David L. Standeven of Downingtown

David L. Standeven, 70, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at the Chester County Hospital.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Merlin and Irene Bezold Standeven.

David graduated from Roxborough High School, received a B.S. in Physics from Drexel University and went on to Cleveland State University to earn his Masters in Electrical Engineering.

Since 1990, David worked as an electromagnetic compatibility consultant for the Navy on the Electric Drive Program, the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program, the OHIO Replacement Class Submarine Program and the Ford Class Carrier Program. He set up the EMC Test Laboratory at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia. For the past 11 years, he worked for AMSEC LLC as a senior engineer, providing EMI/EMC expertise, testing support and training to the Navy and Newport News Shipbuilding Company.

David was an avid golfer and valued tenor in several choirs throughout his life. He enjoyed videography and arranging music for his daughter’s roller skating career.

He is survived by his three children, Christopher L., Adam C., and Ashley Moore. Also survived by his former wife, Carol Whitesel Standeven, and their five grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his son, Matthew and brother, Roger.

A funeral service will be held at 11am on Wednesday, March 22nd at the James J. Terry Funeral Home, 736 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown, where family and friends may call from 9:30 to 10:45 am.

Interment in West Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bala Cynwyd.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution can be made to the Colon Cancer Alliance, www.ccalliance. org.

To send online condolences, visit www.jamesterryfuneralhome.com.