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David Pender Obituary
Appleton - On Tuesday, February 25, 2020 David Woodward Pender passed away at the age of 54 while surrounded by many of his very close friends. He was born on July 7, 1965 in Wilmington, Delaware.
He held a lifelong fascination with all things electrical and mechanical beginning at age 5 when be began dragging junk home to study. His educational career ended when he dismantled the college residence hall elevator to see how it worked.
He was fascinated by the operation of silicon chips and in his business career collaborated with several businesses in the analysis of the chips.
David was frequently found playing pool with his wonderful friends at the Union Jack in Appleton. He was known for his good sense of humor and contagious laughter.
He is survived by his parents, John H. Pender, Matthews, NC and Jeanne W. Ogle, Mendenhall, PA and best friend and devoted partner, Renee Golden, Appleton, WI.
A memorial service for Dave will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Wichmann Funeral Home (537 N. Superior St., Appleton). The family will greet guests to follow.
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Tanya
March 5, 2020
I first met Dave 24 years ago when he began dating my mother. He was a brave man considering she had 4 children. Dave was there for the ups and downs of my childhood. He was someone I could talk to and lean on when things were tough (often making me laugh even when I was sad) and someone who got excited for me when things went well. He was there when my grandmother died, when I got married and when I got divorced. I didnt have a dad but I had a Dave. I moved away several months ago so I was not there when he got sick, but I know nothing was left unsaid. He knew that I loved him. Under relationship I chose family because he was my family and I will miss him very much. During our last conversation he mentioned how happy he was with Renee and told me few funny stories involving her. I was so glad to know he had that much love and laughter in his life. He was a special guy and he deserved it.
Always our Best man!
Debbie Friis
March 2, 2020
Dave, I am glad that Terry had you as a close friend. You were there for so many of his accomplishments, both of us treasured you in different ways. Thank you for giving of yourself to him. You were and always will be his best man!
Debbie Friis
Disco
March 1, 2020
Dave was an incredibly unique and intelligent man. I'm going to miss our conversations. RIP Dave
February 28, 2020
We all knew Dave as an incredibly intelligent and caring, unique person. He would often get your attention with the smack of a cue stick or a modestly alarming explosion. Hell, maybe the elevator worked better after he was done with it. He is one of the monarchs of the UJ family and we'll miss him along with those that went before him.
Merk
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