David M. Tovey Obituary (1963 - 2021)

David Tovey age 58, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord June 21, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind his wife Judy, parents Valerie and Terry Tovey, daughters Katie(Pepe), Melissa (Brian) and Brittany (Kevin), and sons Jacob and Robert Keinath, grandchildren Brookelyn, Victoria, Gabriel, Gabriella, Mya, Brook, Josalinn, Colton, Brooklinn, sister Teresa (Pete)Duncan, mother in law Betty Smith, sister and brother in laws, Richard and Marlene Carpino, John and Sandy Graham, Evelyn Smith, nieces, Ashley, Holly, Siera, Sienna, Shauntell, Hope and nephew Cody. He is preceded in death by beloved brother Steven Tovey. David worked many years for Boeing and was owner and operator of a short haul and delivery service. David loved God and enjoyed being a family man more than anything. He was one of the best Papa's ever. He enjoyed doing karaoke, traveling and attending his church with his church family. David was a people person and was a very patient man and was loved by so many people. He was the life and soul of any gathering and will be truly missed by everyone Many people have commented on how they had never seen anyone fight as hard as David did, he never one time spoke that his illness was getting the best of him. He had an incredible spirit that is and was such an inspiration. He touched every life he came into contact with him. The family would like to thank the incredible care he received at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, especially nurses Joe and Jen, Mercy Hospice, Hematology and Oncology (Drs Haut and Cortese and staff), Dr. Sawhney, and especially Dr James Johns and staff for seeing David all the way through his illness. We will always be grateful. Services will be Friday, June 25 at 12:00, at Arlington Avenue Church of God, 142 Arlington Ave. NW Canton, Ohio, with Rev. Webb Parsons officiating. Calling hours will be one hour prior to services. His services will be broadcast on facebook, the link is https://fb.me/e/Rw[yUX5T. In memory of David and his love of western attire, please feel free to dress as such in honor. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospice or Arlington Ave Church of God.