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David Fales Obituary
David Fales, age 74, succumbing to pancreatic cancer, passed away on Tuesday, February 4. The son of the late Dale and Genevieve Fales was born September 2, 1950. David attended Crane and Bullock Creek schools prior to receiving his B.S. degree in Biological Sciences from Michigan Technological University in 1972. Married to his true love, Linda, from 1972 until her death in 2021.
He began work for The Dow Chemical Company in Bay City, Mich., later transferring to Lake Jackson, Texas, and returning to Midland in 1984. His career with Dow took him to many countries around the world to deal with contaminated soil and groundwater issues, retiring in 2004.
David enjoyed his solitary fall fishing trips to the UP of Michigan, as well as the challenge of repairing computers. He also enjoyed good wine, food, and chatting with friends and family.
Surviving is his daughter, Jennifer Fales and partner Jake; brother Michael (Karen) Fales; sister, Melody Arndt.
Per the wishes of David, his remains were donated to the University of Michigan for the furthering of medical education and research. There will be no other services. Arrangements are under the care of Wilson MILLER Funeral Home
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Memories and Condolences
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Sarah Behrens
February 11, 2025
You will be missed Uncle Dave. I will always remember your kindness and great laugh. Sending love to Jennifer. We will be thinking about you.
Melody Arndt
February 11, 2025
As the middle brother in our family, Dave often "flew under the radar", avoiding the spotlight . He was a good friend to all who knew him and dearly loved his wife and daughter.
I have fond memories of walking to "the creek" for fishing and ice skating with Dave. He made me feel safe.
Dave took on the job of directing the care of our mother in her last years, and then the care of his wife Linda . You could depend on him .
I will love him always.
Melody Arndt, Dave Arndt, Sarah Behrens and Brian Arndt
Jackie Dwyer
February 10, 2025
Dave was once in a lifetime good friend!
George Lanning
February 10, 2025
I want to thank Dave for being my friend for the last 50 years. We become friends when we worked at Petro chem. And in Texas in the Refinery. The greatest two gifts he ever gave me were his friendship, & his tool box. I love you Dave. George
Tom Yeoman
February 9, 2025
I will miss the Saturday afternoon STWB (save the world bar) gatherings Dave and Carol and I had discussing what we would do if we were King. A lot of good times and laughs, going to miss you my friend RIP.
Lynn Yoder
February 8, 2025
I had a lot of good times with Dave during our high school days. Rest in peace my friend.
Lynn Yoder
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