David Turrill, born in January 1951 in Marietta, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home in Elyria on March 14, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and friend.

Dave was married to his cherished wife Michele (nee-Diedrick) for 40 wonderful years. He is survived by his wife, sons, Nick and Nathan, grandchildren, whom he was very proud of Rory and Jack and daughter-in-law Colleen. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Betty, brothers Ronald (Joanne) Yeakle and Chris Gautreau, father-in-law Tom Diedrick, brothers-in-law Todd Diedrick, Scott (Robin) Diedrick, Barry (Andrea) Diedrick and Brad (Shari) Diedrick and sister-in-law Kim (Mike Swartz) and many nieces and nephews who he deeply loved.

Dave was proud of his service in the Army where he served as a paratrooper. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years in 2020. While at Ford he organized the Ford/UAW charity golf outing to benefit the Blessing House in Lorain.

Dave was a champion pool player, dart thrower and golfer.

He was preceded in death by his parents Merle Turrill, Ula Gautreau, stepfather Art Gautreau, brother Edward and sister Sheryl and mother-in-law Barb Diedrick.

Dave leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

A Celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Blessing House, 6115 Olivet Ave., Elyria, Ohio 44035.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Elyria.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com