serving as a Comptroller at Everflow Eastern Partners in Canfield.

David was previously married to Brenda (Dieffenbaugher) Fent, who survives. Later, he married Sylvia (Toscano) Kidder, who preceded him in death. Throughout his life, he enjoyed working with his hands and, when he put his mind to anything, it was always done to the best of his ability. In his younger years, he enjoyed working on antique automobiles, refinishing furniture, remodeling his home, and making wooden toys. He was always on the lookout for an auction, so he could add something to his collection. In his younger years, he was an avid golfer, and he was a former member of the Canfield Historical Society. David will certainly be remembered for his good sense of humor, which sometimes bordered on the irreverent side.

David is also survived by his daughter, Amy (Brad) Van Voorhis and grandchildren, Haley, Sam and Julia; Sylvia’s daughter, Alexis Toscano Palmer and her children, Isabella, Madeline, and Grace; sister, Jo Ann Oleyar; niece, Tracy (Sheldon); nephews, Rick (Kelly), and Paul (Caroline). He was preceded in death by brother-in-law, Richard Oleyar.

A celebration of life luncheon, where friends are encouraged to share stories with Dave’s family, will be held from 11 – 1 pm Saturday, July 26, at the Lane Family Reception Event Center, 45 N. Broad St., Canfield, Ohio 44406. Expressions of sympathy can be shared on his guestbook page at www.wisefuneral.com.