Richard Charles David Obituary
We announce the death of Richard Charles David (Troy, Michigan), born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on November 5, 2026, at the age of 93. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Charles David to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harold David (Rhonda) and Eleanor David; his wife Margaret Ann David; his son Doug; and his siblings, Mike (Mary Jean David) and Delores (Bill Bommarito).
He is survived by: his grandchildren, Josh (Allie), Ryan (Rhianne), Amanda (Ryan), Kyle (Crystal), Sean, Matt (Krystle), Paul (Ashlee), Lisa, Megan, Patrick, Ashley, Brandon, Doug and Jacob; and his great grandchildren, Emmett, Graham, Ollie, Wes, Everly, Paxton, Cadence, Finn, Anderson, Halo, Lilee, Niko and Noah.
A rosary will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 7:00 AM. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the A. J. Desmond & Sons (2600 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48084). A Mass will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church (3400 S Adams Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326). A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
His career culminated in a fulfilling tenure with Chrysler, where he retired, remembered for his contributions to automotive safety and design.
