David Boston Obituary

Name: Mass of Christian Burial for David Boston
Start: 2024-01-19T14:30:00.000Z
Location: St. Rita's Catholic Church

Boston, David Anthony

David Anthony Boston (Bostyan) passed away unexpectedly on Saturday January 13th 2024. David was born in Dayton Ohio on May 10th 1954. David was long-time owner of Boston's Bistro and Pub (previously The Sports Page). He was a valued member of the Magyar Club of Dayton. David's passion was his Hungarian heritage and his goal was to share his seasoning and Kolbaz with the world. David had a deep love for his family and friends and a profound pride for the Dayton community. He was extremely generous, always willing to help someone in need, and possessed the incredible ability to find the good in people.

David was preceded by his father Stephen Boston and mother Helen Boston. He is survived by his former wife Mary Boston and his children David Jr. (Erica), Eva (Ceili), Matthew and Patrick, as well as his siblings Steve, Mary Helen (Bruce Wright), Betsy, Barbara, Jim (Jane) Michael (Sally), Tom (Linda), Patty (Larry Burrows) and Annette.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 19th at 9:30am at St Rita's Catholic Church located at 5401 N Main St Dayton, Ohio 45415. Gathering to immediately follow. Afterwards there will be a celebration of life on Friday, January 19th at 12pm at American Czech-Slovak Club located at 922 Valley Street Dayton, Ohio 45404.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Magyar Club of Dayton & SW Ohio PO Box 63, Englewood, OH 45322

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for David Boston

9 Entries

Ann Leigh

January 13, 2025

I remember that day when Mary, the president of the American Slovak Czech club, called to give me the news of David's sudden death. I was checking out of a doctor's office when I got the call and let out a scream. Way to young and I miss him to this day and "mad" because as being much older than him, it was my turn, not his.

Victoria Fox

January 23, 2024

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's passing. I didn't learn about it until after the memorial or I would have been there. I just saw him at Holly Days. Have known Dave since sometime in the mid 1990's and always enjoyed seeing him out and about at festivals promoting his pub/s and good beers. My deepest condolences to the family and his community of friends. Dave never knew a stranger. We'll miss you Dave.

Sandy Ventura Zerkel

January 22, 2024

My deepest condolences to David's family and his siblings! I wanted so badly to attend his service, but I was ill that day. My name is Sandy Ventura Zerkel. Your family and my Family were friends for many years. My parents Joe and Bonnie Ventura. I babysat for some of you on several occasions. I would love to have seen all of you.
God bless all of you and know that you are in my prayers!
Sandy and Don Zerkel

Valerie Earnest, née Gross

January 20, 2024

David was one of the few that never mocked me or call me names when in school. I saw him a few times early on after graduating. We had a few talks. Reconnecting at our class reunions David was still that caring sweet guy. He will be missed. R.I. P. Dave

Robert Van Leeuwen

January 18, 2024

David was a friend and colleague - he was instrumental in Downtown dAYTON - A GREAT COOK, AND PROPRIETOR ... DAMN THIS IS TOO SAD ...

David and Grace Baker

January 18, 2024

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Ruth A Waymire

January 17, 2024

David was a wonderful man, always very friendly and down to earth, he will be missed. Ruth Waymire

Hal Richthammer

January 17, 2024

So Many good times were shared at the Bistro with family and friends
Dave was a Dayton Icon and he will be missed.
Hal

Ann Wolff Leigh

January 17, 2024

Dancing with David to "Sweet Caroline" on Dutoit St. at Liederkranz German Picnic, under the stars, looking out at the lights of downtown Dayton, the night I first met him. The song will always bring back the most romantic night of my life. He was with me this past Christmas Eve mass at St. Mary Church and joined me and my choir friends for a small party after in the rectory. Although only friends for a little over two years we became good friends, the friendship I cherish and will never forget David, my much younger than me, friend. He told me one time he was "ready to go" but we were not ready to lose him.

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