OLD LYME—The world lost a great man Feb. 1, 2024, when David “Dave” Harold Berggren, 86, of Old Lyme, passed away. Dave was born in Hartford, Oct. 23, 1937, to Hilma (Mimi) Larson Berggren and Harold (Poppy) Berggren.
Dave grew up and attended school in Old Lyme, and after graduation, joined the Merchant Marines. Dave returned home and spent his life as an incredibly talented craftsman …
… Dave was a fixture in the Old Lyme community, even continuing to fight to the end for his beloved Black Hall pond and home, which are being destroyed by beavers.
Dave is survived by his sister Linda Marsh (Ted Marsh); his son David Berggren Jr.; his grandson Hayden Berggren; his great-granddaughter Leynea Berggren; nephew Geoffrey Marsh; and his nieces, Christina Underwood and Kimberly Cappello. Dave is lovingly remembered by Lee Detwiler, who Dave always said was the daughter he never had; and Sam Detwiler, who considered Dave his grandfather.
Dave will be missed by all who visited Camp David, drank beer and listened to his epic stories of a life well lived.
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