David E. Utter Obituary
We announce the death of David E. Utter of Prattsburgh, New York, born in Bath, New York, who passed away on September 10, 2026. David will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, E. Swartz Utter and Ruth E. Utter (Baker) of Hammondsport; and his siblings, Roger W. Utter (Barbara), Terry Turner (Myron Turner) and Cheryl.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara J Utter (Roe Hawkins); his children, Michael J Hawkins (Prattsburgh) and Rebecca Riekofski (Steven); his granddaughter Cassidy L Papia (Captain James V.); and his siblings, Donna U. Wright (Wright), Gary R. Utter (Sharon), Dale S. Utter (late Janice), Charleen Carlson (late Tom Carlson), Cynthia Comfort and Kim Potter (John Potter). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, the ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
