David Clarke Nalivka, Longtime Havre Resident, Dies at 81

Nalivka passed away peacefully in Spring Valley, California, where he lived with his wife Chong and son Rocky.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 12:00am

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David Clarke Nalivka, a native of Havre, Montana, passed away on March 7, 2026 at the age of 81. Nalivka was predeceased by his first wife Elaine and their three daughters, as well as several siblings. He is survived by his second wife Chong, son Rocky, daughter Tracie, grandchildren, and other family members.

Why it matters

Nalivka's passing marks the end of an era for the Nalivka family, who were longtime residents of Havre. David Nalivka lived a full life and is remembered as a good man by his loved ones.

The details

David Clarke Nalivka was born on February 28, 1945 in Havre, Montana to parents Paul and Vivian Nalivka. At the time of his passing, he was living in Spring Valley, California with his wife Chong and son Rocky. Nalivka was predeceased by his first wife Elaine and their three daughters, as well as several of his siblings.

  • David Nalivka was born on February 28, 1945 in Havre, Montana.
  • Nalivka passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026.

The players

David Clarke Nalivka

A native of Havre, Montana who passed away at the age of 81 in Spring Valley, California.

Chong Nalivka

David Nalivka's second wife, with whom he was living in Spring Valley, California at the time of his passing.

Rocky Pak

David Nalivka's son, who was living with him and his wife Chong in Spring Valley, California.

Tracie LaCroix

David Nalivka's daughter, who survives him along with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Paul Nalivka

David Nalivka's father, who predeceased him.

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The takeaway

David Nalivka's passing marks the end of an era for the Nalivka family, who were longtime residents of Havre, Montana. Despite the loss of his first wife and children, Nalivka went on to build a new life with his second wife Chong and continued to be surrounded by his surviving family members in his later years.