David Ertle

David C. Ertle, age 64, of Spencer Township, passed away early Monday morning, October 12, 2009 at his home following a sudden, unexpected heart attack. The son of Virgil Maine & Katherine Viola (Wray) Ertle, he was born on Jan. 3, 1945 in Detroit. A 1964 graduate of Kenowa Hills High School, David proudly served in the Michigan National Guard, had been an EMT with Buds Ambulance in Grand Rapids, and for several years was a a volunteer firefighter with the former Harvard Fire Department. On Aug. 29, 1973, in Grandville, he married Priscilla Mae Penny Patrick. A licensed private pilot, Dave enjoyed flying, riding his motorcycle, and fishing. He retired as a printer from the Etheridge Printing Company. He was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Penny Ertle of Spencer Township; their daughter, Renee' & Darrin Hammond; a granddaughter, Lauren Mae Hammond, all of Indianapolis, Indiana; two brothers, Wray & Linda Ertle of Hopkins, and Floyd & Janice Ertle of Grand Rapids; siblings-in-law, Pat & Doug Beckett of Gowen, and Kevin Patrick of Tupelo, Mississippi; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. The family invites relatives and friends to gather to celebrate Daves life on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 from 1-4 p.m. at the Spencer Township Hall. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of David Ertle, please visit our flower store.