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David Lee Summers

David Summers Obituary

David Lee Summers 1941 ~ 2005 David Lee Summers retired from work a little earlier than expected in his home Jan. 15, 2005. Pop was born on Aug. 12, 1941 to Joseph Newton and Juanita Bybee Summers in Anaconda, MT. Dave is the youngest of his two brothers and three sisters. Pop served a Spanish-American LDS mission in Southern Texas and his country as a U.S. Marines. He met his match, LaRae Shipley, 40 years ago and has been lovingly doting over her ever since. He lived a life of service in work, in church, and in his family. He is survived by his pride and joy- his family, which includes his wife LaRae, his children: Ryatt (Kelli), Ray (Kari), Russ (Amie), Ruth (Arn) Kniffen, Rachel (Shane) Nerdin, Rance (Emily), Rich (Awbree), and 29 grandchildren ranging in age from 12 years to 3 on the way. He will be greatly missed every Sunday at family dinner, at Boy's Camp, and all the days in between. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday Jan. 21st at the Sandy Utah Central Stake Center, 1050 E. Galena Dr. Viewing will be Thursday, Jan. 20th, 6-8 p.m. at the Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 So. 2200 W. Riverton and one hour prior Friday at the church. Interment Utah Veterans Memorial Park.

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Published by Deseret News on Jan. 19, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for David Summers

26 Entries

Cori Hauser

January 29, 2005

Summers Family,

I was so sad to hear of your loss. I will always remember Pop for the love he had to share. He always made me feel so welcome to be at your house and with your family. The thing I will never forget about Pop and always try to emulate is how he always held Mom’s hand. I remember as a child thinking how neat it was that even as a couple who had been married for a while, they still expressed their love for each other in that simple, yet public way. It meant a lot to me. I am thinking of you during this difficult time.

Susan Homer

January 26, 2005

Dear Summer Family,

I was so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your father and husband. I remember POP from hanging out with Ryatt, Ray, and Russ in the Jordan Jazz Band. He always had a smile and a hug for me. I loved visiting your home. I hope your spirits are high knowing what a wonderful person Pop was and the many smiles and hugs he gave to people. My Prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love Susan (Cartmell) Homer

DR. BRENT & DOROTHY CRAVEN

January 24, 2005

Dave has been visiting our dental office for 20 plus years, helping us with our repair needs. Never did we see Dave that de didn't have a beautiful smile on his face. He was our all time favorite repair man---and you could always count on Dave to do a great job for you because he really knew his business. Dave will definitely be missed in the "Dental World"! It was a honor to know him over the years.

Darryl Eccleston

January 23, 2005

I was a High School friend of Davids, We did alot in high school. I had a great opportunity to talk to David this summer at our 45th reunion. We talked for a long time and covered alot of our lives. He will be greatly missed. He was one of a kind

Lynnise and Collette Harward

January 21, 2005

Aunt Larae and family...

We can't say how surprised and sorry we were to hear of Uncle David's death. He will always be remembered for his affection and playfulness. He will be deeply missed.

The Hunters

January 20, 2005

Words can not express the incedible warm feeling of being around Pop. With such a large family it was so amazing to me how special he made me feel. I can not ever remember a time when Pop did not give me a hug and tell me how great it was to see me. This special man has touched my heart and the lives of my entire family. Thank you Pop!

Love- Kriss

Jennifer McKenna-Sanderson

January 20, 2005

Dear Summers Family- I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dave. I remember so many good things about Dave, as well as your whole family. When we moved to Sandy you took our family under your wing. I remember that we were newly converted and Ruthy became my best friend. We corresponded for years and I miss the old times when we would get together for family home evening and LaRae's yummy homemade chocolate cookies. Dave will be dearly missed by our family and it is a great loss to this world, but I know our Heavenly Father needed him to come home. I will always remember his warm smiles and nice hugs. I was just a little girl...but I remember it as if it were yesterday. I love you all and will never forget the light your family brought to ours.

Love,

Jenny Sanderson

(McKenna)

Jennifer Davis

January 20, 2005

Summers Family,

I have enjoyed getting to know Dave and the family over the years at the dental office (Dr. Crowther's). Dave is such a great person. He always had a smile on and something good to say. He loved to talk about his family. He was very proud of all of them. I will miss him as a patient, friend and as a very knowledgable repair man. He truely knew his stuff.

Brent Huffman

January 20, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss, LaRae. Hope and I both consider you a dear friend. Please take care and let us know of anything we can do for you.

Deann Stratton

January 20, 2005

Mom and family,

Pop was an amazing man. He never ceased to make me feel like one of his own. I feel very blessed to have known him. I will always appreciate the love he showed me and remember the way I felt when you and Pop showed up for mine and Jeff's sealing. We love you and you are now and always will be in our prayers.

