David Marr Obituary – Lansing State Journal

David Bonning Marr, 77, of DeWitt, Michigan, passed away on December 23, 2024.

Dave was born on January 31, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan to Carl and Coralie Marr. He attended school in Birmingham and graduated from Cranbrook School in 1965. Dave attended Alma College and received his bachelor’s degree in sociology in 1969. He remained in close contact with his college friends from Alma throughout his life.

After moving to Denver, Colorado, Dave met the love of his life: Cathy Marr. In June 2024 they joyfully celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Dave worked at Sony as a District Sales Manager, which took them to Minneapolis and Chicago before retiring and moving to DeWitt, Michigan to be closer to family.

Throughout his life, Dave treasured the summers he spent with his family on Lake Michigan in Onekama, a place close to his heart. Dave’s greatest joy was supporting his loved ones in any way he could. He really enjoyed family gatherings and celebrations.

Dave particularly enjoyed attending the East Lansing and DeWitt soccer, cross country, basketball and football games. He could often be found on the sidelines taking what he affectionately called “action shots” with his camera.

Part of Dave’s charm came from his storytelling and life advice. He was passionate about teaching the next generation and enriching the lives of his nieces and nephews, always encouraging them to embrace life’s opportunities and adventures.

Dave found happiness in life’s great experiences, such as traveling abroad, and in simple pleasures, such as feeding the squirrels in his garden. Both filled his heart.

There will be a celebration of life in his memory at a later date.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of nearly five decades, Cathy. He is also survived by his brother, Richard Marr of Traverse City, his sister, Janet Adolphsen Caywood of Boise, Idaho; nieces and nephews Elizabeth Casaletto, Rich and Liana Marr, Ryan and Ellen Marr and Peter Adolphsen; great-nieces and nephews Veronica Marr, Wesley and Brooke Casaletto, Jillian, Vivien and Anderson Marr; and extended family in Wisconsin and Florida. Dave was fortunate to have many great neighbors and friends. Dave is preceded in death by his parents Carl and Coralie Marr and his aunt Mardie Marr.

Dave often talked about how happy he felt. He valued the time he spent with family and the shared experiences. Dave will be remembered for his thoughtfulness, generosity and love for his family. He lived each day to the fullest and left a legacy of wisdom, support and joy that will be cherished by all who knew him. We will miss Dave very much.