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David McElwee Obituary
Born in Westmoreland County, he was a son of James McElwee of Clearfield and Gina Gray of Punxsutawney.
David worked at Xylem in DuBois, he was a hard worker, who was proud of his job and enjoyed his coworkers.
Dave was a loving father, uncle, brother, son, and friend. Throughout his life Dave created many cherished friendships. David was outgoing, friendly, and was always a joy to spend time with. He loved to laugh and make others laugh.
Dave was a football encyclopedia, he studied the game and knew it well. He was an avid Steelers fan.
In addition to his parents, Dave is survived by his partner of seven years, Destiny Giles; his son, Gage White; and two daughters, Loralynn and Willow McElwee, as well as Darryck Armstrong, who Dave welcomed into his family; three brothers, Timothy (Chelsey) McElwee, Cody (Ashley) McElwee and Nicholas (Jade) McElwee; nieces and nephews, Chloe, Shepherd, Keith, Cheyenne, Ella, Maeve, Manuel and Angelo McElwee; his grandfather, Nevin Engle of DuBois; uncles, Dale (Sandra) McElwee of Bellefonte, Brian (Elaine) Engle of Boiling Springs; his aunt, Carol Kotzur of Virginia; cousins, Bill and Stacy McElwee, Owen and Em Engle and Julie Kotzur.
David was preceded in death by grandparents, Janet Engle and Naomi and Joseph "Bill" McElwee.
A private service was held at Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc., Punxsutawney.
"You don't have to be perfect to go to heaven, just love Jesus cause He loves you." - Dave Joseph McElwee
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Dez
February 24, 2025
B Miles
January 21, 2025
To the family of David , please know that God is using this difficult time to strengthen you. Losing people you love is so difficult, but please look to the cross.
Miles Bros.
January 21, 2025
Pain is the name my brother and I always called him. he was a good friend and a loyal brother. My heart is saddened because I know his children loved him deeply. We haven´t been around him in years but when we were, I can tell you he was thorough and loyal. I had to get away from the cesspool of living in Dubois to change my life. Once Christ delivered me, everything changed! And with my whole heart, I pray for David´s children and family. If anybody is reading this that is in his family I want you to know he was a solid as anybody. Remember, Jesus is the only way, so please turn to him because no pill or doctor or counselor will ease your pain. Only Jesus!
Michael
January 17, 2025
Spending time together hanging out with other friends we was like brothers
Rich Allen
January 17, 2025
Dave was a generous human being. He was the guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. He will be deeply missed.
Louise Walker
January 17, 2025
Oh Gina I am so sorry for your loss. Know you and your family will be in my daily prayers.
Natasha
January 17, 2025
May he R.I.P the world will never be the same without him !
Gary
January 17, 2025
Sorry for your loss Dave was a good friend sincerely gary
Brandon Sass
January 17, 2025
I worked with Dave at Paris. He was a joy to be around and was a genuine good person. Prayers for the family. Rest easy brother
Ashley Prebble
January 17, 2025
Grew up with Dave, he was a good, caring person. My condolences go out to his family especially his children.
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