David M. “Marty” Stovie, born: 9/5/1944, died: 5/6/2026, Age: 81 - Omaha, Nebraska

David M. “Marty” Stovie was born on September 5, 1944 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was he third of six children in the Stovie family. He married his high school sweetheart, Kathy, on May 1, 1965. They were married for 61 years.  

Marty started his career with UPS (United Parcel Service) in several roles and positions. Throughout the years, he continued working in the sales industry.  Marty ended his career at the Madonna School as a van driver for his granddaughter, Avery and her friends with special needs.  This was by far, his favorite job!

Marty and Kathy were blessed with two daughters, Jill and Amy, followed by four grandchildren: Mason, Mary, Avery, and Brendan.  He was very proud of his family and ALWAYS put them first.    

Marty enjoyed many activities/sports, and was good at them all: including tennis, racquetball, golf, and checkers.  He loved watching his grandsons, Mason and Brendan play baseball, and he was a die hard HUSKER FAN!

MEMORIAL MASS:

Friday, June 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Madonna Ability Alliance Chapel: Celebrant, Rev. John Pietramale, 7197 Pine Street, Omaha, NE 68106.

The family invites you to attend Marty's Celebration of Life on Friday, June 5th  at 5:00 p.m. at The Tradition  Clubhouse, 1250 South 157th Street, Omaha, NE 68130.  Your presence will be a gift to them.

Obituary Published 5/8/2026 by Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, West Center Chapel, 7805 W. Center Rd., Omaha 68124  |  402-391-3900  |  www.heafeyheafey.com.

Obituary information for David M. "Marty" Stovie

Marty promoted checkers in Nebraska for two decades and held and sponsored the District 7 Tournaments.  He established the “Kingsrow Checker Club,” and created the Nebraska Checker Hall of Fame.

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9-15-09 Nebraska Museum.htm

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NCA Years of Change.htm

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09 Nebraska 3Move Photos.htm

09NE GAYP Photos.htm

2006 Lloyd Mills Nebraska State.htm

2006 NE 108th State Open.htm

2006 Omaha City Tournament.htm

2007 109th State Open.htm

2007 Nebraska Ceremony.htm

Nebraska HOF.htm

2007 Omaha City Tournament.htm

2007 Omaha GAYP.htm

2007-July 22 Midland World-Herald.htm

2008 Omaha City Photos.htm

2009 MO State GAYP Group.htm

2015 District 7.htm

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