David D. Grenfell, age 72, passed away peacefully at St. Luke's Bethlehem Hospital on October 8th, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones.
David was born in Ridley, Pennsylvania, and was the youngest child of his late parents: Wesley Grenfell and Edith Grenfell (Malcom). David is preceded in death by his son, David, and his siblings: Edith, Ellen, and William. David is survived by his loving wife Gaynell, three daughters, Gaynell (Dax), Ashley, and Casey; and twelve cherished grandchildren: Kayla, Gianna, Jaxon, Kylos, Sydney, Savannah, Alyssa, Michael, Olivia, Layla, Carmella, and Arnold.
David attended Collingdale High School (class of 1969), where he met his wife Gaynell. From his junior year, they have not been apart. David was an avid pool shooter and member of the local American Legion 242. He also enjoyed creating works of art; from paper and pencil, to wood and nails. David was also very involved in many sports throughout his lifetime. To name a few: basketball, gymnastics, hunting, fishing, and archery.
David lived everyday to his fullest. He enjoyed spending time with his family and making everyone around him laugh. David was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Services: A celebration of David's Life is being planned. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to James Funeral Home, Bethlehem.