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David Fevre Obituary
Lafayette - David L. Le Fevre, 79, of Lafayette passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at IU Health Arnett Hospital.
He was born May 2, 1940 in Lafayette, to the late Jack and Irene (Smith) Le Fevre.
David owned and operated Evers Radiator for 10 years. In 1973 he started a new Auto Repair Business, Le Fevre Automotive. He served in the United States Army Reserves and was a member of Congress St. United Methodist Church.
On October 20, 1968 he married Christina Howell and she survives.
David enjoyed restoring cars, building race cars and air planes. He was the 1977 USAC Silver Crown Car Owner Champion with Driver Larry Rice. He also restored WWII search lights. He built a Bonneville Salt Flats race car and raced in 2007, 2008 and 2009.
Along with his wife Christina, he is survived by his son David C. Le Fevre and cousin Jean Henderson of West Lafayette.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held from 4pm - 7pm Friday, March 6, 2020 at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10am Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the funeral home with Reverend Dr. Rachel Metheny officiating. Interment to follow at Rest Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be directed to Congress St. United Methodist Church or Natalie's Second Chance Shelter. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Julie Pressler
February 25, 2021
Hey Chris, Just wanted you t know I am thinking of you today.. Love you, Julie
March 9, 2020
Sorry for your loss The Higmans
Gary and April McKee
March 6, 2020
My mentor. Teacher. Boss and great friend. Dave will always have a special place in my life. All our prayers for Chris and little Dave.
james Lee
March 5, 2020
so sorry for your loss have known David for 60 years David you will be missed by family and friends may you rest in peace
Julie Pressler
March 4, 2020
Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Know that I am thinking and praying for you..
Love, Julie
Bruce Oakley
March 3, 2020
Thank you Dave for all the great memories growing up ! Getting to meet some of the best dirt racer ever at your shop like George Snider and Larry Rice ! They were my first ever autographs i ever got at your shop ! Once again Dave thank you for all the great memories!
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
March 3, 2020
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