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Born July 23, 1963, in Radford, Va., he lived in Avon before moving to Strongsville 10 years ago.
David served as a Boy Scout Leader and was a longtime member of the Order of the Arrow. He loved all Cleveland sports teams, was a big time Buckeye fan and cheered for the Cincinnati Bengals. David was a collector of many things, enjoyed hiking, the outdoors, photography, gardening, challenging puzzles and was a staff supporter of the Northeast Ohio Mastiff Picnic. As a graduate of The Ohio State University, David received a PhD in Neuropharmacology and served as a pharmacist at University Hospitals for more than 20 years.
David was the beloved husband of Dianne Ivy (nee Kacic) Pierce-Willins; loving father of Joshua D. (Samantha) Willins and Aaron C. Willins; stepfather of Jordan T. Pierce and Hayley E. Pierce; dear son of Richard E. Willins; brother of Michael (Jennifer) Willins; and uncle of Jake and Ellis Willins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara (nee Lauterbach) Ruxton.
A Celebration of Life for David will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. Dec. 27, at the North Chagrin Reservation - River Grove Picnic Area (Chestnut Shelter), with a short ceremony in David's honor beginning at 6 p.m. There will be no burial service.
If anyone wants to honor David, they are advised to donate in his name to the Lupus Foundation of America at www.lupus.org.
Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.
To leave condolences for the family, visit www.MCVfuneralhomes.com.
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Hugh Butler
December 28, 2022
Dave was a kind person. He was funny, smart and great person to work with. He will truly be missed. I will be keeping the family in prayer during this difficult time. RIP Dave it was a pleasure working with you.
Claudette Bailey
December 16, 2022
To the family of Dave Willins, I lead with my condolences. Only knowing Dave for a short 4 years, I can say he was a joy to speak and work with. He kept us all in good spirits sharing his knowledge of many a topic. A precious spirit will be missed. May God Bless you Dave and your family.
Cynthia Rimko
December 13, 2022
As I struggle to find the words to share I am reminded of a great guy that was so supportive and friendly. I knew Dave through scouts and school and never had an interaction with him that he did not uphold the scouting ideals and "scout law". I remember many a campfire where all of us "adults" would be left by the fire while we waited for the fire to become embers. I am truly blessed for having known Dave Willins. May he be at peace. May his family find peace and healing. God bless you all. My sincerest condolences to you.
Carl Lufter
December 13, 2022
I hired David in 1999 to be a member of the Pharmacy Team at University Hospitals. Very bright and friendly. He will be missed.
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