David William Bote, age 74, of Montgomery City, died Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 1, 1950, in Washington (Franklin County).
He was a loving son of the late William and Violet Bote, a beloved husband of Mary Ann Bote (nee; Webb), a loving father to Charles (Patty Ehlenbeck) Bote and Patrick (Angela Usry) Bote, a dear brother of Ruby Mae Lilley, RuthAnn Hammett and Jean Elizabeth Campfield and a cherished grandfather to Zach Tyler Bote.
David worked at Old Castle Glass for 42 years, retiring in 2017. He loved his job dearly and had many close friends from there, past and present.
David was an all-around great husband, father, grandfather and friend. He loved his family dearly. He was a hard worker who loved being with family and friends, exchanging stories and sharing old memories. He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, boating, gardening, BBQ and smoked meats. He also loved his tractors.
David will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. on Feb. 23 at the Marylou Community Building, 825 Market Street in Truesdale.