David Bly 1950 - 2008

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David Bly, 58, Lignite, ND, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008, in a Minot hospital from complications from a lengthy battle with cancer.

David Jerome Bly was born August 18, 1950, the son of Lloyd and Joy (Nelson) Bly in Powers Lake, ND. He was raised and educated in the Lignite area. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical Aviation from North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND.

On March 17, 1973, he married Betty Tonneson. Together, they had four children. He farmed most of his life. He was the Mayor of Lignite for several years and was active in many county and state boards.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed driving around to have coffee and visit with his many friends.

His loving family includes: wife, Betty, Lignite; daughter, Lisa Van Berkom and her husband, Brad, Dickinson; sons, Jerome Bly, Lignite, and Christopher Bly, Portal;
grandchildren, Tricia Van Berkom, Dalton Michels, Belle, and Prairie Bly; mother and father, Lloyd and Joy Bly, Lignite; sister, Martha (Walter) Harms, Portal; brother, Andy Bly, Lignite; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

David was preceded in death by his daughter, Laura.

Funeral: Monday, November 10, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Lignite.

Interment: St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Lignite, ND.

Visitation: Monday from 10 to 11 am at Christ Lutheran Church, Lignite.

Officiant: Pastor Phyllis Scroggins

Music
Karen Buerkle, Vocalist to offer "Amazing Grace"
Kathy Fagerland, Organist
Congregational Hymns
"Rock of Ages" & "What A Friend We Have In Jesus"

Honorary Bearers: David's family and friends

Active Bearers: Delwyn Winzenburg, Mark Larson, Frank Lindberg, Mitchell Mc Evers Scott Kostad, John Rubbert


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