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David Peltz Obituary
Glendale - David Lee Peltz, 61, of Glendale, passed away July 22, 2020 surrounded by his family.
Dave was born April 9th, 1959 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, but grew up in Whitefish Bay, WI. After graduating WFB high school in 1977, he went on to graduate from UW-Madison and marry his high school sweetheart Jennifer Ernest Peltz.
He was best known as a coach, mentor, husband and father. Dave's careers varied, as did his interests - spanning his time in aviation as a helicopter pilot and instructor, as well as assisting his mother for many years with Peltz Gallery, to his most recent endeavor opening Delta Sports Performance to satisfy his lifelong passion of coaching and teaching.
He is survived by his wife Jennifer and their children DJ, Michelle and Samantha as well as close family friend Joel Sharon and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard and his mother, Cissie.
A memorial visitation will be held Saturday July 25th, at Feerick Funeral Home, Shorewood WI from 4pm-7pm. A private family service is to be held the following week to lay him to rest.
In lieu of flowers, the Peltz family is establishing the Dave Peltz Memorial Fund, aimed at helping underprivileged athletes achieve their dreams.
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Memories and Condolences
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Frank Borchardt
Yesterday
The memories are as strong as the day they were made. You are missed.
Frank Borchardt
July 17, 2024
A true humanitarian. David was interested in people and their accomplishments. He always had the perfect actions, responses and encouragements. He is missed by me. God bless him.
Frank Borchardt
July 17, 2023
Meetings, a common goal of completing his dream and great conversations over lunch are the memories I have about David. He is missed. God bless David and his family.
Frank Borchardt
July 18, 2022
Memories of lunch, stories, accomplishments and aircraft. Two years has gone buy: The memories and experiences are not faded. God bless you and the family.
Frank J Borchardt
July 18, 2021
David's outgoing personality, captivating stories, ability to understand, sense of humor and amazing generosity are all traits that have touched many lives. His fingerprints are unfading and the memory of him and his actions still inspire. He is missed dearly. God bless David and his family.
Joy and Tom Loos
July 31, 2020
Jen- Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We are truly saddened to hear the news of Dave. May all the wonderful memories that you have help during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank J Borchardt
July 27, 2020
Davis has been an inspiration to me. His dogged determination to complete any task he may had combined with his giant personality, outgoingness and the quest to always learn something new each day set a glowing example that others would do well to set as goals. You'll be missed David. God bless you and your family.
Laura Wendorff
July 27, 2020
Jennifer - My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time.
Blain Neufeld, Chair of Dept of Philosophy, UWM
July 26, 2020
Deepest condolences from the Department of Philosophy at UWM. The Peltz award ceremonies – which honors David’s father, Richard, who was a highly valued member of the Department – has been a vital part of the Department’s life for decades now. We always very much appreciated David’s support and participation in those ceremonies. The Department will make a donation to the Dave Peltz Memorial Fund once it is possible to do so.
Ellen Sandler
July 26, 2020
Jennifer and family - so sorry to hear about Dave. He was a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. If you need anything don’t hesitate to contact me.
Ellen - Dr. Matthews
Mike Kiedrowski
July 26, 2020
It was my great pleasure to know Dave over the past eight years. I was one man on the team to help him realize a dream of his to create a traveling museum piece of aviation history. I am sorry that he was not able to see the dream become a reality. I got to know him only well enough to get a sense of decency as a man who loved his family more than anything else. I will miss him. My condolences to the family.
Timothy Flatley
July 26, 2020
Our prayers are with this strong family. They will persevere as Dave would have wanted them to. What a special guy and part of so many young lives. Danny said that the world was a better place with Dave Peltz in it. So true.
Chris Harris
July 25, 2020
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He will be missed tremendously by so many great friends and family. Blessings to all.
Terry and Patty Sharon
July 25, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to the Peltz family. Our thoughts & prayers our with you.
