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David McKay Obituary
Loved by many, Dave, 47, was born in San Jose, California. He owned and operated Smith & McKay Printing Company for 21 years, a family business which spanned four generations. Dave was a superb printer, using superior techniques to produce the finest results, receiving hundreds of awards. He was a devoted employer of seven staff members whom he valued immensely.
He will be greatly missed by his adoring girlfriend Penny Pruett of Santa Clara, his loving father, Leonard McKay of San Jose, his two sisters, Pam Miller & Annie O'Riley, brothers-in-law, Tony & Mick, his beautiful nieces Natasha, Holly, Barbara & Charlotte all of Melbourne, Australia, his brother, Chris McKay & children, Julie, Katie & Davey McKay of Red Bluff, his many devoted employees & friends. Dave was pre-deceased by his beloved mother, Barbara McKay, & grandmother Gene McKay.
Friends are invited to attend an informal Memorial Service to celebrate Dave's life on Fri., Oct. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at Smith & McKay Printing.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy Wiener
October 25, 2004
To Penny, Leonard and Dave's family & Friends:
I am one of many community members whose thoughts are with you and who share in the very sad loss of Dave, a respected professional and good friend to me, the Silicon Valley Children's Fund (SVCF) & Children's Shelter staff, Board and the County's abused and neglected children. This past June I wrote a letter to him acknowledging his achievement of the prestigious Craftsmanship of the Year Award for his work, including the SVCF calendar. In the letter I thanked him for his help over the years with our work -- for his dedication to high quality work and professionalism. We greatly appreciated his patience with our tight deadlines, his fair business practices and his generosity of spirit and heart. Dave was a caring gentle man who was a trusted friend. He contributed so much of himself and his product to our effort to help our kids. I have long valued his support and will forever hold him in my thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy Warwick
October 25, 2004
Penny - I was so sorry to read about Dave. Though we didn't have too many chances to be with you both, I know your relationship was very special. Be assured I understand what you are going through and my thoughs and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Call if you need someone to talk to. Dorothy
Jan Thomas
October 24, 2004
I was so sad and devastated to hear of Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, co-workers, and clients. He will be missed...and remembered always.
Pat and Ann Golmon
October 24, 2004
Our condolences to the McKay family on the loss of your beloved David. We will always remember his obvious devotion to his family, friends, and Smith/McKay printing and his sharing of his life experiences with us following the loss of our parents. His kindness to both of us and our parents will be a treasure.
Pat and Ann Golmon
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