David Jackson Imel

David Imel Obituary

David Jackson Imel 1933 - 2012 David Jackson Imel was born in Arlington CA on June 6th 1933 to Rufus and Dora Imel. David had an older sister named Evelyn "Joy". David moved with his family to Kansas and when David was 4, he and his family traveled back to California to pick fruit. They followed the ripening from Stockton CA to The Dalles OR. After attending 33 different schools, David graduated from Cottage Grove High School in 1952 and joined the Navy at age 17. Basic training in Alameda and then specialized training in Tennessee, Florida, and San Diego before going overseas to Hawaii, Tinian, Guam, Japan, and Korea. David was an aviation metal smith, and became an accomplished welder and airframe mechanic. After the Korean War, Dave returned stateside and met Patricia Kent while visiting home in Cottage Grove. David and Patricia married in Reno in 1955 and David utilized the GI bill to attend college. David had three children, Keith, Sally, and Brian and upon graduation began teaching school. In 1965, David taught at the one room school house in Yellow Pine Idaho. David and Patricia divorced in 1969 and David moved to Boise ID. David met Lynnea Welch, and they married in 1973. Lynnea brought to the marriage three children of her own, Martha, Laura, and James Welch. David taught 5th and 6th grades in Boise for 21 years and spent summers with his children in Yellow Pine. David was a co-founder of the Yellow Pine harmonica contest and ran the event for many years. David passed away from natural causes Wednesday March, 14th at the Veterans Community Living Center in Boise. David is survived by his wife Lynnea of Yellow Pine, sister Joy Stiff of Cottage Grove OR, sons Keith Imel of Juneau AK, Brian Imel of Veneta OR and daughter Sally Imel of Yellow Pine. David's step children including James Welch of Emmett ID, Martha Prouty of Boise ID, and Laura Johnson of Long Island NY.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Mar. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for David Imel

15 Entries

Cully Culwell

June 5, 2012

My wife and I started flying into Johnson Creek in the late 70. Some where along the line we met Dave Imel. I considered him a really nice person and a great asset to Yellow Pine. We came back to Johnson Creek and Yellow Pine for many years and enjoyed the little community and the people to the fullest. Very sad to see Dave gone. Now it is up to Sarg to take over.

Cully with Marilyn
Aspen

Lenaya Amos

May 1, 2012

Lynn, I wish so much Dave could still be around so that I can share with him the adventures of my new career! I think he would have gotten a real kick out of it. I really miss talking to him and listening to his awesome stories about Yellow Pine! I wish I could have known him longer....

Arlie Sommer

March 23, 2012

Thanks to Dave for organizing the Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival and all of his work in that community. I have fond memories camping out there with my Grandmother and Dave always greeted us and others when we arrived. Kind regards to his family.

March 22, 2012

Dear Lynn and Family, please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss of Dave. We didn't get to see him often but were always greeted with his great smile and sparkling eyes!! Lovely sent--Harold and Nita

Debbie Stiff Monsive

March 22, 2012

Uncle Dave will be missed by all those whom he loved. May our memories of him sustain us as we mourn his passing and brighten our days in the future as we reflect on the times that were shared. My heart goes out to my Aunt and my cousins.

Lane Thompson

March 22, 2012

I sure have lost a good friend. It was Dave who got me started down the road on a atv years ago. He was one of the fore runners of the harmonica producers and picked a fine choice for Lynn as a partner in his life. It is a blessing and my good fortune to know these good people.

Joanne Corless

March 22, 2012

Lynnea and family....Haven't seen you for a while, but so remember the good chats while I was at the credit union. It always gave me a good feeling when you and Dave walked into my office, knowing we would have lots to say. My thoughts are with you. Joanne Corless

Sharon McConnel

March 22, 2012

Lynn - You have our deepest sympathy.

Kirt & Sharon

Russ & June Cadenhead

March 22, 2012

We are saddened by the loss of Dave. Although we only knew him for a very short time, we enjoyed the time spent with him. We will miss our daily "tea times" and lengthy conversations.

March 22, 2012

So sorry for your loss. We have really enjoyed knowing both of you and working for you at the Harmonica Contest. Thank you for hiring us.

Sage Creek Band
Wendell & Karen Ader

March 22, 2012

Lynnea and family,
Dave was a great man and such a big part of what made Yellow Pine special. He always seemed to have a smile on his face. I know Dad (Robert Auth) thought so much of him as well. We will miss him and all of his contributions to Yellow Pine.

Cindy and John Schreiner and family

March 21, 2012

Lynnea and family,
Please know that we are thinking of you at this tough time! I know you have many great memories - I hope they bring you comfort!
Love,
Jane and Danny Budge and family

March 21, 2012

Lynn and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Dave will
not be forgotten.
Jim, Verna, Jim D. and Ron Storey

Stephanie Gibbons

March 21, 2012

Mr. Imel was my 5th grade teacher and he was very special to me. My parents had just divorced and we had just moved to Boise. He was very kind to me and helped me to meet new kids with his ESP tricks. I will never forget his kindness! So sorry for your loss

Gayle Munson

March 21, 2012

From our hearts, our sorrow.It was an honor to know him. We will never forget Dave. Lynnea, we were just remembering our trip to the reservoir cabin and the weekend we spent with you and Dave. We enjoyed spending time with you both very much. We'll always remember.

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