David E. Haught, 77, went home to be with the Lord on August 29, 2012. David was a Journeyman-Wireman for I.B.E.W. Local Union #306 for 42 years. He served with the US Navy during the Korean Conflict and was a life member of Army-Navy Union, USA, Garrison #273 and American Legion Post #566. David enjoyed fishing, golfing, and socializing with friends.
Preceded in death by many family members and friends. Survivors include his beloved wife, Donna, of 27 years; sons, Jeffrey (Janice) and Christopher; stepsons, Ryan (Tammy), David, Todd and Eric Stoakes; grandchildren, Ryan Stoakes, II, Haley and Jesse Fry, and Samantha Stoakes; and his best friend forever, Tom Lawless.
Calling hours will be Sunday, 2-6 p.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, where funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Army-Navy Union Honor Guard, c/o John Montis, 601 Massillon Rd., Akron, OH 44312 or American Legion Post #566 Honor Guard, 2974 Cormany Rd., Akron, OH 44319.