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David Feldman Obituary
1947 ~ 2014
Born January 14, 1947 in South Bend, Indiana, David was the first child of Mel and Nancy Feldman.
Dave was a two-time University of Utah alumnus, with degrees in both English and Mechanical Engineering. Before retiring less than a month ago from a 35+ year career as a mechanical engineer and a member of ASHRAE, he was an English teacher, ski patrolman, and greenskeeper; It was during that time Dave developed his love of golf.
Dave loved his family very much and bragged about them constantly. His dry and clever sense of humor was the hallmark of his presence. He encouraged the pursuit of knowledge and enjoyed seeing his children and grandchildren excel in their endeavors.
Dave's loves were many: his wife Carol of 32 years and four kids, golf, University of Utah Athletics, family gatherings, the Chicago Cubs, details, spreadsheets, and potato chips with sour cream. Dave also took pride in having a beautiful lawn (not grass!).
Survived by: his mother, Nancy; wife, Carol; children, Jacqueline (Doug), Nathaniel, Daniel, and Hannah; grandchildren, Amanda, Ashley, Sarah (Zach), Abbie, Emily, Kaleb, Mia, Maya, Addison, and Elyse; several nieces and nephews; siblings, Cynthia (Ron), Martha (Hobart), Ben (Jenna), and Matt (Laura); and dog Wrigley. Preceded in death by his father Melvin J. Dave had a close and loyal group of friends that he will dearly miss on and off the golf course and at Utah Football games. And, like his father, wished he could have seen The Cubs win the World Series.
A celebration of life will be held Thursday, May 29 in the Varsity Room (6th floor) of Rice Eccles Stadium at 7 p.m. Please dress in golf or University of Utah attire.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a scholarship fund of your choosing in Dave's name. Go Utes!
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Feldman
JoAnn Wong
May 20, 2019
Dear Dave: You have been missed. xoxo
David Bevers
June 17, 2014
Carol,
I just heard about Dave! How profound! I think about you guys often. Those years we all worked together I will never forget. I like what you guys wrote about his “dry and clever sense of humor”, made me smile! But more I remember how he helped me perfect my skiing abilities with his little tips and ability to teach. I always admired that he had been a ski patrol man. It helped me peruse my ambitions in the ski and mountain guiding professions. I shared with many people the advice he gave me on how to ski. I'll never forget skiing at Park City at one of our parties. Months later at one of our meeting you guys gave me that enlarged picture he took of me jumping on my skis. I think I cried! I still have that picture to this day. It means so much to me! I am really proud that I got to meet him and that he was such a memorable influence in my life. Well, my condolences goes out to you and your family. Yours truly…
June 13, 2014
All of us at the Utah Shakespeare Festival were saddened to hear of your recent loss. We love David's smile in the photo and can tell he was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your entire family. We are here if you need us.
Hugs, Fred, Scott and the USF gang.
John Frank
May 31, 2014
Carol- I am so sorry about Dave- He was a great person and will be missed by many. The biggest regret I have with Dave, and it's not all the money I paid him on the golf course, it's that we did not have enough work to keep him on our staff just before he left to work with Tom My heart and prays are with you and Dave
May 30, 2014
Dear Carol and family, it was a shock to read of Dave's passing. I remember the happy times we all had at Key Engineering. He was a character. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Brent and Joy MacKay
Steve and Marilyn Healy
May 30, 2014
Carol and kids we are so saddened to hear about Dave. We have not seen you for years, but think of you. Our hearts are with you at this time. Steve and Marilyn H ealy
Walter Baranowski
May 29, 2014
Carol,
The picture of Dave in the Trib is how I have always remembered him. He made sure to seek me out last year at a conference we both attend and talked about golf first then work. He is one of the good ones. My thought are with you.
Walter
May 29, 2014
So saddened to hear about Dave's passing! Although it's been years since we've seen you guys! Your family has always been in our thoughts and hearts! May your family find comfort and peace in the days to come! We love you ALL so much!! Alofa atu, Corinne Ava and family!
Kim Harris
May 28, 2014
Carol,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's passing. Penelope and I will be out of town for this Thursday's services, so I wanted to make sure that I let you know how deeply we will miss Dave. I will always cherish the great memories of our time spent together on and off the golf course. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim & Penelope Harris
Rodger Orton
May 27, 2014
Carol, I worked with Dave for the 18-1/2 years he was at IMFlash. He was awesome to work with and always had a smile to greet you with. He was liked by all, especially those he play golf with. Your family will be in our prayers. Take Care.
Rodger Orton
Jo-Ann Wong
May 27, 2014
Dear Dan, Carol and Hannah: This is proof that only the GOOD die young. All love and strength.
Leslie Moss
May 27, 2014
Dear Carol, I only spent time with you and Dave a few times with Howard and Anita, but I remember great company and conversation for golf and dinners. My heart hurts for you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Leslie
May 27, 2014
Carol,
My heart is with you for the loss of your love and your best friend. Dave is a great man, a friend to so many and admired by even more. He will be missed at our annual golf get-a-way... who will keep everybody in line? We will always remember him!
Chris W Layton
May 27, 2014
Nancy, Carol
We are saddened at David's untimely passing. It has been years when we saw you and him at Oak Ridge, more since grandmother's family reunion, and many more since David, Cynthia, Michael and I played together at Miami Street. Still wonderful memories. With our deepest condolences. Stuart and Norma
Pete Jones
May 25, 2014
I'll miss the many conversations Dave and several of us guys at work had at lunch time sitting at the "cool kids table". Sometimes serious, but mostly they would take a ridicules turn some where. Dave is a funny guy. We'll miss him.
Drayton & Ashley Bailey
May 25, 2014
"Grant but memory to us, and we lose nothing by death." -Whittier, My Summer with Dr. Singleton
Dear Carol, You and your family are in our prayers. :(
May 25, 2014
Sorry for you loss,Jim and Mary luttrell
Jonathan Bradshaw
May 25, 2014
My heart felt condolences to Carol and all the family at David's sudden departure. May you and your family find comfort in the many good memories, common experiences and adventures with David you shared in life together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Brandon
May 25, 2014
Dave you were so good to me over the years and we had a wonderful Utah/BYU 20.00 rivalry week. I send my condolences to your wonderful wife and family may God bouy them up during this most difficult time. God Be With You Dave Til We Meet Again.
Rod Butler
May 24, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. There are no words. He was a quick witted intelligent engineer and he will be missed on this planet. Carol, my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
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