David Bettesworth
April 29, 1955 - October 29, 2013
Obituary
Beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle BETTESWORTH, David "Dave" Brian passed away unexpectedly at his home due to complications from multiple sclerosis on Tuesday, October 29, 2013. David Brian Bettesworth was born April 29, 1955 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late George and Marianne (Thompson) Bettesworth. After graduating high school, Dave would start his career with the United States Postal Service, for over 20 years. In his spare time, Dave enjoyed playing Cribbage and Euchre, as well as other board and card games, fishing, playing sports, and camping. Surviving are daughter, Amber Gibbons; grandson, Blake Christopher Mapes; five brothers and sisters: Ellen Gibran-Hesse, William (Danette) Bettesworth, Julie (Bruce) McPherson, Alex (Ana) Bettesworth, and Barbara Webb; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, George Bettesworth, Jr. Arrangements have been entrusted to Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter (Off State). Per Dave's wishes, cremation has taken place. Private services will be held for immediately family only at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings are suggested to the Blake Christopher Mapes College Fund, c/o Amber Gibbons, 2233 Hemmeter Rd, Saginaw MI 48603 or Multiple Sclerosis Foundation National Headquarters Donations, 6520 North Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2130.
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Amber
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Amber lit a candle in memory of David "Dave" Brian Bettesworth
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Lori Comstock
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Lori Comstock lit a candle in memory of David "Dave" Brian Bettesworth
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Lori Comstock
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You were a wonderful man Dave, and you will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you!! Keep me a seat in Heaven, we will play cards again, my friend.........
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barbara j webb
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I know there is a place in heaven for David. Lord knows, he always did the right thing. My favorite memory of him was when we were are at Hidden Hollow. He was very popular with the women. But he took the time out to dance with me. He was a ladies man. I felt so special to have him do that.
I also so many memories of him protecting me from the neighbor bully. I have cried so many tears.
But God has you in the right place. I Love you brother. I know you are in heaven watching over all of us.
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Amber Gibbons
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Love these! Thanks so much for posting these Bill!! <3
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barbara j webb
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To my beloved bother. I would like to add this. Rest in peace my brother. In my heart, I can seeing you walking again. You are free from all your physical turmoil.
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow;
I am the diamond glints in the snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain;
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there; I did not die.