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1960
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2016
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David Ness Obituary
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for David Ness
Barbara Henke Koski
March 8, 2016
Dr. Ness will certainly be missed, he was such a kind man. I was blessed to know him and have him as my dentist for almost 20 years.
Bernice Henke
March 8, 2016
I just learning of dr. Ness's passing. I so very sorry to hear this. Due to non-insurance I had waited to see him and I just feel so bad. He was a jolly and good man and great dentist. I lost my husband Bud at age 63 in May of 2014 so I do feel your pain. If I can do anything, even offer mental support, please do not hesitate to contact me. May God's peace be with you and the family and friends.
Debbie Peterson
March 8, 2016
First my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
When I first went to Dr. Ness around 13 years ago I had no dental insurance and a mouth full of issues! My fear of the dentist kept me from going for a long time. He was so gentle and compassionate. His generosity was amazing. I am incredibly sad and will miss the way he always made me feel comfortable and welcome.
Tom & Linda Smolich
March 8, 2016
We are totally devastated - we also did not know until we called the office to set up an appt. We have been going to Greenwood Dental since before Dr. Ness took over so that has to be at least 25 tears.. Could not ask for a better dentist or a nicer guy. he alwasy talked about his kids and working with the boy scouts.
Our condolences to his family. HE WILL BE MISSED.
My then 6 year old's first visit with Dr. Ness 10 years ago.
Cheryl Wessely
March 1, 2016
Found this photo of my daughter's first visit to Dr. Ness. Now 16 she has never been to another dentist. We miss you Dr. Ness.
Ruth Ann & Ed Hladish
February 25, 2016
We have been deeply saddened by the sudden loss of this very gentle, kind and talented dentist. We have been his patients since he took over after the passing of Dr. Ron Paiser and we felt so fortunate to have another great dentist.
We know our sadness is shared by the entire staff at Greenwood Dental as well as his loving wife, Nancy and his family - plus all the members of the Boy Scout Troop that he was so closely associated with.
Dr. Ness was a kind and gifted man We were privileged to have him as our friend and family dentist. He will be long remembered. Again, our deepest feelings of sympathy to all.
Cynthia and Damon Doucet
January 27, 2016
Deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Dr. Ness' family and the team at Greenwood Dental. We had the privilege of being Dr. Ness' patients for over 20 years, and we will miss him and remember him fondly.
Cheryl Wessely
January 26, 2016
Just found out the news. Totally devastated. He's been my dentist for over 20 years. He's been the only dentist my kids have known. The world lost a great man.
Cheryl Coleman
January 25, 2016
I would like to apologize for this late expression of our condolences. Like many others we just found out about Dr. Ness's passing. Our condolences to his family. Not was only was Dr. Ness a gentle, kind man but he was compassionate with a great sense of humor, as well. He provided dental services for many years for our family, including for our aging parents. When we asked him to help our parents, who needed dental services but did not have dental insurance, he was kind enough to allow them to arrange to pay for the services. We are forever grateful for his kindness and compassion shown to our family. We truly counted him as a friend to our family and will be missed dearly. Your family will be in our prayers.
Debra Shields
January 25, 2016
Nancy, Diana, Kevin and Jamie,
I was out of the country and when I returned I heard the very sad news of the passing of David. I always have enjoyed working with your children and I have admired all of you as a family unit. I can not imagine the sadness and pain that you are going through at this time. Please keep his memories alive by talking about him and all the wonderful times that you have had as a family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Debbie
Mrs. Shields
linda meyer
January 21, 2016
My sympathy to Dr. Ness' family. He was my dentist from the day he started at Greenwood dental until I moved to Missouri . My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
January 16, 2016
Sending our condolences to the family of Dr. Ness. He was our dentist for many years. He was such a very nice man and gentle dentist.
Kathi, Jonathan and Brittney Parker
Kelly Spratt-Szarzynski
January 13, 2016
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dr Ness passing. As so many have mentioned, he was a gentle and kind man, and certainly made going to the dentist a more relaxing experience. We will miss him and his calming nature.
