IVES, DAVID W.

David Walter Ives, a Portland and Essex, CT man, was born on December 1, 1941 and passed away on January 8, 2018 following a long illness with Alzheimer’s disease. David graduated from Portland High School and placed in the top three in New England during his apprenticeship as a tool and die maker. He went on to own and operate Ives Tool Company, Inc. for more than three decades. David specialized in manufacturing prototypes, parts and inventions, many of which included contributions to his country. David lived a full life pursuing diverse interests. He was a member of the Audubon Society and a lifetime member of the Grafton Historical Society, Vermont. He was an avid golfer, long standing member of several golf leagues and participated in several charitable tournaments. David was fortunate to attend the Masters and several U.S. Opens. Always a boating enthusiast, David loved when he and Susan lived aboard their “Great Escape” on Long Island. He also enjoyed restoring and showing his antique 1962 Chevy Corvette. David recently received his 50-year Mason’s membership pin presented by the Grand Lodge of Connecticut. He was also honored to be the recipient of the Pierpont Edwards Medal in recognition of his service to the Masons, his family, country, community and numerous civic organizations. David led a life of achievement, self-sacrifice and commitment. He will be missed. David leaves behind his loving wife Susan Nyman Ives, his devoted Alea and Kevin Wall family, several nieces and nephews, one daughter, Leslee Hill, her husband and their two children. Family and friends are invited to visit with his family on Friday (Jan. 18th) from 5 to 6 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. Funeral services will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a Masonic Ritual at 6:30 p.m. Burial will be in Burr Cemetery, Higganum. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to The Masonic Charity Foundation of Connecticut, PO Box 70, Wallingford, CT 06492 or Hospice Foundation of America, 110 Barnes Rd., Wallingford, CT 06492. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com