David Vincent Bozzi – Lansing, Mich., formerly of Monongahela and Liberty Borough

 
David Vincent Bozzi, born May 17, 1949, passed away peacefully on Aug. 22, 2021, in Lansing, Mich., at age 72. He is survived by the mother of his children, Irma Bravo Bozzi; daughter, Anita Bozzi; son, Anthony Bozzi; daughter-in-law, Katelyn Bozzi; granddaughter, Marley Bozzi; sisters, Susan Bozzi Basu and Anita Bozzi Epolito; and many loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Born at Monongahela Memorial Hospital in New Eagle, to the late Vincent F. and Anna Sabo Bozzi, he spent his childhood on Park Avenue in Monongahela and Liberty Borough. He graduated from McKeesport Vocational High School. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force between 1968-1972 as a plane mechanic. After the Air Force, David and Irma started their family in San Francisco, Calif. In San Francisco, David worked as a stationary engineer at SF Municipal Water Company where he developed a deep fund of knowledge that he would use throughout his career. His foundational contributions to green-energy systems were patented and published in several scientific journals. After retirement, David moved to Lansing, Mich. He was a passionate train enthusiast throughout his life, continuing to take cross-country train trips as often as he could. David Bozzi triumphed in living his life as a pioneer, harnessing his passion for science to propel him into far and uncharted territory. His adventurous spirit, loving devotion, and sharp wit will dearly be missed. His family invites you to commemorate his life and passing. Friends and family will be received from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at FRYE FUNERAL HOME INC., 427 W. Main St., Monongahela. Funeral services will begin at noon with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Interment will follow in the Monongahela Cemetery with military honors accorded by the U.S. Air Force. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fryefuneralhome.com.