Terry Doerr
January 13, 2016
Dr. Ness was our dentist for many, many years. He was a gentle giant. Always kind & caring. Our condolences to his family in their terrible loss. He will be greatly missed.
Judy Jurijczuk
January 12, 2016
Condolences to Dr. Ness' family. He was a gentle man who made you feel comfortable while he was doing his job. My son went to see him a few times, and he was very kind to him. Sympathy wishes to Mel Ness, his father, who I worked with at VR/Wesson-Fansteel many years ago. Prayers are coming your way....
Anacelly Nixon
January 12, 2016
Dr Ness was my dentist for 28 years! I'd always looked forward to my teeth cleaning and to hear him say "Perfect as always!" You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ness family. May God bless you.
Gail Frew
January 12, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Ness. I was so saddened to hear of his passing. He was so very kind and such a gentle spirit. He always seemed to be smiling. Dr. Ness has been my dentist since he started at Greenwood. I will miss him tremendously. I am grateful to know that he's with his Lord and Savior, Jesus. My husband also sends his sympathy to the family. May God be your comfort and peace as you grieve this dear loss.
Odie Pahl
January 12, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of David Ness. I did not know him as a dentist, but as a parent and husband. He was a really good guy. Loving prayers to his family. You are deeply loved...
Tammy Voss-Surprise
January 12, 2016
David is a man who touched so many lives. My family will always remember his fantastic smile and kind, gentle soul. He did great things with his life. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Chris
January 12, 2016
My most heartfelt condolences go out to Dr. Ness' family. I was very sad to hear about his passing. He was very honest and caring and I always felt like I was in good hands with him. I continued to drive a long distance to see him even when I no longer worked or lived in the area.
Barbara Yarbrough
January 12, 2016
To the entire Ness family: Dr. Ness was the kindest Dentist we 'Ever' met. He was so gentle and his spirit was so warm. He will Truly be missed by our Family. He was an 'Angel' of the dental industry! He is with God now, so R.I.P. Dr. Ness. To Dr. Ness working Staff: During this difficult time, you too can also Hold onto God's unchanging hands, and God will pull Everyone through this. Gone but never Forgotten!!!
Robert & Kay Andersen
January 12, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Ness family. He has been our dentist since Dr. Georges retired. He was so nice and always made us feel at ease. We are saddened for your loss.
Joe and Vicki Bousson
January 11, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Ness family. We were shocked and saddened to hear about Dr. Ness, he was such a nice guy, and will be missed. Your family is in our prayers.
January 11, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We have been with Dr Ness for over 20 years. We will miss him.
Susan and Jerry Nelson
January 11, 2016
We have been patients of Dr. Ness since he joined Greenwood Dental. He was the kindest and most painless dentist we've ever had. He will be sorely missed. We offer our deepest sympathies to his family and his staff.
Mary Jane and Bill Adee, Waukegan.
Bryan Beck
January 11, 2016
We're so sorry to hear about your brother Steve. Our heart felt sympathies to you and all Dave's family. Bryan, Gloria, and Kenny Beck
Ellen Keirnan
January 11, 2016
I first met Dave at line dancing and then he became my new dentist at Greenwood Dental. We always laughed about that and I looked forward to each visit. He will be missed!
Cheryl Hall
January 11, 2016
Dr Ness will be so missed. He took away my fear of the dentist and I always described him as a gentle giant. He was the best dentist I have ever known and his patients mourn his loss. Sympathy of the deepest to the family. I am still in shock.
Diana Roberts
January 11, 2016
I have been a patient at Greenwood Dental for almost 50 years. When Dr. Ness took over after Ron Paiser passed, I was nervous. There was no need. I found Dr. Ness to be kind and gentle. My deepest sympathy to his family and the Greenwood Dental staff. He will be missed.
Kathy Debevec
January 11, 2016
Mel and Sue, we are so sorry for your loss. I remember David as a small boy at Immanuel..so much energy. Sincerely Tony and Kathy Debevec
Colleen Saam
January 10, 2016
My Deepest Sympathy to the Entire Ness family. I was so shocked to hear this news. I have always had such anxiety when having to go to the dentist. Dr. Ness was so awesome at working with me through all my visits. Not sure his shoes can ever be filled.
