David Mayers

David was born April 30, 1944, in Pontiac, Mich., to Jeanette and Fred Mayers.

He graduated from Northern Michigan University in 1966 and began his teaching career of 33 years with the North Central School District. He taught both science and math during his career.

He married Charlotte Bartanen (Mayers) in 1967. For 58 years, Dave and Char shared their love together.

Dave was known for his kindness, quiet humor, and love of nature.

He enjoyed many outdoor activities and spending time with his grandchildren and the love of family.

David is survived by his wife, Charlotte; his children, Carolyn (Brian) Holt and Theresa (Scott) Skaletski; his grandchildren, Elisa (Marcus) Wells, Marcus Kazianka (Kaitlynn Erickson), Kyle (Gracie) Skaletski, and Jack Skaletski; and great-grandchildren Brayden and Paisley Wells.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Jeanette Mayers, and his brother, Fred Mayers.

A celebration of Dave’s life will be on Friday, Jan. 2, at the Kingsford Funeral Home, 1000 S. Carpenter Ave. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Sullivan officiating the memorial service at 3 p.m.

The family would like to thank the RN Cheyenne Moyer, in the emergency room of Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson, Dr. Leslie Dishaw, Dr. Gustavo Morel and the entire staff at Maryhill Manor for their compassionate care.

Condolences may be expressed to the family of David George Mayers online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com.

The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.