David, age 78, passed away on December 11, 2022 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. David was born on August 10, 1944 in Ann Arbor, MI to Wallace and Ewell VandenBosch.
David served in the U.S. Navy as an electrician’s mate from April of 1966 to January of 1970. David married Sandy Hackbarth on July 3, 1966 in Ann Arbor, MI. David worked for 31 years at the Willow Run Assembly plant.
David loved the outdoors as he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed the property up north in Boyne City and he took many hunting trips all over the country. David was a jack of all trades and always helped those around him.
David is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sandy; brother, Keith (Kay); Sandy’s siblings, Carol (Dave) Deborde, Steve (Lori) Hackbarth, Jerri (Todd) Cole, and John Sartori; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
David is preceded in death by his parents; Sandy’s siblings, Jim (Mary) Hackbarth and Sue (Mickey Rickard) Sartori; and many loved pets.
A celebration of life will be planned for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in David’s honor to Arbor Hospice online
HERE. or by mail to 2366 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society online
HERE. or by mail to Central (Michigan - Indiana), P.O. Box 772395, Detroit, MI 48277-2395.