David M. Nord

January 8, 1947 - November 16, 2021

David Michael Nord, age 74, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at home. He was born January 8, 1947 in Muskegon to Warren and Ula (Eskew) Nord. David was a graduate of North Muskegon High School in 1964 with honors and attended the University of Michigan. For 50 years he worked as an electrical engineer/designer prior to his retirement in 2011. On March 14, 1970, he married the former Sandra Lee Payne at the Trinity Lutheran Church in New Era, MI. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of New Era, MENSA, the NRA, AROC (Alfa Romeo Owners Club), and the Twin Lake Gun Club. David also enjoyed woodworking, reading, and car trips with Sandra. SURVIVORS include his wife, Sandra; daughter, Kristina (Rodney) Gallo; 2 grandsons: William and Samuel Gallo; 5 brothers-in-law: Alan (Pam), Bruce, Dennis (Brenda), Bradley, and David (Lisa) Payne, who were very close to his heart; and his nephew, Warren “Todd” (Marta) Nord III, who was his closest relative throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Warren “Tony” Nord, Jr. A MEMORIAL SERVICE for David will be held 2:00 PM Friday, November 26, 2021 at the First Lutheran Church of Muskegon (1206 Whitehall Rd., North Muskegon, MI 49445). VISITATION with the family will be one hour prior to the service. MEMORIALS to the National Kidney Foundation, Mission for Area People, or the Trinity Lutheran Church of New Era Community Food Pantry will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 737 Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442 (231) 726-5210