David A. Nordstrand
Died Feb. 24, 2018
NORTHPORT
– David Allen Nordstrand, 69, of Northport, passed away suddenly
Saturday, February 24, 2018.
He was born in Manistee, Sep. 10, 1948, the son
of Ivan and Marjorie (Nelson) Nordstrand who have preceded him in death. David is survived by his wife, Yvonne; his
children Clara (Seth) Kritzman, Alexandra Lowery, and Michael (Rebecca)
Dujanowicz; grandchildren, Ethan, Zachary, Matthew, Trey, and Charlie;
mother-in-law, Teresa Wilk; and brothers, Mark Nordstrand and Philip (Linda)
Nordstrand.
David was a Head Engineer, Subject Matter Expert
in Environmental Control at DTE Energy. He
was a specialist in solid fuel blending and spent a portion of his early career
in noise pollution. He retired after
more than 35 years with DTE Energy. In
his retirement, David was active in the Village of Northport’s civic life. He made contributions to the planning
commission, Village council, and addressed environmental issues.
David was raised on the Old Mission Peninsula. He spent summers as a teen working as a
foreman at local cherry orchards. David
loved the out of doors. He enjoyed every
season on the Leelanau Peninsula – not just the four. He was an avid bicyclist and cross-country
skier. A kayaker, the Muskegon River and
The Bay were favorites. In the evenings,
you could find David, sitting in his favorite chair by the fireplace reading a
political biography or historical non-fiction.
David enjoyed bringing weary houses back to life.
The “go-to-guy” for just the right tool
and ready consultant on any home repair project. Like a true Engineer, David believed anything
could be fixed- from small electronics to household items. Even a forgotten bicycle left at the street
corner found new parts and new life in his shop.
A beloved husband, father and friend, David had
the gift of being able to apply his good nature, wit and intellect, to assist
anyone with any sort of issue, no matter how major or minor. He was always willing to help.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am,
Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the Bethany Lutheran Church, 220 W Nagonaba
St; Northport, Michigan 49670. The
family will greet friends starting at 10:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Lawrence
Technological University in David’s name. Lawrence Technological University
21000 W 10 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075 or at www.ltu.edu/giving/online-gift.asp
Condolences and memories
may be shared with David’s family below or at our funeral home Facebook page:
Alex and Family,
ReplyDeleteI am sadden t hear about your dad. I know the important role he played in your life. Sending lots of love and hugs. Your dad will be missed. Love you! Lisa
David was my first cousin, but we have not seen each other since we were teenagers and our families climbed the Michigan dunes together. I was so saddened to hear of his untimely passing but glad to read of his full life and loving family... especially his 5 grandsons! He was blessed. My condolences and prayers go out to all who loved and miss cousin David. ~Kris Petersen Enlow Armstong, Boston MA
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