Davin Cloward

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Davin Cloward, 18, was born on June 23, 2008, in Murray, Utah. He was a brilliant, creative, determined, and deeply loving young man whose curiosity, humor, and many talents touched the lives of people from every part of his life. Davin passed away on October 13, 2026, leaving behind a family and countless friends who love him and will forever cherish the memories they made with him.

Davin had an extraordinary mind. When something interested him, he wanted to learn everything there was to know about it. He was always creating, exploring, experimenting, and figuring out how things worked. His talents seemed endless, and he had a remarkable ability to pick up something new and make it his own.

He loved music and could play at least 13 instruments, often picking up an unfamiliar instrument and figuring out how to play a song he already knew. The cello was his longtime instrument, beginning in fourth grade, but during high school he also regularly played electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, and upright bass, among others. During his senior year at Westlake High School, where he graduated in 2026, three of his eight class periods were dedicated to music. Music was one of the places where Davin could lose himself in something he loved.

Davin also had an incredible artistic side. He loved to draw, and his drawings were so lifelike and beautiful that they amazed his family. He enjoyed experimenting with different art techniques and creating things that reflected his imagination.

One of Davin's favorite places was the theater's Tech Crew. He loved every part of the process, from designing and building sets to figuring out the lighting. He was a talented Technical Director who knew how to lead and bring ideas to life. His creativity even extended into his video games: in Scrap Mechanic, he programmed a working light board, and in Minecraft, he loved creating his own worlds. Whether he was working behind the scenes on a production, building virtual worlds, or programming something new, Davin loved turning an idea into something real.

His curiosity followed him everywhere. He loved computer programming, Minecraft, video games, movies, and reading. Star Wars remained one of his lifelong favorites, alongside Harry Potter and The Princess Bride. One year, he dressed as Mad-Eye Moody for Halloween, creating the entire costume himself. He once made a Marauder's Map, except that beneath the castle, every passage was marked with the words, “My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.” That was Davin: clever, creative, and always ready to bring his own sense of humor into whatever he did.

As a little boy, Davin was intelligent, curious, and eager to explore. He loved helping his mom around the house, playing outside, and going to the park to swing. When he was one, he was obsessed with the movie Cars, and his favorite character was Frank the combine tractor. Even as a toddler, he had a way of surprising the people around him. At just 18 months old, he shared his first kiss with his friend Savannah as they said goodbye after playing together.

At four years old, Davin was diagnosed with ganglioneuroblastoma, a rare cancer. His cancer journey became a Star Wars adventure. His family explained that the Empire was building a Death Star in his abdomen and that the Jedi, in the form of chemotherapy, would have to fight it. He faced countless medical procedures, scans, and surgeries with remarkable calm. The one thing he absolutely refused to do was provide a urine sample. He declared that he was going to bomb the hospital rather than pee in a cup—a story that captured his humor and strong will even at a young age.

Davin's treatment required the removal of most of his tumor and affected the nerves in his right leg, leaving him with significant weakness and foot drop. His right leg remained much smaller than the rest of his muscular body, and he wore a brace to help him walk. But Davin never allowed his physical limitations to determine what he could accomplish. When a physical therapist believed he would most likely never ride a bicycle without special assistance, Davin taught himself to ride one anyway. He learned to skip, in his own slightly lopsided way, and even learned to balance on his right foot for around 30 seconds. Time and again, he did things people thought he couldn't do.

During his hospital stays, Davin loved putting together new Lego sets while he waited for procedures and enjoyed having nurses join him to play. Therapy dogs and Plants vs. Zombies helped motivate him to get out of bed and walk. He also loved swimming, where his affected foot became a natural flipper. His Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World brought him the joy of eating all the ice cream he wanted, and Make-A-Wish created a playroom for him filled with the kind of space he loved most: room for his imagination and his many Legos, especially his Star Wars, Cars, and Jurassic Park collections.

