David McDonald

David McDonald obituary, Roy, UT

David McDonald

David McDonald Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Premier Funeral Services - Salt Lake City on May 7, 2024.

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David McDonald, 70, passed away peacefully in his sister's home, while on Hospice care, in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 5, 2024. Dave was a gifted artist and designer, working as a graphic designer and an Art Director for both Deseret Book and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for 36 years, receiving a special letter of gratitude and thanks from the First Presidency of the Church upon his retirement for years of dedicated and devoted service. He was an avid hiker, enjoying walking miles in the great outdoors while listening to his vast music library on his airpods. He was a kind and simple man, with a fun personality and a great sense of humor. People loved to be around him. The world has a little less light in it due to his passing. He will be dearly missed by both his family and many friends, but we know he is on the other side, healthy and well, having a grand reunion with yet more family and friends Until we meet again, Dave, with love.

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Judy Peters

May 9, 2024

Dave and my sister Michele were lifetime friends and he has always been like family to our family. Such a delight to be around. Holidays were always bright with Dave in them. Condolences to Nancy and her family. They have been so good to him. Heaven will be a happier place with Dave in it.

Albert Packer

May 7, 2024

David is one of my favorite coworkers of all time. He kept me on my toes and laughing daily. Just a pleasant true friend. This is my favorite photo of us together. We had quite a day that day playing off of each others´ jokes.

Ron Herman

May 7, 2024

Dave was one of the most pleasant guys I´ve known. He was always quick to laugh and made me feel comfortable to be around him.

Jeremy Beck

May 7, 2024

He was always so kind to me when we worked together at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as designers. And he was hilarious too.

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