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David C. Ghiggia
Name:
David C. Ghiggia
Date of Death:
Jan 23, 2012
Location of Service:
Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River - Iron River
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David C. Ghiggia                              Age 53                                         Iron River, MI     

Died Monday, January 23, 2012 at his home.

He was born February 8, 1958 in Stambaugh, MI, the son of the late Conrad and Sally (Erickson) Ghiggia.  He attended the West Iron County Schools and graduated.  David was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, and following his honorable discharge he attended Northern Michigan University graduating with a Bachelors Degree in English. 

David was self-employed in the auto body repair industry and the caretaker of Camp Gibbs.  He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing.  He loved his dog, Scooby.  David was a lifelong resident of the area. 

He is survived by his daughter, Ashley (Chris Russell) Ghiggia of Jupiter, FL

                              Brother, Mark Ghiggia of Iron River

                              Grandchildren, Austin and Miley Russell

                              Nephews, Eric Ghiggia

                                             Nick (Chelsey) Ghiggia

                              Niece, Laura Ghiggia

                              Special friends and family

The family invites friends to attend a luncheon on Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Stambaugh American Legion for a Celebration of Life for David.

Funeral arrangements are by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River. 

Location Name

Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron RiverMap
Location of Services:
Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River
Street:
405 West Cayuga Street
ZIP:
49935
City:
Iron River
State:
MI
Country:
Country: us

Phone: 906-265-5129

Directions:
From U.S. Hwy 2, turn North on 4th Avenue at the stop and go light, and proceed one block. Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River is located on the SW corner of 4th Avenue and Cayuga Street. 

Condolence Messages 

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#11 mike ridolphi 2012-01-26 06:14 I am so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. my condolences to his family. I guess it's true when they say "only the good die young" rip Dave. Quote
 
 
#12 Jo Ann Mileski McQuiggin 2012-01-26 14:05 My condolences to Davids family. Mark, Ashley and family we are sorry to hear about Davids passing. I was a neighbor once and a classmate of his. He was a very friendly, and fun person to be around. R. I. P. Quote
 
 
#13 John LeClair 2012-01-27 06:37 RIP old friend. You leave alot of good memories from H.S. football and other things. Prayers to the family. Quote
 
 
#14 Rae Drake 2012-01-27 08:58 Dave and I had a couple of great visits in August. i hope those visits meant as much to him as they did me. He had a kind heart. I will miss him. Quote
 
 
#15 Gene Mottes 2012-01-28 04:38 My condolences to family and friends.

Rest in peace, Ghig
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#16 Dave Briggs 2012-01-31 07:05 I was saddened to read of the passing of Dave Ghiggia. I met Dave while working at the Iron County Youth Camp, and spent a few enjoyable and interesting weekends with,him, Donn Atanasoff, Jim Busakowski, and others. I particularly remember a trip to Eagle River. Dave had a zest for life that made a him a great companion, at least as I remember him. My condolences to his family and friends. Quote
 
 
#17 Ashley Ghiggia 2012-02-05 14:49 Thank you to all who expressed kind words & memories about my Dad. He will truly be missed by all. Love you Dad… Quote
 
 
#18 Dave and Mary Arcand 2012-02-08 16:10 We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Quote
 
 
#19 Mark Rometti 2012-02-10 14:44 A mentor on the field and a friend off, you will be missed. My condolences to your family. Quote
 
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