David Mark Wahlquist
1955 ~ 2020
Our loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, David Mark Wahlquist, 65, returned to his Heavenly home on November 24, 2020. He was born February 5, 1955 in Coronado, California to Maurene Elizabeth (Kennedy) and Mark LeRoy Wahlquist. He married his best friend Stella Mae Thompson on August 11, 1978.
He is preceded in death by his father, Mark LeRoy Wahlquist. He is survived by his loving wife, Stella; sons and daughters, Adam David and Alyssa Wahlquist, D. Rhen and Melissa Aldridge, and Daniel Mark and Heather Wahlquist; his 11 grandchildren, his mother, Maurene Wahlquist, his siblings, and so many he called friends.
Dave was an extraordinary man. To know Dave was to love him. He was often referred to as a "Gentle Giant". He was kind, soft-spoken, and never said an unkind word about anyone. He will be greatly missed.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 from 5:00-8:00 pm at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.) South Jordan, Utah. Due to COVID-19, masks are required and social distancing will be in effect. Private funeral services will be streamed live on Wednesday, December 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Estates.
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Published by Deseret News on Nov. 29, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for David Wahlquist

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14 Entries

Violet Horsley

November 23, 2021

He went so unexpectedly and we are still sad that he is no longer here. And then what a shock it was that not even a year later his beloved Stella left us too. We know they are together and that makes us happy, but it is sad for us that they are both gone from us.

April Mock

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Christine B Martin

December 4, 2020

I have thought about Dave quite a bit over the past few days. I want all of David's family and close friends to know of my deepest sympathy and condolences. David was a friend to everyone. He would never intentionally hurt anyone. When I worked with David in MIA, I came to know of his great spiritual strength. To Maurene: The pain of burying a child cannot be described by anyone who has not been there. I am certain the age doesn't diminish the pain. I think about many mothers who I know have lost children, very often.

All my love,

Christie

Jeff Cornick

December 2, 2020

Dave was my first baseball coach and I grew up with Adam. I am so sorry to hear about his too early passing. He was a gentle and kind man. My thoughts are with you all

Steve Brantley

December 1, 2020

David is and was a truly remarkable man. I would like to share a story. Years ago, on a Sunday afternoon in February, there was a knock at our door. He was standing on our porch with a great big smile and a pie. When he came in, he handed the pie to me. He explained to me that it was his birthday, but that he had a tradition of giving pie away on his birthday. And, on this particular birthday, he wanted to bring it to me. I was taken by surprise a little bit, but in retrospect, that is EXACTLY the kind of man he is. Always thinking of others, doing what he can to put a smile on other people's faces. I'm sure there are many others who also feel his kindness and love for others. The first time I ever spoke to him I felt drawn to him, and knew he was a special man. If he is needed on the other side of the veil at this time, then I suppose we must accept that (he would want us to accept this, I think), but our world is a poorer and lesser place without him. I look forward to a joyous reunion again at some point. My heartfelt condolences to all of his wonderful family.

Stacey Hughes

November 30, 2020

He was my attorney
He is my friend
He is my brother in-law
Love you Stella we’re praying for you and your family wish we could be there

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Larry Price

November 29, 2020

Years ago my sister, Judy Sedlacek, told me the best family in their Midvale ward was moving to South Jordan a few houses from where we lived. My sister was right, you can't find better people than Dave and Stella. We are so thankful to be their friends. I once asked Dave, what was his favorite church calling. Without hesitation he told me, "teaching the 3 year old Sunbeam's in Primary". He was a powerful attorney and a humble leader, who spent his life serving others, loving his family, and being a friend and an example to all of us.

Paul and Kae Nicol and family

November 29, 2020

Kae and I will always cherish the memories of our years together in the Midvale East 3rd Ward.
We love you and your family and pray the Lord's blessing upon all of you during this difficult time in your lives.

Sonda Sommer

November 28, 2020

Just want to tell his family, I love them. I will pray for them. To stay strong, keep the faith, and rest with assurance that Jesus is the Christ and they will never walk alone. So deeply sorry for their loss, this is major loss for Family and Community alike. David Wahlquist is an extremely special man and this separation is a major heartbreak - We must all continue doing our best each and every day, living our lives knowing that David is now as the angels in heaven. Each of us have our lives to live to the fullest, may this man, with the most giant of hearts be an example to the rest of us. This has been a strange time. So many have passed through the veil, many, I am certain with broken hearts, what a blessing to know that David will be there at the gate to greet them, with a huge hug assuring them, that all is well. Thank you David, for your example, your kindness, your energy, and enthusiasm. You are a dear and kind trusted friend. You and that beautiful wife of yours. Watch over us now and help us. Until we meet again.

Carma Frankos

November 28, 2020

Dear Maurene: I will not be with you at this troubling time but I wanted you to know I am with you in my heart.
Dave was like his father, so very kind and a good friend. I have so many good memories of our families living next door to each other.
May God be with you and sustain you at this loss. Love Carma

Steven Hendrickson

November 28, 2020

He was a truly a gentle giant of a man. His hugs will always be remembered and never forgotten. He always had a big smile and a kind word for you ever time you came close to him. His small acts of kindness, like delivering flowers to my daughter on her birthday, will always be deep in our hearts. Our prayers go out to his family. He will be truly missed.
Steven Hendrickson

David Colton

November 27, 2020

We loved him

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