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1950
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David Runge Obituary
David Lloyd "Gramps" Runge, 62, of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away in his home, Monday morning, February 11, 2013.
He was born on Valentines Day, February 14, 1950, to Lloyd "Buzz" and Doris (Giesel) Runge. Dave was a Vietnam Veteran, having served in the Army for two years. He worked at Catepillar, WG Block and Federal Express. Dave recently retired from his own business, Gramps Repair of DeWitt and was best known for things the "Runge Way".
Dave found great joy in time spent with his family, especially his grandkids, Ashley Edwards, Jaiden Seifert, Kati Garrity, Audra Seifert, Zack Garrity, Emeri Ralston, Briah Reuss and his great-granddaughter, Alayah Edwards. He was an avid Bears fan and loved Harley's and Ford Pick-ups.
Surviving are his wife, Dee; daughters, Angi (Jamie) Ralston, Keli (Jeff Garrity) Runge and Randi Runge; siblings, Dennis "Denny" Runge, Kristie (Larry) Wather and Dana (Christy) Runge as well as his grandkids.
Preceding Dave in death were his parents and grandparents.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Schultz Funeral Home, DeWitt, from 10:00 until the service hour of 11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 14, 2013. Dave requests casual attire. Following the 11:30 a.m. Funeral Home service, full military honors and interment will be at Elmwood Cemetery, DeWitt.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy a memorial fund is established.
Pallbearers will be daughters, Angi Ralston, Keli Runge and Randi Runge. Honorary pallbearers will be Chad Dohrmann, Donny McCune, Bob Skeffington, Mark Cleveland, Jeff Garrity and Al Moore.
Condolences may be expressed and a photo tributed viewed at www.schultzfuneralhomes.com.
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for David Runge
April 7, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you. Julie Benadom Oetzmann.
Kris Carber
February 19, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the entire Runge family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rebecca Beatham
February 17, 2013
I was so surprised to read "Gramps" obituary in the paper. I had recently seen him outside with Boomer; and we exchanged our neighborly greetings. Please know your family has our deepest sympathies!:
The backyard neighbors; Beatham family
Patty Farber-Schirman
February 15, 2013
I was very sorry to hear of Dave's sudden passing and wish to extend my deepest sympathy to his family.
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Lorna Dewell
February 15, 2013
To the Runge Family, so sorry to hear of of your loss.Keli and Angi thinking of you and praying for you, so hard to lose your Dad.
Clarice Kinney-Sundeen
February 15, 2013
Rest in Peace, Dave. Save a spot for all of the 1968 CCHS graduates in Heaven. Condolences to the Runge family.
steven petersen
February 14, 2013
to dee and entire runge family,my deepest condolences go out to all of you,will always remember the good times we had dee take care.
Lauree Aalbers-Brown
February 14, 2013
To the Runge family I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your extended family during this difficult time.
Dave was always the cool dad that let us do whatever we wanted which wasn't always good, right Keli?
Lean on each other and embrace all the wonderful memories that you share as a family.
Robert Ohnemus
February 13, 2013
Dee was sorry to hear about Dave Marti called me and told me yesterday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Bob & Connie Ohnemus.
Dawna (Shorty) Ewoldt (Seamonds)
February 13, 2013
Dee and all the family Godspeed So sorry for your loss you are in my thoughts and prayers
Brittney Seifert
February 13, 2013
Dee, Angi, Keli, Randi
Sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers
Duane and Pam Petersen
February 13, 2013
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Thoughts and prayers to the Runge family.
Cindy Bell
February 13, 2013
Keli,
I am sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He was too young to die. He sure had a beautiful daughter in you, Keli. You have always been a great friend and I share in your sadness. God Bless you and your family, dear lady.
Patty Anderson
February 13, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our prayers and sympathy go out to everyone. Dave was such a nice guy. Many old memories.
Barry and Patty Anderson
Tami Berglund
February 13, 2013
Keli, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this very difficult time. If I can do anything for any of you let me know.
Maureen Kreinbring
February 13, 2013
Dee and family
So sorry to hear about Dave. My heart goes out to you and your family in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie (Kuehn) Ashbacher
February 13, 2013
Kelly, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 13, 2013
we are sorry to hear about Daves passing. Its not easy to when some special to you is no longer there.are prayers are with the family. god bless you all. Rember the good times you had.
Dan Stuedemann
February 13, 2013
I'm very sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Laura Martens Jeff Gravert
February 12, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Becky Kitchen
February 12, 2013
Kelly, my thoughts are with you, your mom and family during this difficult time. The sudden loss of a loved one is devastating. Hold on to one another, remember the good times and know that you have another angel in heaven watching over you all.
February 12, 2013
dee, girls, and Kris, so sorry to hear about Dave. Our thoughts and prayers our with you. We will always remember the fun we use to have. Brad and Betty Johnson
Phil Hovey
February 12, 2013
May Dave Rest In Peace. I will miss occasionaly stopping by his Repair Shop. He was a good man.
Kelly & Kris Lyon
February 12, 2013
We were so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Dave. He was such a happy fun-loving guy. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
February 12, 2013
Randi, Kelly, Angi, Dee & Family-
So sorry to hear about Dave. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Evie Fischer
Deb Bauer Paysen
February 12, 2013
Dee and Girls, Kris and Family; I am so sorry for your loss, I cannot imagine the sadness you feel right now, you are all in my prayers.
Clista Fischer
February 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Dave. We went through school together, starting out as neighbors on 12th street where we all played together in kindergarten. It is too early to say goodbye to you, Dave. RIP.
Heidi Dies
February 12, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jeannette Carlin Mahony
February 12, 2013
I'm very sorry for you loss. Dave was a friend of my brother's, Tim Carlin. At the time of the Vietnam war, they offered a buddy enlistment and Dave and Tim signed up together. Unfortunately, Dave was 1A and Tim was 4F because of his eyes. We prayed for him then. Remembering also that Dave with with my family when Tim died. A friend to the end. Hard time then as it is now. My prayers to you all.
Courtney Determan Ransom
February 12, 2013
Keli, Angi, Randi, Dee and family...I'm so sorry to hear about Dave's passing...I have many fond memories of him when I would hang out at your house years ago...You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie McWilliams
February 12, 2013
Dee and girls,
I am so sorry to hear about Dave. I have such wonderful memories of him and all of you. God Bless you all.
Melissa & Mark Lane
February 12, 2013
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He will be missed by many friends and family. He is a character that will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Dave.
Brenda Aiken
February 11, 2013
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Richard Waack
February 11, 2013
Dave and I grew up together all the way through high school. We shared a lot of good times together. He will be missed.
We (Waack Family) extend our deepest sympathy. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Vickie O'Neill
February 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to all. Dave was always, Dave, full of fun times. With deepest sympathies.
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