David Fetzer
December 17, 1982 - December 20, 2012
David Fetzer was the kindest, purest soul on the planet. He was born December 17, 1982, and to the grief of all who came within the sphere of his influence, he died on December 20, 2012.
David was an actor, beginning with his days at City Rep Theatre, and spanning roles at Pioneer Memorial Theater, SLAC, Plan B Theatre, and The Grand Theatre. He attended Interlochen Arts Academy where he made talented lifelong friends with whom to make magical art.
David was a producer and director, interested in all art forms, but particularly dedicated to the theater, beginning the New Works Theater Machine in Salt Lake City in 2010 to create an engaging theater experience for 18-35 year-old theatergoers.
David was a musician, teaching himself to play guitar, flute, clarinet, piano, and harmonica. He formed the band Mushman with lifelong friend Pat, and with them made three albums.
David was an artist and sharp wit. He joined the two in his cartoons, Overman and the Void, and Edward Sykes Cunningham with Apple, scribbled all over his junior high school textbooks and tests. Somehow, he was allowed into high school.
David was also a filmmaker. He never said no to a friend asking for help on a project. Most recently along with lifelong friend Kenny, David worked on a film, Must Come Down, that has appeared in many film festivals.
But above all these, David was a guileless, loving, and compassionate friend, brother, son, and partner. David somehow knew what each person needed, and provided it, without ever knowing he was, and without ever crowing that he was doing so. He melded wisdom beyond his years with the most adorable nerdiness ever.
David is survived by his mother Betsy Ross and her husband Rick Anderson; father Robert Fetzer and his wife Debbie; and siblings Scott, Jessica, and Carly, with whom he formed a strong and loving bond, and a loyalty that time and distance from each other has not diminished. He also leaves many loved step-siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles, and dear, dear friends. He most sadly leaves behind his beloved Ashly, who brightened his life immeasurably the past two years.
A Celebration of David’s life will be held Wednesday, December 26th at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Wake arrangements and care entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. A Funeral will be held at the Monument Park First Ward, 20th East and Michigan Ave., Thursday, December 27th at 11:00 am. Funeral Service entrusted to Larkin Mortuary. The family will receive friends prior from 10:00-10:40 a.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, 3401 South Highland Drive.
In Loving Memory
Dear David, Your life and death touched me beyond words; something I have rarely experienced. I married on June 12, 1981. Later I awaited the birth of a daughter to be born on December 17, 1982. Sadly, my precious baby could not make it past the seven month mark in gestation and we lost her. I see in your eyes the tenderness, love and also pain of one who has walked the same pathway you have. I am no stranger to the internal pain oft overlooked in this life because it can't be seen or is not recognized by a cultural who almost shuns it and a society as a whole that sees the issue of mental health as something less worthy of a cursory look. David, now is your time to show your beautiful "scars" as you are in a place so beautiful and holy, that only very, like you, will ever experience it. The healing has begun. I bear scars of an attempt to remove myself from a crazed world that didn't understand creativity, tenderness and the yearning to be a completely authentic person. I forgive them and I am sorry for those who choose to judge. They are the ones that need prayers said on their behalf far greater than you and I. My 22 month old grandson (from my beautiful adopted only child) gives me now reason to live. Strangely, however, when I accepted it, parts of me began to phsically die. I hope you will accept me as your friend in another life. I want to talk theater with you and your upcoming projects. I know with a complete surety that you walk with God. You are one of his chosen, strong, and divine. May you always be enfolded in the arms of angels until the many of those left waiting behind will have the chance. You are a beautiful man and a true son of a living God. Good-bye sweet prince. Sincerely, Maureen Grace Pinegar
Maureen Grace Pinegar
Midvale, Ut
Please accept my typos with grace. When writing through eyes full of tears, one often makes simple human mistakes. Forgive my errors. MJP
Maureen Pinegar
Midvale, UT
Hello Robert, I am Vincenzo Vivona, I worked with you at Fetzers. I am so sorry for your loss. Your son was so young but they say only the good die young. I think Jesus must want David with him now. My condolences from all my family to yours. Vincenzo
Vincenzo Vivona
West Valley City, ut
Dear Betsy and Family, My heart breaks for you upon hearing the news of David's passing. There truly are few words of comfort I can think of, but to say that David obviously made quite the positive impact on this world in his short time here. Please know that I am thinking of you all at this time of loss, and you are all in my prayers. May his memory be a blessing. Love, Susie
Susie Berry Golding
Houston, Tx
Dear Family and Friends of David, My wife Karen and I wish to express our sympathies to you during this time of loss. Our relationship is with the Fetzers dating back to the early 50's. I, having grown up with Robert and his family in the old Arbor Ward in Temple View Stake until their family moved to Europe. Interestingly, Debbie (Robert's spouse) is a relative of Karen's. We feel the tenderness of the passing of a loved one. We express our warm wishes of peace and comfort to all at this difficult time. Frederik and Karen Gasparac Dissel
Frederik and Karen Gasparac Dissel
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Dear Betsy and Rick, Roberta and I are sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences. Bob
Robert H. "Bob" Lovell
Salt Lake City, Ut
I am very sorry to hear of David's passing. I worked with him in To Kill A Mockingbird at Pioneer and remember his great humor, joy and uncanny professionalism for his young age. Blessings to all his family and friends.
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Teaneck, NJ
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