Dave C. Packer passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2010, in Salt Lake City, Utah, of an unexpected illness.

He was born Dec. 27, 1947, in Boise, Idaho, the son of Sam and Virgie Thomas Packer. With the hands of a strong working man, Dave lived a humble life filled with unconditional love for those around him. He strived for a simple life finding pleasure in working on old cars and sleeping under the stars.

Dave is survived by his wife, Kaye; and five children, Hollie (Wade) Benge, Marilyn Bunn, Doug (Colleen) Bunn, Bob Bunn and James (Sheila) Bunn; 12 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Heather Packer.

A service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July 2, at the Grantsville LDS 9th Ward Chapel, 415 W. Apple St. in Grantsville, Utah, with a viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday in the Paul Cemetery in Paul, Idaho.