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SCOTIA - David Gustafson passed away suddenly on January 17, 2026 at his home in Scotia, N.Y.
He was born May 27, 1957 in Paramus, New Jersey to the late Janet and Carl Gustafson. He graduated from Paramus High School in 1975, and attended Bergen Community College, obtaining an associates degree.
David lived in Maywood, N.J., before moving up to Scotia in 2022. He was employed at Hackensack Meridian Medical Center in New Jersey for over 30 years. He was a chef in the main kitchen. In addition, he worked in the Childcare Center kitchen.
David enjoyed spending time in the Adirondacks with friends.
He is survived by his sister, Ellen, and his nephew, Keith Smollin.
A memorial will be planned for May in New Jersey to celebrate his life. Please see Newcomeralbany.com to leave a special message for the family.
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Alan Newman
January 21, 2026
I had the pleasure of living behind Dave while the two of us grew up. Dave was a great guy, friend and neighbor. He always had a great smile and his humor was the best. I can't say enough about him! I'll miss him and the great times that we had. The four of us. Tom McGimpsey, Jerry Flynn, Dave and myself had that special friendship growing up.
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Patty Winters Lauro
January 20, 2026
I remember David from our school days and always considered him one of the nicest people in Paramus. I will always remember running into him with Mike Dickinson in Wyoming on a bus to shoot the rapids and so my family and I joined them on the boat down the Snake River. I will miss seeing his posts on Facebook about the old days and the hit songs of our past. RIP David.
Michele & Gary Hotko
January 19, 2026
Our next door neighbor in River Edge. Great friend. Wonderful cook. Loved our Thirsty Thursdays! We will miss you Dave!
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