David Finger, 66

NEW BEDFORD, MASS. – David Finger passed away Feb. 17 after a long and courageous battle with diabetes and related illnesses. Although seriously ill for the past few years, he never gave up and always kept his sense of humor.

He was the son of the late Louis and Rubye Finger, and he resided in Dartmouth for most of his life. He was a graduate of Dartmouth High School and Roger Williams University. He was the husband of Dianne and father of Daniel Finger and Lisabeth Foley.  He is also survived by his stepdaughter, Lisa Ann Davis, and two loving granddaughters, Avrah Claire Foley and Maggie Leigh Sullivan. Other family members who loved and supported him include Linda and Ernie Ross, Nancy Labrecque and Chad Bonville, and Tracey and Richard Ramos.

According to his wishes, funeral arrangements were private.  Contributions may be made in his memory to the Humane Society, 31 Ventura Dr., No. Dartmouth, MA 02747