Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Luse, David K. age 50, of Eden Prairie, died suddenly on January 8, 2006. Loving husband of Julie (nee Nelson); adoring father of Allison, Kiel and Andrea Luse. Also survived by mother Marlene (Tom) Barclay of Mesa, AZ; father, Roy Luse of Chanhassen; brothers, Tom (Sue) Luse of Eagan, Scott (Sara) Luse of Wayzata, and sister, Cheri Thompson of Eden Prairie; stepsisters, stepbrothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. David was the founder and owner of Arteka Landscaping Co. and was the creator and principal of the Andreas Real Estate Development Co. He also believed in community participation as a past member of the Eden Prairie City Council, the Victoria City Council, as past president of both the E.P. Chamber of Commerce and the Ronald McDonald House Charities. David was also an active member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church. His drive and spirit also led him on mountain climbing expeditions up Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Ausangate in Peru. His entrepreneurial beliefs and optimistic outlook lives on in the hearts and minds of those who knew and loved him. Funeral service Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006 at 11 AM, St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie, (1 mi. West of 494 along State Hwy. 5, 952-937-2776). Visitation Wednesday, 5-8 PM at Huber Funeral Home, 16394 Glory Lane, Eden Prairie (1/2 mile S. of Hwy 5 on Co Rd 4). Visitation also one hour prior to service at the church on Thursday. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred for donation to charities of the family's choice. Huber Funeral Homes & Cremations Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
What I remember most about David, was his passion for making dreams come true. Having worked closely with him during my time at Andreas, I was blessed to know much about his personal life and achievements as he shared his dreams with me and helped me grow.
God bless you Julie, Kiel, Allison & Andrea. (And Andrea, Keep dancing!)
With love
Dan
Daniel Weber
January 20, 2006 | Twin Cities, MN
Julie, Kiel, Allison & Andrea,
Just today I learned of the tragic news of David's passing. I am extremely saddened by this news. David was an a great guy.
Melinda Ulrich
Former Andreas/Organicare employee
Melinda Ulrich
January 19, 2006 | Prior Lake, MN
Julie,
Please let Karen & I extend our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. David was a great guy and we will always have wonderful memories of our golf games and being in the hot tub. Know that you and the kids will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen & Doug Bull
Douglas Bull
January 13, 2006 | Flower Mound, TX
Dear Luse family,..My deepest sympathy on the passing of David. We have met several times for business reasons, and I knew from the first time I met him that we would get along just fine. He will be missed a great deal. His optimism and enthusiasm were an inspiration to all of us here in Ct., my deepest condolences to all who were related to him, and to his many many friends as well.
Donald Serbin
January 13, 2006 | New Britain, CT
To the Luse Family,
Julie,we were so sorry to hear that David had passed away. Our heart aches for you and your children. Please know that we will keep your family in our daily prayers. David was such a nice man and his passing is felt by everyone who had the privilege to know him.
Gerry, Jackie, Colin, Nick & Megan Peters
Jackie Peters
January 12, 2006 | Eden Prairie, MN
Dear Luse family,
We knew your family from Mt Calvary Lutheran Church in Excelsior. How saddened we all were to learn of David's untimely death. The early days at Mt. Calvary hold dear memories for us all and how we remember the good looking Luse family in attendance. Our prayers are with you at this terribly sad time.
The Ruth Ahlcrona family
nancy ahlcrona garvey
January 12, 2006 | Appleton, WI
David's contagious laugh, quick wit, passion for excellence and vision inspired and challenged me. It was not only a privilege to work with him at the beginning of Andreas Development, but most genuinely a blessing. His honest method of mentoring changed my world.
But more than that ... what made me respect your husband and dad was the way he talked about his family. Respectfully. Truthfully. Always Lovingly. His eyes would light up at the mention of any one of you. I am...
Kristen Ballum
January 12, 2006 | Excelsior, MN
To David;
I look to the obituaries often, it must be the age, I never thought I'd see your name there. I don't know your family other than going to Minnetonka H.S. with Scott. So to you Scott and your entire crew I light a candle and send prayer. I know you don't remember me, it's been almost 30 years...I am the one that had a crush on your brother. Best of luck and always keep your family close. k.tousignant
kare-kathleen tousignant
January 12, 2006 | Apple Valley, MN
Memories of the Luse Family bring warm smiles to the mind, and a hope in the heart that sharing a memory will return a warm smile to this special family.
Scott was that special friend in Jr. High School who made sure to tap his buddy, "Gundy" on the shoulder and say to him, "She Likes You", after catching my blushing glance in their direction. I recall a bit of a clown and a bit of a yenta, but a lot of what we come to know as a true blue friend. And Scott, like his brother...
Laura Seifert
January 12, 2006 | Blaine, MN
