David A. Maki Sr.

1938 - 2017

NEW IPSWICH -- David A. Maki, Sr., 78, of New Ipswich, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Monadnock Community Hospital, January 1, 2017. He was born in New Ipswich on October 4, 1938, son of the late George and Helen (Hill) Maki.

David was proud to have served in the U.S Army until 1965, and was a Vietnam Veteran. David worked many years in construction. Previous employers include Seppala and Aho Construction and Prime Roofing both in New Ipswich. He was a skilled roofer, and did so for most of his life. He was known for his incredible sense of humor and compassion for others. David loved fishing, especially, with his children and grandchildren whom he loved unconditionally. He also enjoyed tinkering on cars with his brothers, western films, country and gospel music, among other various hobbies. Most importantly David enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

David is survived by his wife Julie Maki. They were married on February 4, 1966. David is survived by his son David Maki Jr. of Homosassa, Fla., and is predeceased by his son Theodore Maki. He is survived by three daughters, Sheila Morse of Dublin, Wendy LaBelle and her husband James Sr., of Antrim, and Tammy Spoon of New Ipswich, and he is predeceased by his daughter Beverly Maki. David is survived by brothers, Roy Maki of New Ipswich, and Wayne Maki of Bennington, and is predeceased by his brother George Maki Jr. He is survived by his sisters, Sylvia Lawrence of New Ipswich, Naomi Stone of Greenville, and Ruth Brouilette of New Ipswich, and is predeceased by his sisters, Dorothy White and Lorraine Desrosiers.

David was blessed with his grandchildren, James LaBelle Jr., Teverly LaBelle, Daniel Spezzaferri, Grace Poitras, Alden Powers, Jetta Spoon, Rayna Spoon, Autumn Spoon, Kearney Spoon, Cory (William) Spoon Jr, Cameron Maki, Cale Maki, and Candence Maki.

Friends and family are warmly invites to calling hours on Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Michaud Funeral Home & Crematory.

The arrangements are in the care of the Michaud Funeral Home, 32 Maple St., Wilton, N.H. To view an online obituary or leave a condolence, please visit our web site at www.michaudfuneralhome.com

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