David R. Upton

David R. Upton obituary, Morton Grove, IL

David R. Upton

David Upton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simkins Funeral Home on Apr. 4, 2024.

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David R. Upton of Morton Grove, formerly of Rockford; at rest April 3, 2024. Beloved husband of Jeranne nee Barnes; loving father of Melissa (Timothy McKinney) Upton and Robynn (partner Shawn Kinnear) Upton; dear grandfather of Sloane, Tatum, Lionel, Asa and Winston. Services have been held privately.
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April 9, 2024

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Shelley Schmidt

April 9, 2024

I loved Dave's sense of humor.

Simkins Funeral Home

April 4, 2024

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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