Eklund David Edward

David Edward Eklund died peacefully on May 16, 2018, in Charlottesville, Virginia, at the age of 62, after a battle with cancer. David is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Cheryl; and two sons, Dr. Erik Arne Eklund of Charlottesville, and Kyle Anders Eklund of Richmond. He is also survived by his brothers, Paul (Ginger), Bruce (Sharon), and Jon (Natalie); his sister, Lisa (Phyllis); his mother-in-law, Shirley Pecor; his sister-in-law, Cherie Spittle (Jay), along with his five nieces, and four nephews. David was preceded in death by his father, Robert O. Eklund; and his mother, Elinor C. Eklund. He was also preceded in death by his aunt, Jean Chase; and his father-in-law, Kenneth Pecor. David was born on March 7, 1956, in Norwood, Massachusetts. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1980. He married Cheryl on October 12, 1985, and they settled in Charlottesville, Virginia. David's love of music and passion for the arts fueled his contributions to, and enthusiastic support of, the arts and music. His business, Eklund Videography, gave him the opportunity to document numerous concerts, plays, recitals, weddings, educational, sporting, and cultural events in the greater Charlottesville and surrounding areas, and in North Carolina, for over 20 years. North Carolina's Outer Banks were also a favorite spot for David and his family who enjoyed the beach, camping, and fishing; along with many other family oceanside vacations to locales from the Maine to Florida coasts, always being sure to visit each nearby aquarium with his sons. A service of remembrance officiated by the Rev. Alex McGee is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2018, at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial Church, 717 Rugby Road, Charlottesville, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to any of the following organizations: Charlottesville Jazz Society (cvillejazz.org), 2027 Woodbrook Court, Charlottesville, VA 22901, Live Arts (livearts.org), 123 East Water Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902, Greenpeace (greenpeace.org), or your local SPCA. Condolence notes can be sent to David's family at Legacy.com