David Gustafson Obituary

DAVID JOHN
GUSTAFSON

Jan. 25, 1946 - Apr. 10, 2011

David Gustafson (Dave) was born in Port Hueneme, CA, on January 25, 1946, to parents Woodrow and Stella Gustafson. He passed away in Jacumba, CA, on April 10, 2011. He is already missed by friends and family, and as time moves on his friendship will be missed even more.
Dave was wild at heart and he loved the outdoors. Shooting, camping and fishing were among his favorite activities. He was a graduate of Central Union High School and Imperial Valley College. Dave's work adventures included a long career with the Imperial County Sheriff Department and later, ownership of a printing business in Imperial.
Dave's family includes his mother Stella; brothers Eric (wife Kathe) and Stuart (wife Darlene); sons David (wife Michele), Christopher (wife Andrea), Steven, and Richard; grandchildren, cousins, nephews, nieces, and other relatives. His final earthly resting place is in Evergreen Cemetery in El Centro, CA, although rumor has it that some of his remains are scattered at his father's resting place in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 20 at 10 a.m. at Imperial Community Church.
We miss you, Dave, and we love you. Rest in peace.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online on Apr. 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for David Gustafson

9 Entries

Terry Miller

April 21, 2011

My uncle Dave taught me so much more than I will ever remember. He taught me the few things I know about welding and he was the first person to ever take me golfing one of his great passions. I will never forget spending the summer fishing with him at Blue Mesa Lake in Gunnison, Colorado. Me an my cousin Richard use to have the honor in assisting Dave take the 15 foot boat from on top of the truck (where it was transported - trailer and all) through a sophisticated winching system by his own design, which was always a sight to see. Countless people would stop him along the road while traveling, trying to figure out how he came to design such a contraption. I will never forget how great his sense of humor was, sometimes..okay almost always raunchy, but great nonetheless. I am sorry that I couldn't attend his service, but I felt compelled to share a few thoughts about a man who had a hand in helping me become a man.

Remembering Dave

Terry Miller

April 21, 2011

My uncle Dave taught me so much more than I will ever remember. He taught me the few things I know about welding and he was the first person to ever take me golfing one of his great passions. I will never forget spending the summer fishing with him at Blue Mesa Lake in Gunnison, Colorado. Me an my cousin Richard use to have the hon...or in assisting Dave take the 15 foot boat from on top of the truck (where it was transported - trailer and all) through a sophisticated winching system by his own design, which was always a sight to see. Countless people would stop him along the road while traveling, trying to figure out how he came to design such a contraption. I will never forget how great his sense of humor was, sometimes..okay almost always raunchy, but great nonetheless. I am sorry that I couldn't attend his service, but I felt compelled to share a few thoughts about a man who had a hand in helping me become a man.

Remembering Dave,

Billie Weizenecker-Garcia

April 21, 2011

My condolenses to the Gustafson family. My parents were good friends with Woody and Stella when we first moved to El Centro MANY years ago. David and Eric were very nice to me when we first moved there. My prayers are with you all.

Sharon Miller

April 19, 2011

The loss of Dave is felt by many. He was a wonderful Brother in Law and the best Handyman one could ever find. Thank you Dave for all you have done.

Guy & Peggy Frazer

April 19, 2011

Dave was a great guy and lots of fun to be around. He loved the out doors and we had great fun camping in the White Mountain of Arizona with our kids. I worked with him in law enforcement and he was a good officer and got the job done when necessary. He will be missed by so many.... Our thoughts are with his family.

Angelique Conner

April 19, 2011

To the Family of Dave Gustafson, my deepest and sincerest condolences are with you at this very difficult time. May the good LORD put his strong arms around each of you to give you the strength to move forward.
I worked with Dave at the Sheriff's Office and he will be truly missed by thosed that knew him.

Marina Mireles-Williams

April 19, 2011

To Dave's family, my prayers and condolences are with you. Dave was my supervisor at the Sheriff's Office. He was one of the best people I worked with, and had a sense of humor. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Don Cruickshank

April 19, 2011

Iam surprized and sorry to read of Daves death. I have known dave sence before Central H.S. as sheriff and 4h leader.

Ralph Smith

April 19, 2011

Sorry to hear of Dave's death. I worked with him for many years at the Sheriff's Office. He was a good person and he will be missed.

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