David Mitchell Venet

David Mitchell Venet, age 61, of Camp Hill, passed away at home on Saturday, October 24, 2026. David was born on Saturday, June 26, 1965, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Ronald John Venet and Marilyn Ann (Mitchell) Venet. David was the widower of Donna Williams, who passed away in November of 2015.

David’s survivors include his four siblings: Kathleen "Kathy" Day (Joel Stoner), of Lewisberry; Craig Venet (Carol), of Cape May, New Jersey, Shelley Eichelberger of Mechanicsburg, and Leslie Zimmerman of Camp Hill; his other mother, Pam Venet; his other father, Ober Heckert; his stepbrothers and several nieces and nephews, as well as many other extended family members and friends.

David graduated from Camp Hill High School as part of the class of 1983. He worked as one of the top carpet salesman for Carpet Mart for nearly ten years. David was an accomplished singer, songwriter, and guitar player who loved to play music. He was a member of several bands over the years including the The Syn D'Cats, Tossed Salad Blues Band, The Doo-Dads, and Souls At Zero. In more recent years, he entertained his loyal fans in local venues as "Dave and Friends" and sometimes, just "Dave Venet." 

All are welcome to join David’s family at his celebration of life open house on Saturday, January 9, 2027, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mechanicsburg Club, 333 Heinz Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. There will be plenty of music, food, and celebrating. *Please RSVP to Kathy. 

David’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral & Cremation in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421. Read David’s full obituary, view his photograph, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.