David Axtell

Port Leyden - David Axtell, 69, of Pearl St., passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Boonville, following a brief illness. David was born on January 17, 1952 a son of Harold and Evelyn Wood Axtell. David was raised in Port Leyden and was a 1970 graduate of South Lewis Senior High School. He then furthered his education at SUNY Oswego, returning to Pearl St., Port Leyden, where he has since lived. David was a gifted artist and enjoyed painting. David is survived by his sisters: Fay LeMay, Canastota, Carolyn Simpson, Boonville, Elaine Minga, Florida, Eugenia Kogut, Greig, his cousin: Paul (Judy) Axtell, Port Leyden, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at Port Leyden Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pilgrim Holiness Church, Port Leyden, NY 13433.