David Spade Obituary
Lansing, Michigan
Passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at the age of 83. Born December 7, 1942 to George and Kadelia (DeMond) Spade in Lansing, Michigan. Dave worked as truck driver for the Postal Delivery Service. He loved to drive and enjoyed taking Sunday drives with no specific destination in mind. Dave also enjoyed sitting in his comfy chair and watching WWE Wrestling. He was loved dearly and will be missed by all who remember him. Preceding him in death were his wife, Laura Spade; siblings, Judy Bywater, James Spade, Kadeilia Whipple, Donald Spade, Virginia Spade; grandson, Jeffrey Spade as well as his parents.
Surviving are his children, Dora Spade, Gary Spade, Virginia (Steven Patino) Spade-Patino, Sherry Spade, Linda Spade, David Spade; grandchildren, Allen (Kelly) Spade; Jamie Spade, Cynthia Spade, Erica Spade, Gary Spade Jr., Violet (Kenneth) Polzin, Nicole (Michael) Hatlay, Ashley (Adam) Vincent, Devin Spade; great grandchildren, Kali, Adalynn, Brady, Presley, Carter, Anthony, Hannah, Adalyee, Cameron, Jordan, Ayraha, Katelynn, Ayden, Mallerina, Parker, Patrick, Phillip, Cayden, Camron, Clara, Dakota, and CJ; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
A private family graveside service will be held for Dave at Glendale Cemetery in 2026. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com
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Gary Masarik
December 17, 2025
Worked at the Post Office, Dave was such a nice and funny man....Rest in Peace....
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