David J. McIlwain
November 18, 1946 - July 14, 2026
David J. McIlwain Obituary
Goshen, IN - David J. McIlwain, 79, died on Tuesday, July 14, at Goshen Hospital.
He was born on Nov. 18, 1946 in Columbus, Indiana to James A. and Dorothy (Oaks) McIlwain.
Survivors include his wife, Kimie McIlwain; children, Connie (Henry) Sears, Goshen, Jason (Amanda) Cripe, Syracuse, Ryan (Debbie) McIlwain, Goshen and Virginia (James) Epps, Dufur, Oregon; nine grandchildren, Karter, Noah, A.J., Kian, Scarlett, AnnDee, Summit, Haley and Brittany; and a brother, Daren (Darlien) McIlwain, Columbus.
A U.S. Navy veteran, Mr. McIlwain served from 1968-1972 and was a member of the V.F.W. and N.R.A..
David helped to build the family business, The Coffee Depot, in Goshen.
He had many interests and enjoyed rock collecting, painting, woodworking, taking things apart and putting them back together. He also enjoyed target shooting and going to the shooting range.
Above all David was a family man and enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David, please visit our floral store.
Goshen, IN - David J. McIlwain, 79, died on Tuesday, July 14, at Goshen Hospital.
He was born on Nov. 18, 1946 in Columbus, Indiana to James A. and Dorothy (Oaks) McIlwain.
Survivors include his wife, Kimie McIlwain; children, Connie (Henry) Sears, Goshen, Jason (Amanda) Cripe, Syracuse, Ryan (Debbie) McIlwain, Goshen and Virginia (J
Published on July 17, 2026
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