David A. Govoni
January 26, 1939 ~ January 30, 2023
DANVERS- David A. Govoni, 83, passed away on January 30, 2023, in his home following a brief illness.
Born in Beverly on September 26, 1939, he was the son of the late Henry and Evelyn (Moore) Govoni. David was raised and educated in Danvers. He served his country with the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged. He had a long career as an engineer for Kodak in California where he had resided in Marin Country for many years. David was a true outdoorsman. He loved to ride motorcycles, ski, and especially boating. David was a devoted family man and loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his children, Joddie Wade and her husband, John of N. Reading, Randy Govoni and his wife, Sharon of Danvers, Christopher Govoni and his wife, Susan of Danvers and Heidi Strong and her husband, Dan of Milton, NH, Aimee Jeyargin, Colin O’Brien and Mical O’Brien and his wife Allison and their families, thirteen grandchildren, Baxter, Nick, Jesse, Tyler, Jill, Rick, Kristina, Michael, Tyler, Devin, Kayla, Cory and Adam, seventeen grandchildren, Conner, Colin, Ava, Nick, Logan, Gianna, Oliver, Arlo, Emma, Charlotte, Cole, Amelia, Gabriel, Malakai, Gigi, Aroara and Mattais and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Holly and siblings, Larry and Betzy.
His visitation will be held on Friday, February 3, 2023, from 4-7PM at C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. Memories and prayers will be shared by the family at the conclusion of the visitation. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in David’s name to the Betzy Govoni Memorial Book Award Fund c/o Eastern Bank, 4 Federal St., Danvers, MA, 01923.
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Dad, Gonna miss you Lots. Fly High Fly Free until we meet again
Dear Randy, Sharon, Glen and Family,
We are thinking of you during this difficult time and the loss of David. I pray you lean on your faith and find solace in remembering all the good times with him. Those favorite memories are true keepsakes etched eternally in your hearts. Randy, know that I am here for you. With our Love, Jim and Lisa Landry
To the entire Govoni Family, Uncle Dave’s Reno family is sending hugs and prayers for peace to each and every one of you. Uncle Dave was a huge part of our lives for so many years….he will be dearly missed. We love you Uncle Dave!
Deepest Condolences to all of David’s family.
Fondly known here amongst his California, Bay Area friends as Govoni – he has been an amazingly generous and faithful friend through the years.
Long time friend of RJ (Robert Johnson) [my husband and now also deceased] & Lou Long.
We will never forget him.
RIP Dave – Janine and Brigitte
Randy
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
With our love Liz and Lynn
Very saddened to hear of my cousin’s passing. My wife Sharon and I extend our condolences to David’s family.
Cousin Ed Govoni San Diego
Dave was definitely one of my favorite in-laws. He would often visit the Wade house at dinner time and always came in singing Heyy good looking, whatcha got cooking. Now I sing that every night while I cook dinner and think of him.
This past summer he parked his camper in our yard set up the awning and took a nap there in a lawn chair. I thought for sure that’s where he would be spending this summer enjoying watching his great-grand kids run around.
Sending so much love to all his family and friends. Im so greatful I got to be part of his family and get to know him so well. Dada you will be missed so much by so many.
I attended the ceremony for David and it was so beautifully done by his family. The readings were so moving and really described what David was like to his family. I met him through Chris and Susan Govoni and spent many holidays with him at their house. He was always ready for a new adventure and had a smile and good conversation. I know he is at peace and looking down at everyone with love. My condolences to his family at this time of loss and know that David always lives on in you and your memories.
I remember him when he dated my sister, Sandra Salomon, I was about 14 at the time, early 1960s. He
Would come to see her on his bike and always had to lean it against a telephone pole that was out front of our house,an old Triumph I think. Bike had no kickstand..
he was such a cool guy and a real gentleman. Very well liked by our whole family…
I am sad to hear of Dave’s passing. I had worked at the Gloucester VA for a few years and felt fortunate to know him. One year he shared that he and his wife were going cross country and he planned on catching up with some of the motor cross circuit friends while out west. I was happy to introduce him virtually with my friends that were racing in Virginia City. He spent some time with them in the cock pit and they sent me a photo of him with my friend’s son that was in the race. He had the biggest smile on his face. I always looked forward to catching up with him. Thanks for the memories, Dave. You will be missed.