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Dave Pearson Obituary

Dave L Pearson
September 8, 1950 - February 27, 2014
PEARSON, Dave L. 63 died at his home in Arvada , CO, on February 27, 2014. Dave was born in Boise, ID. Dave received his BA from Boise State University and served in the US Navy from February 1969 to April 1973. Dave enjoyed fishing, skiing, reading, traveling around the world and spending time with his family. He will be missed by his devoted and loving wife of 32 years Carolyn, his step-daughter, Daina and his grandsons Camden and Carter. Dave is also survived by his brother Don Pearson and his sisters Lynda Marcotte and Patti Fishback. Dave had many nieces and nephews. A celebration of Dave's life will be held in Denver, CO. Donations for PSP research can be made in Dave Pearson's memory at CURE PSP www.psp.org or 800-457-4777.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Mar. 5, 2014.

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Tim and Jo Lough

March 9, 2014

It has been a long time since Tim and I have seen Dave but I've run into Patty several times and have been given updates on his condition he was a really good guy we always had a lot of fun with him in our younger crazy days. He was a great guy and a good friend. We wish your family the best and our prayers are with you .God bless you.

March 6, 2014

Dave was a one-of-a-kind idealist with a big brain and a drive to match. He left a huge impression on our lives and the lives of many others. Our deepest sympathy to Carolyn and the whole family, Colleen and Tom Maile, Eagle, Idaho

March 6, 2014

Lynda, my deepest sympathies for you and your family with the loss of your brother. My mom died on 12/25/12 and Bette Jo white berryman's mother died on 3/1/14. Her obituary was listed the same day as Dave's. It is difficult to lose loved ones! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Patty Gribble Tennyson

March 6, 2014

I will always love and miss you. Your sister.
Lynda Marcotte

Michael Prata

March 5, 2014

My old college room mate.Although we had lost touch I fondly remember ed Dave often. It was a great party! RIP my trusted friend.

T.J. Martin

March 5, 2014

It's been over 30 years since I saw you and I'm still laughing at the great times we had. Going to miss you. Rest well my friend.

Kym Coronado

March 5, 2014

Cousin Dave - you will always be in my heart.

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