Davin's determination was matched by his strength and independence. He loved driving and got his learner's permit at 15. On his 16th birthday, he received his driver's license. After celebrating, he dropped his mom off at home and immediately left to hang out with friends. His early driving adventures included hitting a curb and damaging the car enough to make the horn sound like a duck—another memory that became part of the family's collection of Davin stories.

More recently, Davin bought a motorcycle, and he was absolutely thrilled. He declared that getting it was better than Christmas. When he wasn't working or at the gym, he was riding it. He loved sharing his new interests with his brother and sister, and he took them both for rides. He also enjoyed rugby, working out, and spending time with friends. He was happiest when he could be with his people, laughing, hanging out, or playing music.

Davin worked two jobs and kept himself busy every day of the week. He worked as a host at Ocotillo Prime, where he loved the energy of busy shifts, running around, taking care of multiple things at once, and interacting with coworkers. He often came home with stories about the people he had met and the things that had happened at work. He also worked as an exercise technician at a physical therapy office. Some of his favorite days were the ones when his cousin Hailee worked there, giving him the chance to spend time with her.

Despite his busy schedule, Davin made time for the people he loved. After graduating and getting his first job, he created a budget and set aside money to take his girlfriend on dates. They enjoyed quiet evenings together, snuggling, watching movies and random videos, playing instruments, and sharing her beautiful artwork as she drew on him. They watched House together, and he planned to dress as Dr. Gregory House for Halloween.

Davin loved his family, even if he didn't always show his feelings openly. He kept much of what he felt inside, but his love ran deep. There were moments when he let his mom hold him through his pain, allowing her to see the tenderness beneath his strong exterior. He loved having deep conversations about life with his Grandma Taggart and flying hot air balloons with Grandpa Bingham. He also spent countless weekends with his grandparents. Their home was a familiar and beloved place for Davin, especially during the two years he lived with them and his mom after her divorce.

With his brother, Liam, and sister, Sarina, Davin shared the special bond of siblings: sometimes inseparable, sometimes teasing each other until everyone was laughing—or until his siblings were thoroughly annoyed with him. He played dress-up with Sarina and threw the baseball and rugby ball with Liam. He loved showing them the things he was excited about, from his motorcycle and rugby to the memes, wild YouTube videos, and songs he discovered. He wanted the people he loved to experience the things that made him happy.

Davin had a gift for drawing people toward him. He had friends from every chapter of his life, and people seemed naturally drawn to his intelligence, humor, unique interests, and presence. His friendships were important to him, and some of his happiest moments were spent hanging out with friends, playing video games late into the night, going to the gym, or simply being together. He could be quiet and private, but those who knew him understood the depth of his heart and the many sides of his personality.

Davin is survived by his mom, Meghan Brunetti; stepdad, Mike Brunetti; brother, Liam Cloward; sister, Sarina Cloward; his grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends who will miss him deeply. He was preceded in death by his dad, who passed away six years earlier.

Davin's life was filled with creativity, music, laughter, determination, curiosity, and love. He was an artist, a musician, a builder, a problem-solver, a brother, a grandson, and a friend. He was a young man who continually pushed beyond what others thought possible and who brought his own unmistakable personality to everything he did. His family and friends will carry his stories, his humor, his music, and the memories of his life with them always.

A message of love and awareness

Davin's passing is a heartbreaking reminder that we cannot always see the struggles another person may be carrying. Someone can be talented, funny, busy, surrounded by friends, and deeply loved, and still be struggling in ways others may not recognize. We encourage everyone to check in on the people they love, listen without judgment, and make space for honest conversations about mental health. Never underestimate the importance of reaching out, offering kindness, or letting someone know they matter. Asking for help is a sign of courage, and no one should have to face their pain alone.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 11:00 am in the Spring Run Ward Chapel, 3382 East Spring Mountain Drive, Eagle Mountain, Utah. Family and friends may attend a viewing from 9:30 - 10:45 am prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com.