David Furiate Obituary

David L. Furiate

David L. Furiate, 88, of Findlay, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at his residence.

He was born June 26, 1934, in Malvern, to Frank and Ann (Niemiec) Furiate.

He is survived by his sister, Terri Nigolian (Dick Hadrill); children, Mark (Michelle) Furiate, Timothy (Kimberly) Furiate, Julia Furiate, and Beth Insalaco; 12 loving grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth E. Furiate; second wife, Judith P. Furiate; parents, Frank and Ann Furiate; brothers, Joseph and Frank Furiate; and son-in-law, Samuel Insalaco.

David, tall and steadfast, and warm with a servant's heart, dedicated his life to protecting others and his country. David served in U.S. Army from 1956-1962, during which he received an award for the Berlin Command Outdoor Marksmanship Competition in 1957. Among other credentials, he received his pilot's license from Kent State University in 1974 and was certified in anti-terrorism in 1977.

Most markedly, David was a devoted Highway State Trooper for 30 years, serving all across the state of Ohio. He served as point man for the riots at Kent State University, earning him the fitting title of "stone wall." David also worked for S.E. Johnson as a chief security officer and spent much of his time in the church, working in prison ministry, and attending as a deacon, usher, and providing security at Trinity Baptist Church. He had a life-long passion for winning souls to Christ, sharing the good news with anyone willing or unwilling to hear it.

David spent many of his later years in his home and spending time in nature with his wife, Judy Furiate. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and tending to his home in Findlay. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Trinity Baptist Church, 7839 County Rd. 236. David's funeral will be 12 p.m. Saturday at the church with Herb Koons officiating. Interment will be at Trinity Memorial Gardens.

Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com.