Sandy Contardi Rice
July 25, 2020
Sam, I am thinking of you and your family during this very difficult time. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Peggy (Sheen) Brennan
July 25, 2020
Our most heartfelt condolences to the Peltz Family. It is our prayer that the shared stories and memories of family and friends will help fill your hearts during this difficult time. -May the Angels lead him in -
Mark (Lenny) Lenard
July 25, 2020
Godspeed my friend. See you on the other side. Rest In Peace
David Kurtz
July 25, 2020
Doc had a passion and zeal that was contagious. He was relentless in pursuit of his dreams and had a sparkling sense of humor. We have been privileged to have known him and share the loss his family now suffers.
Nina Colacino
July 24, 2020
Jennifer, my most sincere sympathy in your loss. I am a friend of a mutual friend (Mary Bowers, deceased). Nina Colacino. Prayers.
Laury
July 24, 2020
Our condolences to the entire family. We’ve never had the pleasure to meet Dave but we know he must have been incredible. Kieran found him to be an exceptional human and I can see that Sam has carried much of him into her life. We are profoundly sorrowful for this unexpected loss. We will always regret not meeting this impressive and determined man. To David, we thank you for raising such a remarkable young lady, in Sam. Our love, Laury Corrao Veksler and Mike Veksler
Richard Behling
July 24, 2020
I spent a few all-too-brief times with David and his girls at a few of the Peltz luncheons. And, in each case, they added much to my enjoyment of that event. He and his gregarious and accomplished daughters. Obviously, all of them attested mightily to the Peltzes' parenting skills. What a wonderful, young family!
David once told me a funny, and particularly embarrassing, story about falling asleep in a (college) class. Okay, he fell asleep[. Who didn't? But the twist is that he awakened during the meeting of the next group! (I wish now that I had asked him to continue on with that tale of woe!)
I very much enjoyed reading Julie's heartfelt posting. I know that her mom and dad often thought of Julie, and they were always very much concerned for her well-being. Thank you, Julie!
Professor Richard was immeasurably important in my life, finding me my first teaching job in Eau Claire. And I enjoyed several chats with up-beat Cissie, at the gallery, who was always my welcoming hostess.
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Judy and I send our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Julie and to the others, who are now in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Dale
July 24, 2020
Jen and Sam, I am devastated to learn about Dave. He was a wonderful father and husband and always had something positive and funny to say. My heart is sad for all of you, I pray for peace to you and your family.
Richard Behling
July 24, 2020
I spent spent all-too-brief times with David and his dauighters at the annual POeltz
Brenda Gleason
July 24, 2020
My sympathy to your entire family. Dave & your family were a constant presence in our family's life through sports but more so as a role model to a group of children & their parents. He dedicated his time to making the world better for those who knew him. He also played in the band when Bill & I married. May his memory be a blessing.
Bill Gleason
July 24, 2020
I am in shock to hear Dave has passed. There are so many memories from the time we spent together coaching baseball and basketball. Dave’s band (5 guys with day jobs) also played at our wedding. Jen, DJ, Michelle and Sam - I feel so bad for your loss and have all of you in my thoughts and prayers. I so wish I could attend the visitation but cannot take the risk of traveling to Milwaukee.
Michael Ujcich
July 24, 2020
Jennifer, our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. I remember his energy, creativity and expression of passion for living life in the times we were with you and David. Sending hugs across the miles, Michael and Beverly
Clark Blachly
July 24, 2020
am so sad to here this. Had many great times playing soft ball with Dave. Such a great guy and always fun to be around
Barry & Marilyn Finegold
July 23, 2020
Dave was a remarkable individual. As a coach, he gave many young athletes hope and as a friend, one would always feel good being around him. Dave you will be missed but never forgotten. I wish the family great memories of a great man.
Patty Vanden plas
July 23, 2020
Great uncle to Lindsay . Loved by many known since high school. Truly missed by my family. Love to Jen and kids
Charles “Chuck” Fair
July 23, 2020
Dave was a great father, husband, mentor and friend. I always enjoyed spending time with him talking sports & life. I truly considered him a friend. He’ll be missed by many. My deepest condolences to his family.
Julie Peltz-Speck
July 23, 2020
He's was my brother, and a wonderful man. Never had a bad word to say about anyone. Lived his life helping others. He was a great husband, father, son, friend and brother. He will be loved and missed forever.
Pat Corrao
July 23, 2020
Sam, we are so very sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayer, our deepest sympathy. Pat & Sal Corrao
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