David S. Comandella

May 29, 1925 - February 14, 2014

David S. Comandella of Cadillac passed away Friday, February 14, 2014 at The Lakeview in Cadillac. He was 88. He was born May 29, 1925 in Hoxeyville, Michigan to Emil and Christina (Duy) Comandella and they preceded him in death. On September 14, 1974 in Ludington he married the former Eleanore G. Sulak and she preceded him in death on February 28, 2008. David graduated from Hoxeyville High School in 1943 and was a lifelong resident. He had served in the Army National Guard. He was employed at Chris Craft for 20 years and Brooks and Perkins for 21 years. He enjoyed hunting and working outdoors. David also enjoyed driving tours with his 1929 Model A Ford, which has been in the family for generations. He also loved his family. He was member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Cadillac. He is survived by his nephews and nieces: Alan (Colleen) Stephenson of Cadillac, Ann Harding of Cadillac, Niki Boyce of Port Huron and Perry (Carol) Valle of Detroit; many great nieces and nephews and a brother in law, Fred Valle of Detroit. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by his brothers: William, Emil, Jr., Leo, Edward; sisters, Rosa and Vera; one nephew; two nieces; and two step sisters, Charlotte Graeff and Helen Camp. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at the Peterson Funeral Home in Cadillac with Deacon Jim Siler officiating. Friends may meet the family Monday from 3:00- 6:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be at Banker Cemetery in Hoxeyville. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan. An online guestbook is available at www.petersonfh.com.