Freeville - David Frederick Aiken, age 67 of Freeville, died Saturday, February 14, 2009, evening at Cayuga Medical Center. Mr. Aiken was born in Bainbridge, the son of the late Levi and Marion Aiken. David was a member of the Class of 1959 at Greene Central High School and he would have celebrated his 50th Class Reunion in September. Prior to his retirement, David was a salt miner for 35 years at Cargill Inc., in Lansing.

He enjoyed cars, fishing and hunting, watching his grandchildren play sports and performing in concerts; he was a person who enjoyed being in the outdoors and spending time with friends and family. David will be missed by all.

 

Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Iva Aiken; a son, Michael (Paula) Aiken; a daughter, Dawn Aiken; 14 grandchildren; two brothers, James (Sylvia) Aiken and Daniel (Avon) Aiken; a sister, Carol (Homer) Aiken; many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a brother, Joseph Aiken.

 

Friends and family may call from 6 until 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Herson Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Frear Memorial Park in the Spring. Memorials may be made to Gadabout Transportation Services, 737 Willow Ave., Ithaca or to the Dialysis Unit at Cayuga Medical Center.