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Dave Gust Obituary
On Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, Dave Gust, 73, formerly of St. Charles, Geneva, Galena and Batavia, passed away in Leesburg, Fla.
Anyone who'd met him will attest that he valued honesty, hard work, integrity, and above all, a sense of humor.
Dave is survived by his wife, Kathy; their two sons, Gary of Columbus, Ohio, and Dan of Jessup, Md., and their children. He is also survived by countless friends whose lives he touched with generosity, caring and many, many laughs.
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Kathy Gust
May 27, 2014
This gentle man was the only man I ever loved. From being a teen-ager to a senior citizen, we were always together. I will love and miss him forever!
December 12, 2013
Our Condolences to Kathy and Family.
Linda (Bates) & Chuck Mennerick
Cathy Willis, Class of '58
December 12, 2013
Sincere and deepest sympathy to Kathy and all of David's Family.
Dan Gust
December 11, 2013
He passed on so much... a sense of humor, a sense of responsibility, the drive for excellence. I never met someone that didn't admire and respect him instantly; Dad inspired loyalty like no man I've known.
I love you, Dad. You made me a better man- your example inspires me every day.
Judy Johnson
December 11, 2013
Dave was a wonderful man and as you know, Kathy, I frequently asked for his advice and guidance. We all will miss him very much. He was very loved!
Nancy Barry
December 11, 2013
Dave was a great guy. I will always remember his big smile and great laugh.
Kathy & Paul Robinson
December 10, 2013
I already miss the shout out from the lanai as we walk by, the laughter, and the sense of humor from the big man with the big smile. Rest in peace Dave.
Kammy and David Wright
December 10, 2013
Dave was a great person and friend to me. I'm going to miss our Tuesday morning chats. Always had a warm smile and happy face for me. He could always make me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and your family.
Don and Sheri Robey
December 10, 2013
God bless you all and may God's love, peace and comfort be with you.
Timothy Martin
December 10, 2013
You will be very missed by you're friends and family.... You we're a great man. Thank you for everything you ever did for me growing up. I will see you one day, please continue to watch down on everyone especially my aunt Kathy. Love sent you're way.
Terri & Ken Mate
December 10, 2013
We loved having him as our neighbor all of those years and we were so sad when they moved to Florida - but knew they would enjoy it there. i could always count on him for sound advice about my gardening and about my Birch Tree - and where to plant my Willow Trees....I could always, ALWAYS count on him to make me laugh too! He will be missed and ALWAYS remembered fondly!
Joyce Walker
December 10, 2013
Going to miss calling everyday to hear you say hello Joyce..... I looked forward to you answering the phone daily just to see how you were doing..... oh about the same you should reply. Your missed beyond belief. We love and miss you!
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