David W. Shank

David Shank Obituary

David W. Shank 1940 ~ 2005 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, David Wallace Shank, passed away December 2, 2005 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 21, 1940 in Springfield, IL to Richard and Edna Shank. He married Sheri Atherley October 9, 1968 in Vernal, Utah. Dave was a member of the Methodist Church. He worked for North West Pipeline for the past 37 years, and his work as an appraiser was published in numerous books and universities. He loved to golf and enjoyed bowling, vacationing, teasing Sheri, boating, relaxing at the "Patch", and driving his tractor. He was the rock and stabling force for his immediate and extended families. His wonderful sense of humor will be dearly missed. Survived by his wife, Sheri; children, Brandi (Kirk) Bengtzen, Britt (Scott Mortensen) McCarty, CeLee Riches, and April (Kirk) Jackson; sister, Sharon Shore; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three cats and three dogs he loved dearly. The family would like to express their gratitude to the Huntsman Cancer Institute staff; especially, Dr. Glenn, Dr. Gilbert, Dr. Peterson, Dr. Kushner; the nurses, Ladee at the University, Gigi, the two Debbies, Sasha, Shay, and Sarah; and a special thanks to Director Ben Tanner. An open house will be held between 2-4 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2005 at the home of Brandi and Kirk Bengtzen, 1785 East Maple Hills Dr. (2200 South) in Bountiful. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Dave's name to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Condolences may be sent a www.peelfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Deseret News from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for David Shank

12 Entries

Leslie Dumas

December 12, 2005

Sheri, and Girls,

You will always have his love and his warmth in your hearts and soul. As will every one of us who knew him. He touched everyone he met with such a postive attitude and geniune friendship and kindness. I am here for you. Please just ask. We will make it through this mourning and carry on his spirit with all that we do. Love you all so much. Leslie Dumas

Hugh Westman

December 11, 2005

Dear Sheri,

We were sorry to hear about the loss

of David. We were unable to come to

the open house. I hope that you can

find peace and know that David is no

longer suffering. May God be with

be with you and give you strength

and courage. Love Hugh Atherley

Westman and Darlene K Barker.

Marie Painter

December 8, 2005

Dear Shank Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I loved Dave and all of you so so much. You all tought me to hold your head up and keep positive. I will miss Dave. I'm honored to have known such a beautiful person and family. Just remember he will always be around you, watching over you.

Love you all,

Marie Painter-Flynn

Shay Hirschi

December 8, 2005

Sheri, I am truly sorry for your loss of such an amazing man. It was a pleasure to work with David and develope a friendship with both of you. His presence will never leave my heart, I think we are all blessed to have known such a soul. Love Shay Hirschi

David, see you up there buddy!

Mary Jean Byrd

December 7, 2005

Sheri,

I am so sad to hear of your deara husband's passing. I wish I could be there for the funeral but Paul and I are living in Spokane now. I love you so much and hope that you can be comforted at this difficult with family and friends. My prayers are with you. I love you...

Allen Mitro

December 7, 2005

I was saddened to hear of Dave's passing, but having spoken with him earlier this year, I know how difficult this battle was. As always, Dave did his very best.

It was a distinct pleasure to have known this bright, honorable and wonderful man.

We enjoyed professional challenges together, but we always enjoyed each other' s friendhip as well. We are all poorer for having lost Dave.

Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss.

Bob Elliott

December 6, 2005

Dave became a friend with the merger of Pacific Northwest Pipeline and El Paso Natural Gas Company.

We worked on many pipeline valuation issues, on many committees and at the Wichita State University sponsored Public Utilities Workshop over the years. I enjoyed working with him.

We mourn with you at your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Sue Ranglack

December 6, 2005

The personnel in Room Service at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital would like to express their deepest condolences on the passing of Mr. Shank. We enjoyed so much serving him and his wife - it was always an enjoyable experience to go into his room. He had such a wonderful spirit and sense of humor. All our best wishes go out to his dear wife and family. It was wonderful having you here with us.

Sue Ranglack

and the staff

Room Service

Huntsman Cancer Institute

Betty Martin

December 6, 2005

Sheri,

I'm really sorry to hear about Dave. I hope the best for you and I am thinking of your family at this time in your life. I have always missed you.

Love always,

Betty Martin

Salt Lake County

Roy Martin

December 6, 2005

I came to know Dave from his teaching at the annual property tax school on Public Utilities in Wichita, Kansas. We shared classes, golf and many great meals there.

Since 2002, and up until his illness, I had the privilege to work with Dave in annual pipeline valuations on newly aquired multi-state pipeline systems. I enjoyed working with Dave in the developement and implementation of values in various western states. In many cases, it was the first time that our company owned property in these states and David made a tremendous impact with our valuation negotiations. He was very talented at what he did and always represented himself with the highest of standards, professionalism and passion.

Dave was always so full of life and could match anyone with a life experience that would make everyone feel comfortable and optomistic while in his company. I will miss him and I wish his family the best as they remember him and take his light forward.

Roy G. Martin, Jr.
Valero Energy Corporation

Gary Cornia

December 6, 2005

We have know Dave for over twenty years. First when he was working as the property tax manager for Northwest Pipelines and then as an independent appraiser. Dave was a very honest man---in a profession that does not always reward honesty. He would not compromise his standards.

Dave was also blessed with a quick and insightful mind. He was a property appraiser's model of how to tackle difficult problems and create workable solutions.

Dave was a very good teacher. His classes at the annual appraisal school in Kansas were prepared with care and delivered with class and style. He was an excellent teacher.

He was also enjoyable to be around. Dave made every meeting more fun and helped them seem less burdensome.

It was clear he also had a deep love for his family.

We will all miss David. He was a good friend and example to all.

Gary Cornia

and

Larry Walters

Marriot School of Management

Brigham Young University

Bruce Nielsen

December 6, 2005

I am truely sorry to hear about the loss of Dave. My prayers and thoufhts are with you at this difficult time. He was a great friend and has had a positive influence on my life. He was a man of integrity and highly respected by all those he came in contact with. He will truely be missed by all of us.

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