David R. Ouimette

February 26, 1954 - January 14, 2020

David R. Ouimette, 65, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Born February 26, 1954, son of the late Raymond A. and Lucille G. (Genest) Ouimette, he was raised in Chicopee and has resided locally his entire life. A graduate of Chicopee High School, Class of 1972, and of Springfield Technical Community College, David earned his Associates Degree and was a respiratory therapist in this area. He was a proud US Navy veteran, served aboard the USS Milwaukee, and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He was an avid NY Giants fan and always looked forward to football season. David is survived by his loving children, Elizabeth Mavis of Land O’ Lakes, FL, and Matthew Ouimette of Springfield; three cherished grandchildren; caring sisters, Suzanne L. Murphy and husband Tim of Wilbraham, and Laura A. Zych and husband Steve of Ludlow; aunt, Gloria Anderson of West Richland, WA; cousin, Michelle Davis of Chicopee; former wife, Jerri Ouimette of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services and burial with military honors in MA Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam were held privately. Memorial contributions may be made to the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke, 110 Cherry St., Holyoke, MA 01040.