David Whitney

David Whitney obituary, Benzonia, MI

David Whitney

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David Whitney Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jowett Family Funeral Home - Benzonia on Dec. 10, 2025.
David Lee Whitney Sr, husband, brother, father, grandfather "Grandpa Golf Cart", passed away on December 5, 2025, at the age of 61. David was commonly found hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, and when not found outdoors he would be spending time with family. By his family he was well known for being a prankster, mediator and voice of reason.
He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law, and grandchild, Landon.
He will be immensely missed by his wife of 29 years, Karen; children, Tarran, Chad (Maggie), Chrystal, Shannon (Jeff), Nichole (Matt), David (Kelsey), Dylan (Sam); grandchildren, Jacob, Jeremiah, Naveah, Xavier, Jehuel, Trinity, Hunter, Harlie, Hailey, Hayden, Finley, Sophia, Maverick.
Funeral services for David will be held on Monday, December 15, at 11:00 A.M. at VanderLaan Funeral Home. Visitation for David will be held on Sunday, December 14, from 2 to 5 P.M. at VanderLaan Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Outdoor Wishmakers, 11059 Stanton St, West Olive, MI 49460
Arrangements by Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia, Mi and VanderLaan Funeral Home of Grand Rapids.
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Upcoming Events

Dec

14

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

VanderLaan Funeral Home

4917 32nd Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426

Send Flowers

Dec

15

Service

11:00 a.m.

VanderLaan Funeral Home

4917 32nd Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426

Send Flowers

Only 13 hours left for delivery to next service.