Colleen Saam and Family
Ken and Joan Church
January 10, 2016
We were patients of Dr. Ness's predecessor, Dr. Paiser. After Ron's passing, we wondered about the dentist who would replace him. From our first visit, we knew we had made the right decision to stay with Greenwood, and we told Dr. Ness that. He was always compassionate, interested in whatever issues we had, and just a kind, caring gentle man. He will be missed both as a dentist and a wonderful human being. May he rest in peace.
Dorothy & Ken Wentworth
January 10, 2016
To all the family of David:
David was more than just our dentist, he was our friend. Our daughter, Pam worked for David for many years and retired from Greenwood. We watched their children grow up and go on to higher education. Jamie is the last to be in high school.
Know that our hearts are in sympathy with all the Ness family.
Grace Beaudoin
January 10, 2016
Visiting a dentist is one of my least favorite things to do. However, Dr. Ness made my appointments a pleasure. He was a true professional, as well as kind and gentle. My family and I have been his patients for more years than I can remember. We are all saddened by his death and wish to extend our since condolences to his family. Please know that he was a wonderful dentist and loved by his patients.
Rita Shubitz
January 10, 2016
As a patient of Dr. Ness for many years I would like to send sympathy to his family. He allowed my oldest son to "shadow" him one summer so that he could experience "a day of work as a dentist." My son was impressed with all he shared with him that day, especially the trip to the restaurant for lunch! I will remember Dr. Ness as a role model and fine dentist. Our prayers to his family.
Karen Bendickson
January 10, 2016
Dear Nancy, Diana, Kevin & Jamie: So sorry to hear this news...Be grateful for the time spent with him. He is in a better place now. I wish you all peace and in time, joy! Karen Ed Chris & Matt Bendickson
Lauren Weir
January 10, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lauren Weir
January 10, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ruth Ann & Ed Hladish
January 9, 2016
Our deepest sympathy goes to the family and staff of Dr. David Ness. We were fortunate in having him as our family dentist since he came to the office on Greenwood. We respected and admired him for his outstanding skills in dentistry and for the kind and gentle person he was. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.God bless you always. We will never forget him and the very special person he was.
Jim & Karen, Mike and Jenny Tenyer
January 9, 2016
Our deepest sympathy at the great loss of Dr. Ness. He has been our family dentist for over 25 years, watching our chidren grow and taking great care of all of us! He was always kind, friendly, caring, gentle, and professional! He will be greatly missed!
Tom Kenney
January 9, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom and Michelle Kenney (Colin's parents)
January 9, 2016
Our hearts and prayers are with the Ness family. Deepest condolences from long time patients, Kim, Vicky, and Kari Kirkegaard
Wally & Yoshi Juravic
January 9, 2016
Our hearts are filled with sadness at David's departure, but rejoice that he is at home with Jesus.
Carol Bigham
January 9, 2016
May the comfort and peace of God's love help your family through this time of grief. I was a patient of Dr Ness and respected his dedication to providing excellent professional service. He was so friendly & personable always making sure you were comfortable, understanding each procedure. He was a credit to his profession and will be missed.
Michael Pimpo
January 8, 2016
We are praying for you Nancy and your children. My heart broke today when I received the call from the office of your husband's passing. Dr. Ness was a special individual whom my wife and I have had the privilege of knowing for the past seven years. He faithfully helped to take care of our dental needs and supported our PLAN Food pantry outreach located in Round Lake Beach when we had the Wendy's fundraisers. Dr. David Ness was a wonderful man of God! Our sincere condolences. Pastor Michael and Michele Pimpo
Pete Anderson
January 8, 2016
Nancy & Children,
We are SO sorry for your loss. We hope that your family knows that we are thinking of you during this extremely difficult time. Dave was an amazing guy, We were blessed to have been his clients (and Pete his neighbor). This earth has lost a great man. Our sincere condolences.
Pete, Debby, Lonnie & Ian Anderson
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