David R. Malm

David R. Malm obituary, Mesa, AZ

David R. Malm

David Malm Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 1, 2022.
David R. Malm passed away peacefully on August 30th, 2022 in Mesa, AZ He was born in Rockford, IL on July 11th, 1940. He and Nancy Kay Nelson were married on February 16th, 1963. They moved with their family to Mesa, AZ in 1981.

Dave was a gifted storyteller, talented singer and musician. One of the things he was most proud of was his time singing in a quartette. He even composed a song entitled "Jet's Minuet," when he was a little boy. Throughout his adult life he was passionate about politics and all things sports!

Dave is survived by his children: Denise Malm, Kevin Malm, Troy Malm and Betsy Malm; grandchildren Jessica Malm and Taylor McGuire Ibanes (Sanny); great grandchildren Ella, Reese and Frankie Phelps; sister Karin Malm Bohr. He was preceded in death by his wife Nancy (Nelson) Malm.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday September 3rd, 2022 at 11:30am at the McQueen Park Activity Center, in the Coyote Room, 510 N. Horne Street, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Rockford Family Peach Center, 315 N. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101.

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September 11, 2022

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Hazie Sadewater

September 11, 2022

Dave was a special Individual a Christian and a good Friend! When Dave and Nancy lived in Rockford and starting a family I would stop down and see them and have a visit! Always interesting times! Dave and I share this Cancer call Leukemia he would tell me what to expect and put my mind at ease on some of the things I was worried about! He´d tell me what books he was reading and how good they were. My very sincere condolence´s to all Family and Friends!

Kay Phillip

September 3, 2022

I have so many good memories of Dave and me when we were kids. At our grandma Hallen's house, Pleasant Lake and more. He was a good man. My condolences to all. Cousin Kay Phillip

Jerry and Susie Darr

September 1, 2022

Dave will be missed here at Mt View Estates. He was a
true gentleman and I loved to hear his stories about
flying and his service in the US Air Force. The rob roys
will miss him also.

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