DAVID A. FELDSCHER, age 78. Beloved and cherished husband of 56 years to Charlotte (nee Kinkopf); loving father of Lisa Wadsworth (Jamie); he is survived by his dog Sunshine "Sunny"; son of the late Ida (nee Seery) and Henry Feldscher; brother of the late Robert, James, Darlene and Elaine Gratzer; special uncle to Judy, Laurie and Dawn.

Dave was born in 1947 and went to St. Patrick (west Park) grade school and graduated from John Marshall High School in 1965.  He was a proud Army Veteran serving in the Vietnam War from 1966-1968.

Dave was hardworking and dedicated. He dedicated 38 years (1969-2007) to Pipefitters Local 120. He spent years in the field and also teaching as a welding instructor. He trained his apprentices with respect and received the respect in return knowing that they were our future. After retiring in 2007 he continued to represent Local 120 by working with Center to Protect Workers Rights (CPWR).

Despite many responsibilities he always made time for his family and passions. Though Dave may not have liked being the center of attention, he deserves to have his long years of fatherly love honored. He was a man of integrity, kindness and generosity. He left a huge impact on everyone who knew him.

Dave's interests and hobbies helped define who he was. He enjoyed boating on Lake Erie, aviation, golf, various softball leagues, travel and so much more. Most of all it was the simple things in life that brought him the most happiness; morning walks, his dog Sunny, sitting in the backyard listening to music and watching the birds, sitting on the dock of the bay (cottage in Marblehead). His love for all these treasures was something he shared with his family. Leaving a mark on them that will never fade.

We find comfort knowing Dave's legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared and all the memories we will cherish forever.

He always said, "Don't let the grass grow under your feet, life is short."

Funeral Mass THURSDAY, JULY 10, St. Patrick Church (West Park) at 10:00 AM. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 3-6 PM.

Memorial contributions to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.