David Best Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of David Best of Cortland, New York, born in Swampscott, Massachusetts, who passed away on May 1, 2026, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rena Best and Frederick Best; his daughter Jane Bottle; his in-laws, Alden and Syrena Beals; his brother Rick Best; his niece Jody Sweeney; his nephew Ricky Best; his sister-in-law Sue Beals; and his cousin Darby Kinney.
He is survived by: his wife Sandra Best; his children, Linda, Heidi Best and David; his daughter-in-law Jennifer Best; his siblings-in-law, John Beals and Kathy Best; his son-in-law Thomas Bottle (Donna); his grandchildren, TJ, Megan Bottle, Mandi, Lars Hasseler, Emily, Dah Harris, Syrena, Alyssa and Alec Best; and his great grandchildren, Jonathan, Dominic Best, Lydia, Leah Bottle, Lily and DJ Harris.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to your favorite Charity in Dave's name.
