David Brent DeYoung

David Brent DeYoung obituary, Grand Rapids, MI

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20

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10:00 a.m.

Lowell United Methodist Church

621 E. Main St., Lowell, MI 49331

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20

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11:00 a.m.

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621 E. Main St., Lowell, MI 49331

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David DeYoung Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Roth-Gerst Chapel - Lowell on Feb. 17, 2026.
David Brent DeYoung, age 72 of Grand Rapids, passed away February 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Julie; and parents, Jerry and Jeanette DeYoung. David is survived by his wife, Deb; children, Jennifer (John) Peterson, Jeanette (Gavin) Carey-Smith, Stacie (Mike) Barnes, Denny Stickney, Jamie (Lou Jean) Stickney, Brandon (Carrie) Stickney; 21 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; siblings-in-law, Robert, Carl, Roger, and Sharon; many nieces and nephews; canine companion Paisley; and Florida dog park friends.

David graduated from Grand Rapids Central High School, class of '71. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. David went on to work for Steelcase for many years.

Funeral services will be held at 11AM on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Lowell United Methodist Church, 621 E. Main St. Lowell, Michigan 49331, with visitation one hour prior. Pastor Brad Brillhart officiating. Interment Bowne Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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Feb

20

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Lowell United Methodist Church

621 E. Main St., Lowell, MI 49331

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Feb

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11:00 a.m.

Lowell United Methodist Church

621 E. Main St., Lowell, MI 49331

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Services provided by

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