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David Gaffey Obituary
He was the son of the late Nancy (Linscott) Gaffey and William Gaffey, with whom he worked side by side at Bill's Barbershop until his father's passing. He continued his father's tradition of offering the $6 haircut, adding a bit of side-show antics and a Charms Blow Pop to the many needing his services.
Dave leaves his wife of 32 years, Mary and all of his siblings: Bill, Jim, Anne, Mike, Joe and Mark, in addition to his Butler family in-laws. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who would refer to him as "Favorite Uncle" ----voluntarily or by force, nobody was really sure.
Dave was a graduate of Foxboro High School's class of 1974 and proudly served in the US Army. Always proud to be an American and a Veteran, Dave continually supported veteran services and could be seen among those marching in the Memorial Day Parade.
It needs to be said that Dave was a man of faith and was not afraid to die. His only sadness came from having to say goodbye to all of the people, young and old, that he called friends.
Although there is so much more to be said, extremely humble Dave would've given us the eye roll if this obit got any longer!
A wake (adhering to COVID guidelines) will be held from 5 – 7 pm on Wednesday, December 30 at St. Mary's Church. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, December 31 st at St. Mary's Church, Carpenter Street in Foxboro.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in David's memory to the Foxboro Veterans Services or to St. Mary's church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Bob Zahn
December 31, 2020
When I worked @ The Foxboro Company and lived in Mass I always had my hair cut by Dave. I always enjoyed our chats and Dave's stories. My condolences to the family.
Hugh & Kym Cameron
December 30, 2020
Dave was a special person! My husband and son always went to the barber shop and enjoyed more than just a haircut with Dave!
He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him!
With our deepest sympathy,
The Cameron family
Paul& kathy Ethier
December 29, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
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