David Joseph McGovert Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of David Joseph McGovert (Santa Clara, California), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 26, 2025 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Adolfo McGovert Sr. and Eduarda "Cardona" McGovert; his wife Gloria Talent; and his siblings, Henry McGovert, Adolfo McGovert Jr., Albert McGovert, Robert McGovert and Sandra McGovert.

He is survived by: his children, Cindy (Rick Martinez), Susan (Robert Garretson), Valerie (Phillip McHenry), Davey McGovert, Bambi Markham and Derrick Markham; his stepchildren, Kathy Talent, Kim, John Taylor, Kristy and Joe Salinas; and his sister Mary Lou Nelson. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

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Visitation

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary
466 N Winchester Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050

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Lima Family Funeral Home
466 N Winchester Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050

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Jan 24

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Santa Clara Mission Cemetery
490 Lincoln St, Santa Clara, CA 95050

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