Helicopter Dave

Helicopter Dave obituary, Sterling Heights, MI

Helicopter Dave

Helicopter Dave Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township on Apr. 13, 2025.

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STEPHANOFF, David Stewart "Helicopter Dave". March 30, 2025. Age 66. Loving father of Lisa Rietsch (Kurt) and Chelsea Lenz (Chris). Proud and loving Papa of Brecken, Emerson, Paisley, Carter, and Cooper. Dear partner and companion of Lisa Templin. Also survived by his loving siblings Debra (Brian), William (Barb), Robert, and James (Jennifer). Predeceased by his loving parents William and Bessie. Dave was a successful business owner; he enjoyed flying his airplane and helicopter, hunting, having a nice scotch with a good cigar, and was proud to be a reserve deputy of the Macomb County Sheriff Aviation Unit. He spent his winters in Florida with friends and summers in Michigan with family; Dave loved his family deeply and was especially proud to be a Papa to his grandchildren. A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, April 21 from 3-8pm with a 7pm Memorial Service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke (at 25 Mile Rd.), Shelby Township. A Celebration of Life in honor of David will be held at a later date. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com

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April 21, 2025

Rick Kincaid posted to the memorial.

April 13, 2025

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April 13, 2025

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township posted an obituary.

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Rick Kincaid

April 21, 2025

You will be so missed by many people. The times we had seemed short but God called you home. Your accomplishments were unbelievable,most people talk about wishes, goals,you achieve them all. Rest in Peace my friend.

The Wujek-Calcaterra Family

April 13, 2025

May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.

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Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township

54880 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

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