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David Spearles Spilver

1934 - 2025

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David Searles Spilver was born July 14, 1934 in Portland, Oregon to George Searles Spilver and Ruth Alexander (Williams) Spilver. He was raised in Boise, Idaho. David was especially close to his sister, Jane, and their grandparents, Heinrich and Gertrude Spilver. He loved exploring the created world — fishing, camping, hiking, and riding his beloved horse, Peter Pan.

 

David graduated from the College of Idaho, where he studied American History and English. He met Jorita Brasfield at Union Theological Seminary in New York. They married in Riverside Chapel in 1960. Together they raised four daughters, making homes in New York, Portland, St. Louis, and Denver.

 

David was quick-witted, a keen storyteller, and spoke the loveliest prayers. He loved animals and animals loved him. He was politically active, particularly in matters of peacemaking and social justice. He served as elder, teacher and choir member in Presbyterian churches and as moderator of Denver Presbytery. Frugality and a strong independent streak forged his gift for home repairs and maintaining cars well beyond normal mileage. His many photographs of the Grand Tetons and Colorado Rockies will be cherished for years to come. David loved to travel and played a mean game of ping pong. He treasured family, friends and neighbors throughout the years, corresponding through hand-written letters as long as he was able.

 

David joined the church triumphant on May 13, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ruth; wife, Jorita; grandson, Luke; and sister, Jane. He is survived by his daughters and their families: Kristin (Ron) and their daughters, Natalie (Jeff) and Julia (Miles); Jennifer (Steve) and their sons, Jonathan and Ben; Gretchen (Mark) and their daughter, Kacy; Rebecca and her son George; and three great-grandchildren.

 

Memorial services will be announced at a later date

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