Boston man killed in workplace accident remembered as skilled craftsman, adventurer

A 28-year-old Boston man killed in a workplace accident last week is being remembered for his love of adventure and creative spark.

David Morais, of West Roxbury, died on Sept. 23 at his workplace, Materia Millwork, in Avon. He was moving a stack of plywood when he was fatally injured, according to the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office.

As a child, Morais was “bright and lively” and had a “boundless curiosity for the world around him,” his loved ones wrote in his obituary.

He had a deep love for the outdoors — he liked to ski, golf, boat, garden and sit around the campfire with good friends — and considered every day an adventure. He also loved expensive cars, football Sundays, tutorials on YouTube and a good debate.

“David was a beloved soul who was daring and fearless, yet famously hated change and always liked things done the ‘right way,’” his loved ones wrote.

“He will be missed for his profound loyalty, compassion and heart of gold. His generosity, keen intelligence, and wonderful sense of humor endeared him to all who knew him.”

Morais was a passionate craftsman and built custom woodwork cabinetry, tables and shelves. Cutting boards were his specialty and he was an equally good cook, known for his skills with spices and grilling.

One of his favorite places was at his family’s summer home in Arcadia Campground in New Hampshire, where he spent countless summers with his loved ones. He’d also traveled with his sisters and cousins for the past 10 years to Kermit, West Virginia for one week on what started as a service trip — through the Big Laurel Learning Center — that turned into a cherished week of serenity.

Morais left behind his girlfriend, who was the “love of his life,” along with both of his parents, his sisters and a brother-in-law, a close cousin who was his best friend and countless friends and family.

Calling hours for Morais will be held from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Sept. 29 at the BUMA Funeral Home, located at 101 N. Main St. in Uxbridge. His burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to his volunteer group, the Big Laurel Learning Center, West Virginia.