DAVID E. "SUPER DAVE" WALDREN

DAVID E. "SUPER DAVE" WALDREN, 55, passed away Friday, Sept. 11, 2015, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. Born in Dayton, Ohio, David graduated from Elmhurst High School. He had been working with the Preferred Automotive Group for the last eight years, earning the name "Super Dave." He was one of the developing members of Broadway Christian Church. He helped start their men's group, "Men of Broadway." He continued to be a very active member of the church and wore several hats there. His strong and unwavering faith was an example to all that met him. His family was the most important part of his life. Super Dave was always willing to help those in need. He was an advocate for organ donation. He dressed up as Santa and was a staple at Preferred Automotive, Lutheran Hospital, and Parkview Hospital. Surviving are his mother, Delores Ann (Bob) Hildebrand of Decatur; children, Sarah (Kim Wadlington) Waldren of Hallsville, Texas, John (Maria) Hatheway and Amie Hatheway both of Longview, Texas; grandchildren, Mikayla, Jace, and Hannah Hatheway; siblings, Doug (Lori) Waldren of New Haven, Tim (Glenda) Waldren of Fort Wayne, Teresa Waldren, Tony (Ramona) Waldren both of New Haven, Tina (Jon) Eddy, Melissa (Susan Mersereau) Waldren both of Fort Wayne; his best friend and his son, Andy and Simon Ecklebarger of New Haven; along with several nieces and nephews. was preceded in death by He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene E. Waldren. Service is 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, at Broadway Christian Church, 910 Broadway, with calling one hour prior. The Rev. Ryan Cochran officiating. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015, at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Burial in Lindenwood Cemetery, Fort Wayne, Ind. Memorials may be made to Broadway Christian Church. To sign the online guest book, please go to www.mccombandsons.com