David Marvin Mahnke

My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family during this difficult time in your life. May God bless you.

To our family in Texas:

We are grieving with you and struggling with this tragedy.

Uncle Dave was an absolutely amazing man. He had his share of adversity in life, but he would always dust his pants off and hold his hand out. That says a lot about his character and faith, forgiving and generous.

When we think of Uncle Dave the first thing that comes to mind has to be his belly laugh, it was infectious and consumed everyone. His southern drawl was often a source of comedy as well. Certain words like fire, tired, pecan, what he was or wasn't fixing to do, those words still resonate. We'd often remind Uncle Dave of his WI roots but he would hear none of it, he loved Texas.

It really amounts to stories and Uncle Dave's stories were second to none. Many of the stories have taken on epic proportions in our family, stories of Uncle Dave golfing, fishing, playing cards and laughing so hard while watching comedies that his eyes would water. Stories about what his dogs had done to him or how he was doing in the heat without A/C. We have enough stories to laugh the rest of our lives, but they were always better out of his mouth.

Uncle Dave never forgot us- he was always calling, always sending birthday cards and sneaking a check in, always traveling to WI for vacations, weddings, graduations, funerals and births. The last time we saw Uncle Dave was February 4, 2005 a few hours after our son, Samuel, was born. Uncle Dave and Aunt Carole were on their way back to Texas, but made a point to stop by the hospital with a gift before their flight.

Uncle Dave was an incredible man who never forgot us and we will not forget him. We are coming to pay our respects to a man that was more than an Uncle; he was a cornerstone to our family and a dear, dear friend. We love, respect and will miss him profoundly.

Seek the counsel of the Lord and he will bless you with the peace you seek.
With deepest sympathy, Molly & Stephen Zucknick

I am soo sorry for your terrible lose. Remember God is always there for you. Your parents are in a wonderful place together now. I love you all.
Love,
Your cousin Kim and family

Denise and Joel,

Our prayers go out to you and your family. Your precious boys will had two very special angels to watch over them.

Shelley, John, Joshua, & Garrett

Denise, Joel and family,
Words can't begin to express the sorrow I feel for you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. May you find strength each day as you turn to the Lord and your family and friends for support. And may the memories left behind bring you comfort...
Love,
Trish

Words can't begin to express the sorrow we feel for your lost. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that your family will be in our hearts and prayers always.

Denise, Joel, and Family

All of you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words to ease what you feel now, but know that time, family, and friends will keep you going. We love each of you.

Dear Darlene & Family,

Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and yours doing this tragic time.

Howard and Mary Vandewater

Doreen,Darlene,Denise and Mike, Though we have not met, I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your families. You dad was a co-worker of mine for many years and we enjoyed time together at many conferences. Dave was not only a terrific business man but also a fantastic Christian. My wife, Darlene, and I enjoyed Dave and Carole's company and shared many good times together. God grant all of you the strenghth to cope with this horific loss. May you be conforted by your parents faith, and by Jesus saving Grace! Brother in Christ, Larry Bakken