David Norman Magiera

David Norman Magiera, age 61, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday November 18, 2018, after battling cancer for over 20 years. He was born on November 16, 1957 to John and Norma (Reed) Magiera. He is survived by his four children David (Lindsay), Eric (Sarah), Heather D’Angelo (Chris) and Nicole Narkus (Dave); his two granddaughters Lillian and Nora; his ex-wife and close friend Donna Zelecki; and brother John “Jack” Magiera, and sister Rebecca Magiera. David was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary Kay. David was born in Dundee, MI, but was a resident of Warren, MI for the majority of his life. He graduated from Centerline High School, where he ran cross-country and played basketball. He was a captain of the basketball team as a senior. David later earned a degree from Baker College. David married Donna Zelecki on November 20, 1978, and they had four children: David, Eric, Heather and Nicole. Although they would later divorce, the two remained very close friends, and Donna helped with care over the last few months. He was incredibly happy to see all four of his children grow up and get married. He also loved developing a bond with his first granddaughter Lillian and was ecstatic to meet his second granddaughter Nora two days before he passed. He was also excited to learn that he had another granddaughter on the way at Nicole’s gender reveal a few weeks ago. David also loved music and played guitar all the way up to the end. David was an employee of Greenfield Health within Henry Ford Health System since 2002. He also created two videography companies, Curtain Call Video and Magiera MultiMedia. Through these, he filmed high school sports for over 30 years, specializing in high school football. He filmed for Brother Rice High School, Country Day High School and Chippewa Valley High School. His passion for sports was always on display, and he always noted that the bonds he created with the schools, coaches, players and families were a point of pride in his life. David was a very loving and generous person, and always wanted to help those in need. He was extremely helpful in caring for both parents as they had prolonged illnesses. Whenever he saw someone in need, especially one of his children’s friends, he offered them a place to stay or financial assistance to help them through a rough time. David was first diagnosed with cancer in 1998, and he fought courageously to beat it three times. He was proud to have witnessed the growth of his family through marriage and grandchildren. As battling cancer became tougher in the last few months, he moved in with Heather and Donna. He noted how happy and lucky he felt to be able to be around family so much, and was grateful for all of his family and friends. He is greatly loved and will be missed.

David Norman Magiera

November 16, 1957 - November 18, 2018