David "Mac" Edwin McEwen Obituary (1936

David “Mac” Edwin McEwen ran into the arms of our Lord Jesus on Sunday 3/24/19. Born in Akron on October 9, 1936, he was the son of Ernest and Carrie McEwen. He leaves behind to share his memory his wife Martha (James) McEwen, sons David (wife Pamela Peterson) and Thomas (wife Charlotte Reinke) and daughters Susan Ladig (husband Mike) and Alicia McEwen as well as 9 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Loretta LeBarre and grandson Brian McEwen. Married for 62 years, Dave married Martha, on July 27, 1957 and loved her unconditionally until his death. They have served as wonderful role models of a Christian marriage for their children, grandchildren and the community. He retired from Goodyear, Akron Polymer plant in 2001 after 42 years of service. Dave was a highly respected man of God and a member of Faith Bible Church in North Canton. Dave and his beloved crew of “Over the Hill Gang” (retirees from Faith Bible) used their talents and skills to remodel the new church building working for cream sticks and donuts. He used his extensive wood working skills to build furniture for all his family members. After retiring he spent a great deal of his time in his wood shop making kitchen utensil and wood intarsias. He was generous with his talents and took time to teach his skills to anyone interested in learning same. Dave enjoyed his family, traveling, working on his son’s farm but especially spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A beloved and quiet but strong and respected man, he was a pillar of strength to his family and friends and will be sorely missed. Memorial service will be this Saturday, March 30th in the Schneeberger Funeral Home at noon. Memorials can be made to Faith Bible Curch, 6655 Firestone Ave. N.E., Canton, Ohio 44721. To share a memory or send condolences visit www.SchneebergerFuneral.com. Schneeberger 330-456-8237