David Hass

Dave battled with numerous illnesses, but he kept his wit, humor, and sarcasm with him until the end.

He spent his early years on the family farm and graduated from Lincoln High School as part of the class of 1972. He went to culinary school in Eau Claire and was a chef in Eau Claire's Whitehouse before moving to California. He worked as sous chef in California before finding his true career as a government worker. Dave had over 30 years at the postal service, and made numerous lifelong friends during his time there. After realizing there is no place like home he returned from Cali to Eau Claire, WI, where he retired in 2013.

Dave loved a good get-together if food, laughs, and drinks were involved. He never met a wit he couldn't match, a joke he couldn't time well, or one-liner that wouldn't make the whole group nearly wet their pants from laughter. Dave kept it simple by loving family & friends, food, and a good drink.

Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Merton and Doris Hass, and his uncle Dave Dahl. He is survived by his family: aunt, Marge Dahl; uncle, Sam (Sharlene) Kurth; siblings, Melissa "Mitzi" (Roger) Rich, Rhonda Hass, and Douglas Hass; his nieces, Amy (Ryan) Bergerson, Kaylan (April) Rich, Kyle Rich; and great-nieces Thea (Brad), Ella (Dylan), Nora, Iylla; great-nephew Sawyer; and a great-great nephew (Easton).

A special thank you to Caring Partners and the wonderful people who provided such great care, he appreciated all of you! No service will be held, just as Dave had requested.