David Harold Webb

St. George, Utah - David Harold Webb (Dave) passed away September 5, 2023, at Dave & Linda’s home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Murray, Utah on March 11, 1924, to Lucy and Franklin Webb. At the young age of 3, he lost his father Franklin, and was raised by his mother, Lucy and stepfather, Jack Miller. Now, just 6 months shy of his 100th birthday, we honor his incredible life, celebrate his countless achievements, and cherish the memories made with our beloved Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Great-Great Grandpa, Uncle, & Friend. Dave was student body president at Murray High School in 1941-42. He married his high school sweetheart, and love of his life, Elizabeth (Betty) McGhie on June 27th, 1942. Shortly thereafter, he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Betty and Dave shared 74 ½ beautiful years together, and spent those years enjoying their 5 children, 22 grandchildren, 61 great grandchildren and 43 great-great grandchildren. Dave spent 10 years as a driver’s license examiner for the State of Utah. He started his own company, Webb Home Improvement and served as a police officer & volunteer firefighter for Murray City, Utah. He became Chief Special Investigator for the Utah Attorney General’s Office, becoming the first Chief of Police at the Utah State Capitol. He created his own Security Company, Webb Security, which became the first security company to provide security officers at the Salt Lake International Airport. He also provided security officers for the Salt Palace, Cottonwood Hospital, Fort Douglas, and several other businesses and people. He provided security for Elvis Presley and true to his nature, became instant friends with him. He served as a member and past president of the Eagles’ Lodge in Murray. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion in Murray and St. George, Utah. He was also a member of the Exchange Club and the International Footprinter’s Association of the Salt Lake City Chapter. When Dave was not working, he spent time at their cabin in Lambs canyon. He loved to fish, hunt, and garden. He also enjoyed music and reminiscing with friends. He never missed an opportunity to share a joke, speak in a variety of foreign languages, or even make up his own language. Dave knew how to truly enjoy the moment. He had a way of making everyone feel welcome and part of the family. After retiring to St. George, Utah, he enjoyed traveling with family, playing card games, watching old westerns, enjoying nightly banana splits, covered with caramel and chocolate. We will miss holding his hand, listening to his stories, his contagious laugh, quit wit, and beautiful singing voice which, we feel, rivaled Frank Sinatra. To all those he loved, and to those that loved him so dearly, he would want each of you to know what an important part you played in his life. “Arrivederci!” until we meet again. Dave is survived by his children, DeAnne (Ron) Nielson, Janice Mines, Sheryl (Lynn) Bloxham, Colleen (Carl) Pinneo, and David C. (Linda) Webb. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth (Betty), parents Lucy and Franklin Webb, two brothers, Frank Webb and Jack Miller, his sister Olive Eatchel and two sons-in-law, Carl Pinneo & Ron Nielson. We would like to give special thanks to the incredible hospice team: Pauline, Kason, Ginger, Lisa, April, and Chaplin Ralph. Also, a special thank you to his visiting friend Gary from 5-Counties. Services will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at the Bluffdale 16th ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, located at 15040 South Mountainside Dr. (2400 West) Bluffdale, UT 84065. A viewing will be held from 10:30-11:45 am and the funeral service will begin at 12:00 noon followed by the internment at Utah Veterans Cemetery & Memorial Park (Camp Williams) 17111 S Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale, UT 84065 In lieu of flowers, sing your favorite Dean Martin song to someone you love.

David Harold Webb

March 11, 1924 - September 5, 2023