David P. Kammer's Obituary
David P. Kammer, 61, of Marcellus, NY, died suddenly at home on Sunday, May 14, 2023. He was born and raised in Beaver Falls, PA to the late Edwin P. and Eleanor (Park) Kammer. David was a graduate of Blackhawk High School, Bucknell University, the University of Houston, and the University of Rochester. He began his career working for Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, later working for Xerox, DecisionOne, Pass & Seymour, and Eaton. At the time of his death, he was Global Director of Strategic Pricing for Quaker Houghton. David’s life was full of adventure, with a wide range of interests. Always at home outdoors, he enjoyed white-water rafting, sailing, ice boating, hiking, skiing, scuba diving, curling, tennis, and quoits. His studies in geology, his passion for adventure, and his love for travel took him around the globe, never without a camera. More than anything, David was most happy at Lake Waynewood, PA surrounded by family, friends, and his three loyal Golden Retrievers Scout, Jenny, and Goose.
In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his son William E. Kammer, his brother Paul Kammer, and his sister Priscilla Valko.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Brigid A. Boyle, his children, Andrew, Annie, and Park Kammer, Alan (Buck) Thurston, his lifelong best friend, and many extended family and friends.
Calling hours will take place from 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) North Syracuse, NY.
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