Dr. David William Zauel, of Avon IN died at the age of 71 years old on Saturday March 3, 2018. His battle with cancer ended at home surrounded by family and friends. Dr. Zauel was born in Royal Oak MI and grew up in neighboring Holly MI. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and also graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Zauel completed his internship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit Michigan. He later returned to the University of Michigan to complete his residency in ophthalmology. He specialized in neuro-ophthalmology and completed two fellowships, one at the University of Michigan and the other at the University of New Mexico. Dr. Zauel settled down in Avon IN, where he established a practice in Danville IN and in Greencastle IN. Dr. Zauel was also an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis IN for 6 ½ years and he is board certified in ophthalmology.
Dr. David W. Zauel is survived by his spouse, Dr. Ruth C. Goodell of Avon IN; his 2 daughters, Susan B. Okey and Kyle W. Okey, Rebecca A. Zauel and fiancé Zachary J. Burris. Papa is also survived by his grandkids, Donovan M. Chandler, Kallie M. Okey, Collins R. Okey, Elwood D. Okey, He was predeceased by his parents, Alice and Edward Zauel, also survived by his brothers, Robert Zauel, Norman Zauel, and his baby sister, Joanne Schultz. His is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Sarah, Nathan, Kevin, Brian, Mark, Adrienne and Tamara. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Jack Taipala. He is predeceased by his beloved Kuvasz, Juno.
Dr. Zauel is retired from the United States Army Reserve. Dr. Zauel completed 21 years of service, achieving the rank of Colonel. Colonel Zauel served as Commander of his unit, the 337th General Hospital, stationed at Fort Benjamin Harris in Indianapolis IN.
Visitation will be 10am-2pm Friday March 9, 2018 at Conkle Funeral Home Avon. Military graveside will be later at the Great Lakes National Cemetery-Holly Michigan. Contributions can be made at www.pcf.org to support Prostate Cancer Research. Guests may also purchase flowers at the visitation where all proceeds will go to the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
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