David Arthur Pickering passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. He was born December 15, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late John William Sr. and Mildred (Martin) Pickering. David served his country honorably with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. David was married to Lois Glidden for 52 years before she passed on August 16, 2020. Together, David and Lois made their home in Ortonville, Michigan where they raised their family and a menagerie of animals. David was employed by General Motors for 32 years. Following his retirement he and Lois moved to Hasting, Michigan. In recent years, they split their time between Apache Junction, Arizona and Tubbs Lake near Big Rapids. David enjoyed their travels, cooking, card games, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him as he made an impact on many lives. David is survived by three daughters, Rebecca (Michael) Lydy, Michelle (Mark) Bott, and Patricia (Michael) McKay; grandchildren, Brandi, Marie, Bruce, Emily, Alexander and Calvin; and great-grandchildren, Connor, Treah, and Martin. Cremation will take place and David will be interred at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in Davids name to Wreaths Across America-Great Lakes or Newaygo County Compassion Home. The Lord bless you and keep you. May he show his face to you and have mercy. May he turn his countenance to you and give you peace. Arrangements and care entrusted to Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family at daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com