We love you,

Jeff and Deann

Alan Cutler

January 19, 2005

LaRae, and Summers children and grandchildren. When I received news of David's passing via telephone I was very sad knowing I had lost a very good friend. I went to school in Anaconda, Montana with Dave and we served in the Marine Corps together. SEMPER FIDELIS (always faithfull) DAVID. Dave and I kept in touch via telephone over the years and on special occasions. He always inquired as to our family and kids, and spoke fondly of his and LaRae's. We wish to express our heartfelt sorrow to LaRae and children. Try to remember the great times you spent with Dave and your father and:

To everything there is a season

A time for every purpose under Heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1

Alan Cutler and wife Linda (Sacramento CA)

[email protected]

Shane and Crystal Martin

January 19, 2005

Knowing Brother Summers was an honor. He truly had a heart of gold with enough room in it for everyone. While we were never able to attend Sunday dinner with your family, his reoccurring invitations meant more to us than you could ever know. His magnetic and genuine smile was infectious and his tender words so sweet. He will be greatly missed.

Alyson (Stringham) Brader

January 19, 2005

Summers,

Our prayers are with you and you are in our thoughts. Mom, Pop was such a good man and the two of you always made me feel like I was just another family member. I will miss Pop's tender hugs and gentle smiles. I appreciate all of your support and friendship throughout my life and I love all of you and treasure you.

Erin & Gene Whiteley-Ross

January 19, 2005

We are shocked and saddened by the loss of Uncle David. We are sure that you are more so. Our prays and hearts are with you. He will be greatly missed by us and by all.

Larry "Buddha" Larsen

January 19, 2005

Summers family,

We at Rust to Rods are very Sorry to hear of Daves Passing. He was such a great guy to talk to when he came into the store. It was great being in on the surprise for him on his gages.He was very surprised.We've lost a great friend.

Buddha and the whole crew at Rust to Rods. We Wish the family the best.

Keith & Sandra Fisher

January 19, 2005

To "The Summer's Family"

We are truly sorry for the loss of Dave so soon. We have good memories of Dave and your family. That trailer he cooked on at ward functions and the terrific Santa that he played are some of them. We're sure he's been called on a special mission. Dave always was someone you could take your troubles to. Our thoughts are with you at this tender time. Love, Keith, Sandra and Family

Lynda (Clements) Feierer

January 19, 2005

Summers Family,

My prayers will be with you during this difficult period of transition. I will always remember Brother Summers great smile and wonderful laugh. Thanks for sharing him with all of us while we were growing up in the "Sandy 36th Ward"

May God be with you and offer peace.

Andy and Debby Ostler

January 19, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of Dave's death. I cherish many experiences involving sports in the stake. I will always remember the boys and of course Rachel.

If you don't remember us by our name we are Stephanie Ostler's parents. May God's richest blessings be with you and your family

Andy and Debby Ostler formerly of the Edgemont Ward.

Dyana Jones

January 19, 2005

Summers Family

My thoughts and prayers have been with you since I heard of your great loss. I don't have to tell you that Pop was the best. He was so kind and loving to me throughout the years. I only have happy memories of him. Thank you for sharing him with me.

Jim and Cindy Sanderson

January 19, 2005

Dave and LaRae have been our guiding light over the years since first we met in February of 1980. Dave's gentle manor and his tender heart with the twinkle in his eye always made us feel loved and cared about.

We have always felt like family and deeply connected spiritually.

Being converts to the Church, Dave and LaRae gave great guidance and direction in our early years of challenge and adjustment. Dave will be deeply missed and aften thought about in our quiet moments and always in our hearts.

We love you Dave and know that you are directing and instructing God's children that have gone on before us. Please continue to watch over Jim and me!

--I miss your hugs already...

Tim Shipley

January 19, 2005

Summers, I'm sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great guy.

Jim, Darlene ,Ang & Jen Anderson

January 19, 2005

LaRae and family,

Our prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Dave was a special person to our family. He took Jim under his wings to fellowship him and be a friend, he was like a second dad to Jen and was always there to give support to the Anderson family.

Dave was a tremendous man and remember that he is with our Lord and Savior now taking his good works to do on the other side.

May God be with you until you meet again.

Bobbi Rogers Kalt

January 19, 2005

LaRae and family--

My fondest memories of Dave was his wonderful sense of humor and his great ability to make those of us who felt unworthy feel accepted and loved always. He touched many individuals in my extended family when he came to our home to be Santa for Christmas parties. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Coby Hauser

January 19, 2005

Dear Summers Family I want to express my love to you and my condolensces for you loss. Pop was always a second father to me and I always felt loved by him and by your entire family. It always amazed me at the amount of love Pop had to offer...there never seemed to be a lack with him or Mom. Thank you for so many childhood memories and allowing me to be part of your wonderful family. I know that one day we will see Pop again.

Barb/Kevin Connors

January 19, 2005

You will be greatly missed by all.

Layne Shipley

January 18, 2005

We're going to miss you very much!

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