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David Gridley Obituary
With deepest sorrow, we announce that David Michael Gridley, 40, left this life on October 7, 2020. He was born September 21, 1980 in Jerusalem, Israel, to Thomas Calvert Gridley and Carla Rae Brown Gridley. He lived in Salt Lake City.
David lit up the room and was the life of every gathering. He loved adventure, travel, games, sports, spending time with his family, making us laugh, and experiencing life fully. He spent much of his time on the slopes with his snowboard, both competitively and recreationally, and was known for his versatile athletic ability in a wide variety of sports and other activities. He had a knack for languages, spoke Mandarin fluently, and enjoyed surprising those he encountered from other countries with a phrase or two in their native tongue. He loved his children deeply and was intensely proud of them. His humor, energy, wit, intelligence, friendship, generosity, and boundless love will be sorely missed.
David is survived by his wife Kathy Mounarath Gridley, children Mika Louie and Kaison Louie, mother Carla Weston, siblings Steven Gridley and Deborah Anthony, as well as many extended family members.
A small graveside gathering will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13th at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary in Salt Lake City.
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Arlen Runolfson
March 8, 2022
Gone too soon, but not forgotten
Scott Logan
November 5, 2020
I only worked with David for about a year at the Marriott City Center back in about 2006; however, to this day I clearly remember his kindness, welcoming personality, positive energy, excitement and humor. I kept in touch for a little while playing softball with him and when I’d run into him downtown... and every time I saw him he made me feel like we’ve known each other for a lifetime.
When I saw he past I knew I had to write something because my heart dropped as if we were very close because of how kindly he treated me during my first impactful years of the real world out of school.
My heart goes out to his family!
Dan Patterson
October 12, 2020
Dave, you filled my childhood with tons of laughter! So many of the stories I tell my kids (plus a whole lot more) about growing up include you! Paint balling, church basketball, snowboarding, scouts, middle school, all include you! You made me laugh harder than anyone else I have ever met! Thanks for giving me such a memorable childhood! I’m sorry we lost contact for so many years! I’m glad I got to see you last time I was back home...laughing about the good old days was awesome. I look forward to seeing you again in the eternities when we can reminisce of the joys of our childhood mortality! Rest In Peace my friend!
Sara Merrill
October 11, 2020
That is a wonderful and true description of Dave. He was delightful, kind and fun. He will be missed a ton.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this terrible time.
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Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park and Mortuary3401 South Highland Drive, Millcreek, UT 84106
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