Service Information
David L. Elder, age 74, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Woodstone Senior Living in Hutchinson.
David’s Memorial Service is NOW changed to Private Family Only.
Please see https://www.ctkhutch.com/ for livestreaming of David’s Memorial Service on December 1, 2020, at 11:00 A.M.
Interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at a later date.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Obituary
David Lee Elder was born on June 15, 1946, in Mountain Lake, Minnesota. He was the son of Charles and Lois (Davis) Elder. Dave was baptized and confirmed at Zion Methodist Church in Brownton, Minnesota. He received his education in Brownton and was a graduate of the Brownton High School Class of 1964. Dave furthered his education at Mankato Commercial College from 1964 to 1966 and earned his Business Degree.
Dave entered active military service in the United States Army on September 8, 1966, in Glencoe, Minnesota, and served his country during the Vietnam War where he received the Purple Heart. He received an Honorable Discharge on September 7, 1968, at Fort Lewis in Washington, having achieved the rank of Sergeant.
On April 18, 1970, Dave was united in marriage to Valdine Kurth at Trinity Lutheran Church in Brookfield Township, Renville County, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with three children, Abigail, Susan and Brian. Dave and Val resided in Hutchinson and shared 50 years of marriage.
Dave was employed at 3M in Hutchinson as a supervisor for 33 years until he retired in 2001. He was a member of Christ The King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He was also a member of the VFW Post 906 and the American Legion Post 96 in Hutchinson.
Dave enjoyed remodeling his home, traveling, and playing the card game “Rook” at family gatherings. He enjoyed football games and Nascar racing on TV. He loved going to his grandchildren’s baseball games and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
Dave passed away on November 24, 2020, at Woodstone Senior Living in Hutchinson, at the age of 74 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Dave is survived by his:
Wife, Val Elder of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Abigail Elder and her husband, Brian List, of Portland, OR,
Susan Hammer and her husband, Drew, of Sioux Falls, SD,
Brian Elder and his wife, Sara L’Heureux, of New Hope, MN;
Grandchildren, Derek Hammer, Evan Hammer, Lorelei Elder, and Jack Elder;
Siblings, Merle Laird of Mankato, MN,
Harold Elder and his wife, Peggy, of Hutchinson, MN,
Mary Garoutte of St. Claire, MN,
Charles “Rusty” Elder and his wife, Lisa, of Mankato, MN;
Brothers-In-Law, Robert Miller of St. James, MN,
Gary Kurth and his wife, Karen, of Hutchinson, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Dave is preceded in death by his Parents, Lloyd and Lois Elder; Sisters, Martha Miller and Charlotte Hardel; Brother, Leslie Elder; Father and Mother-In-Law, Louis and Mabel Kurth; Brothers-In-Law, Herman Hardel, Robert Laird, and Jim Garoutte; and Sisters-In-Law, Linda Elder and Sandy Elder.
Renae Ashwill says
Oh Val, so sorry to hear this! May Gob bless you and your family with lots of good memories!
Darlene Kotelnicki says
Sorry to see this. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Adam and Darlene Kotelnicki
Jan Johnson says
Oh no! Val, I’m so sorry to see that Dave passed away. I’d hoped he was getting better….
Hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Joleen Hatten says
Val, I am so sorry for your families loss. May all your memories of him bring your hearts peace. All my love Joleen Hatten
Katy (Quinn) Leppa says
Thinking of you, Val. Remembering our first years at 3M. Sympathy to you & your family!
Cheryl Olson says
So very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. May God be near you and your family at this sad time.
Hart and Barb Rosebrock says
Val, we are saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. God bless and take care of you and your family.
Jim Alsleben says
Remembering playing ball in the alley, camping in Rickerts Woods, fishing in Lake Addy. Nice memories
Rest In Peace Dave.Jim Alsleben
Richard Karl says
Val, Brian, girls and families,
Sending heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you all. We were so sorry to hear about Dave. HUGS and much love! Rick and Bonnie Karl
Marilyn Rusch says
Val and family,
So sorry for your loss. We extend our sincere sympathies and pray God’s grace comforts you during this difficult time.
Marilyn and David Rusch
Monica Wehler says
Val-
So sorry to hear the news. Prayers and virtual hugs to you and yours!
Charlie and Kim Schimmelpfennig says
Our sympathies to the Elder family.
Fern Hoff says
Val, please accept my sincere sympathy. I’m praying for God’s comfort for you and your family.
Fern Hoff
Jane Richards says
Val, I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing.
With sympathy to you and your family,
Jane Richards
Genise says
Uncle Dave was one of my favorites! He will be missed.
Andy Koenig says
Dear Val and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. May God be close to you in the sad days ahead. While reading about Dave’s life, I realized I also graduated in 1964 and attended Mankato Commercial College. I will be praying for all of you to find that peace that passes all understanding. God Bless~~~~~
With hugs and love,
Andy Koenig
Kathy Nowak says
Val & Family,
We are so sorry to hear this news! Our deepest sympathies at this sad time! Hold tight to the memories.
God Bless!
Kathy & John Nowak
Geri Johnson says
Val and family,
Our deepest sympathies.
Ralph & Geri Johnson
Nancy Albrecht says
Our very deepest sympathy to you and your family. Robert and Nancy Albrecht
Karen (Markgraf) Swenson says
Dear Val and family, I am very sorry to hear about Dave. May the Lord bless and give comfort and strength to you and your family .
Tom Wiprud says
Val, So sorry to hear of David’s passing. He will surly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tom and Deb Wiprud