David R. Backus Obituary
The passing of David R. Backus in Syracuse, New York occurred on October 21, 2026. David, born on April 13, 1943, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Ellen; his parents, Reginald "Rex" Backus and Thelma Backus; and his siblings, Justin "Jud" Backus and Roxann Fintel.
He is survived by: his nibling Star Feed; his children, Jamie Backus-Ingve (Lenny) of Mesa, Arizona, Jana Backus Venditte of Syracuse and Brent Backus (Sue) of Kenosha, Wisconsin.; his brother-in-law Edward Fintel; his stepchildren, David Munger Jr., Brandon Munger and Kare'McDonough; his grandchildren, Keith David Andreas, Ellyse Red Wolf, Kyrra Kahler, Dr. Sara Backus, Kasey Kahler and Bryce Backus; and his great grandchildren, Malechi Lovelace, Hezekiah Andreas, Shaylee Andreas, Jude Andreas, Edliza Red Wolf and Jameson Andreas. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in Dave's name to either of the following organizations: Shriners Children's: https://www.shrinerschildrens.org.
