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David L. Faires

1937 - 2019

David L. Faires obituary, 1937-2019, Colorado Springs, CO

BORN

1937

DIED

2019

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Shrine of Remembrance

1730 East Fountain Blvd.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

David Faires Obituary

Faires
DAVID L. FAIRES
March 30, 1937 August 24, 2019
This morning, David went to meet all of his family that had gone before him.
He was born in Boulder, Colorado to David W. Faires and Mayme Jo Faires (Carter). He was an avid bowler with 13 perfect games, retired after 30 years from Local #9 Union, and loved fishing in any form, camping, traveling, and elk hunting.
He leaves behind his wife, Sharon, of 47 years, nieces, nephews and many other family members, close friends and many acquaintances.
Services will be private with inurnment at the Shrine of Remembrance at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Sep. 1, 2019.

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Mr. Page Dew

August 23, 2023

It is hard to believe Dave has been gone for four years--miss you on and off the lanes. Page Dew

Page Dew, Lary Hoskins and Dave Faires

Page Dew

August 23, 2020

Great bowler, friend and wonderful person.

Stan Loewenkamp

September 1, 2019

So sorry knew David for many years of bowling and other times. Patty and I wish the best for Sharon in this time of sorrow.

Page Dew

September 1, 2019

Dave was a joy to be around and we will all miss him very much. Rest in Peace my friend.

Page

August 29, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss, sending my deepest condolences, please take comfort in knowing that God cares personally for you and your family

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