David Boak

David William Boak, age  68, of Fowler, MI, passed away Friday, December 25, 2020, at Sparrow Hospital.

A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI, at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, December 29, 2020.  Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, December 28, 2020 from 2-8 pm with family present 2-4 and 6-8 pm.

David was born in St. Johns, Michigan on July 5, 1952, the son Charlie and Edna Mae (Jastram) Boak.  He was the husband of Judy (Feldpausch) Boak. On September 15, 1972, they were married at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI.

He graduated from Fowler High School in 1970. Dave was a proud member of the UAW and retired from Federal Mogul after 30+ years. He loved spending time at the cottage on beautiful Houghton Lake while entertaining family and friends.

Dave appreciated spending time in his man cave where everyone was welcome. He was an avid MSU fan and crossword fanatic. Dave was a proud Papa and could often be found on the sidelines cheering on his grandchildren in their various activities.

He is survived by his wife Judy, son Shannon (Jenny) Boak, and two daughters: April (Monty) Kilpatrick, and daughter Jennifer (Mike) Fenning.  He is also survived by his grandchildren: Serena, Grace, Donovin, Everett, and Thatcher, his siblings: Duane (Mary Jane) Boak, Denny Boak, Diane (Dave) Thurston, Denise (Jim) Weber, Dale (Jane) Boak, Dwight (Christine) Boak, and the late Daniel Boak.  He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws.  He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Edna Boak.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.  Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler, Michigan.