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David Mortensen Obituary
1940 ~ 2011
David E. Mortensen passed away peacefully in his home in Cottonwood Heights surrounded by his family on October 6, 2011. David was born in Alamosa, Colorado on February 29, 1940 (Leap Year) to Kenneth and Gladys Mortensen. David married Roene Barnson on May 21, 1961 in the Salt Lake City Temple (divorced). Later he married Suzanne Butler on December 7, 1978 (divorced). David is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
David and his father Kenneth started D K Auto Parts together in Salt Lake City where he operated the business for 33 years. Most people knew him as "Dave" from D K. To those who knew him, he will always be remembered for his quick-witted humor and willingness to lend a helping hand to friends and strangers. He was known by his friends and family for his colorful sense of humor and ability to tell story after story. He was compassionate and had a generous heart for all. David had a passion for automotive mechanics. His favorite room at home was the garage.
David was preceded in death by his sister Katherine Mortensen. He is survived by his sister Shirley (Blaine) Goodrich and children: Susan Hashimoto, Daniel (Dot) Mortensen, Marc (Jill) Mortensen, Nikole Haslam (step-daughter) and Ryan (Holly) Mortensen. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild on the way.
A private family celebration will be held in his honor.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Mortensen
Fred tanner
October 3, 2022
Susie. Hope your doing good. Same to Dan.
Still think about those Good Days at the Store.
It would be good to visit with you sometime. I have a friend who had some connections with your dad. And would be fun to chat about that.
Anyway I am amazed this comes up.
Fred Tanner.
My email is. [email protected]
Don't want to be a pest.
Just walking down memory lane a bit
Susie Hashimoto
October 22, 2011
My Dad,
Well you were more to me than D&K... even though it was a big part of my life. Being your only daughter, you were always the main guy in my life that made sure of my well being. I appreciate all you have done for me and thank you dearly for teaching my son... your grandson Brock, the guy stuff he needed to know. I know you are getting well acquainted with your great granddaughter that could possibly be born on your birthday! Please watch over and protect her Dad as you have for me.
Be happy now! Love you dearly...
Your Daughter
Cindy Marble
October 21, 2011
Dan - I was so sorry to hear of your Dad passing. He was a great guy and friend and I worked with him all those years at Magcorp where he always gave 150%. I will miss D&K Dave. Hope you and the family are doing well. Cindy
Judy Montgomery-Kraft
October 10, 2011
I went to Uintah High School in Vernal with David. Was so sorry to hear of his death. I and many other classmates have fond memories of David and will remember him at our class reunions. I remember him playing a "mean" trombone.
Dot
October 10, 2011
Sweet David,
We miss you so very much! Love all of our good chats about when you were young and full of it.
You are an amazing Grandfather, how you would wait patiently for Hylun to get home from school to take him for a milk shake or whatever he wanted.
Thank you for all you have done for us!
Much love Dot.
October 9, 2011
Dan and Susan, I am sure you don't remember Me, but I do you two, your Dad and Mom and your Grandparents.. I worked at the store D&K Part time for a few years,,, when you guys had the your little " Treat Store" inside the Auto Parts store,, I remember all the great times with your Dad and Granpa... I learned alot also... I did a few auto repairs in the Back of the store also... Great memories for me,,, Your dad and I had a lot in common, and enjoyed each other alot... D and K was like a second home at times,,, besides all the time I spent up at Brighton High in the Auto shop...
The best to you and all of the family
Fred Tanner Ps... I remember, Dan your Karate days also.
Phil Brown
October 9, 2011
Dave was truly one of the good guys and a good friend. Your day was always better because of the time you spent with him. Thanks for buying all of those batteries Dave. My sympathy to all of your family.
Karie Larsen
October 9, 2011
Dan..So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your entire family.
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