David K. Chew

June 1, 1938 - April 1, 2021

David King Chew, of Bradenton, FL and Clayton, NJ, formerly of Blackwood, NJ and Washington Twp., NJ, passed away April 1, 2021 at the age of 82 years. Devoted husband of fifty-nine years of Barbara Chew (nee Seymour). Loving father of David E. Chew (Kim Ann) of IL, Debra C. Conville (Dale) of Turnersville, NJ, and Dean K. Chew of Sewell, NJ. Beloved grandfather of Carlee M. Chew (fiancé, Ricky D’Arcangelo), Victoria E. Karow (Jordan), Grier A. Conville, David P. Chew, Rylan D. Chew, Brayden A. Chew, and Tessa C. Conville.He was predeceased by his parents, Norman M. Chew and Marie K. Chew (nee King), and his brother Donald N. Chew. He is also survived by his beloved dog Jacee. Dave was a longtime resident of Blackwood, NJ, where he and his wife, Barbara, owned Chew’s Florist, a family owned and operated business since his father, Norman, opened it in 1934. Dave was often referred to as “Mr. Blackwood” and was a devoted servant to his hometown. His dedication to his family business and his town could be felt by anyone who drove past his beautifully decorated business, aptly located in the “heart” of town. He was a charter member (1961), past president, and Paul Harris Fellow recipient of the Blackwood Rotary Club and believed firmly in their pledge, “service above self”. Through the years he was recognized for numerous improvement projects throughout Gloucester Township. The two that brought him the most pride were his participation and development of the Blackwood Pumpkin Festival and the Blackwood Farmer’s Market; annual events to which he devoted a great deal of time and effort to endure their success. Dave was never one to back away from giving of himself if it meant investing in the future of others. Dave was a man of unlimited interests and hobbies, hunting, fishing, shooting, snowmobiling, waterskiing, boat racing as well as numerous other activities. However, none of these activities brought him as much joy as when he shared them with the ones he loved. For many years Norway Lake, ME was the gathering place for family and friends, and in later years, Marathon in the Florida Keys became his paradise of choice. Dave was a Member of Laurel Lodge #237 F&AM, Laurel Springs, NJ, and longtime member of the Scottish Rite Consistory, Collingswood, NJ. Since he relocated his NJ residence to Silver Lake in Clayton, NJ, he became a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, where he found peace, devotion, and strength in his battle against Alzheimer’s disease. Viewing will be Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Earle Funeral Home, 122 W. Church St., Blackwood, NJ 08012. Service and interment on Friday will be held privately. Donations in Dave’s memory would be appreciated to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106, or to Fanconi.org in honor of his granddaughter, Carlee M. Chew. Condolences may be shared at www.earlefuneralhome.com