Obituary: David J. Heslip

David James Heslip, 69, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2020. He was born on June 10, 1951, in Tecumseh, Michigan to James and Elva (Cannon) Heslip. David was a Manchester High School Alumni, graduating in 1969 and a member of the FFA (Future Farmers of America).

After graduation, he attended the Michigan State University Agriculture Business Program. David worked on the family dairy farm, but had a passion or love for Corvettes. He was a member of the St. Mary Roman Catholic Church for many years. David will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

David is survived by his mother Elva; siblings, Jennifer (Gerald) Miller of Manchester; Daniel (Maureen) Heslip of Manchester; Michelle (Lee) Smith of Montana and sister-in-law Shelley (Roller-Heslip) Garrot; many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father James, and brother Charles Heslip. A special thank you to the caring staff at Arbor Manor in Spring Arbor.

David’s family held a private service. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of your choice. Please leave a message of comfort for David’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.

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by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.