David P. Gerrish

David P. Gerrish, 73, of Sanford, formerly of Acton, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at the Greenwood Center in Sanford, Maine while surrounded by his family after a period of declining health due to Parkinson's disease.David was born in Sanford on November 1, 1942 and was a graduate of Sanford High School. He was enrolled in the National Guard for a short period of time. By trade he was a truck driver and won many safe driving awards.In his younger days he enjoyed snowmobiling, roller skating and antique cars. He also enjoyed volunteering for the Acton Fire Department. During his time while in the Sanfield Nursing Home in Hartland and most recently Greenwood Center in Sanford he enjoyed playing BINGO and listening to music.David is predeceased by his father Paul Gerrish, his mother Jessie Johnson and his long time friend Buddy the yellow lab.He is survived by his daughter Tara Watts and her husband Andrew of Newburyport, MA, his son Thad Gerrish of Lenoir, NC and a grandson. Also surviving are family friends Doris and Wayne Joaquin of Lebanon, ME. He is predeceased by his father Paul Gerrish and his mother Jessie Johnson and his long time friend Buddy the yellow lab.A private graveside service will be held at a later date.Arrangements are under the direction of Black Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, Sanford-Springvale.To leave a message of condolence for the family please click on the condolences tab to the left.