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David C. Backes
1945 - 2017
David C. Backes
1945 - 2017
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David Backes Obituary
David Clarence Backes passed away February 16, 2017 at the age of 71. He was born in Humphrey, Nebraska December 2, 1945 to Edward T. and Clara Albracht Backes.
David, the youngest of ten children, grew up on farms near Lindsay and St. Ben, NE. He attended St. Bonaventure High School in Columbus, NE. David was a member of the Shrine Bowl Football Team in 1964 graduating that same year. He continued his education at Kearney State College where he received his Bachelor of Secondary Education degree. While at Kearney State, David was president of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity as well as a member of the college’s football, track and debate teams.
David began his teaching career at St. Paul, NE., and then taught at Waverly, NE. He thoroughly enjoyed teaching World History, and being the Assistant Varsity Wrestling coach. To the disappointment of his high school students, David left the education profession to pursue other interests. He became a top salesman for Pella Windows and Doors of Lincoln, retiring from there after a long and successful career.
David’s interests included woodworking, reading, politics, fishing, and attending sporting events with family and friends. He also was proud to have served as a Denton Village Board Trustee. Most of all, David loved spending time with his sons, other family members and friends.
David is survived by his youngest son Michael, Lincoln, NE.; sisters Joan Kurtenbach, Joyce Wieser, Marilyn (Bill) Haney, Carolyn (Ken) Cielocha all of Columbus, NE.; brothers Duane (Lois) of Lindsay, NE.; Earl (Lenore) of Columbus, NE.; Kenny (Jane) of Humphrey, NE.; Bill (Ginny) of Milford, NE.; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
David was preceded in death by his oldest son Jonathan, parents, and sister, Edna Backes.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus, Nebraska. A rosary prayer service will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the church. Family will greet friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time.
Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery, Columbus, Nebraska at a later date.
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Laura Winters
March 26, 2017
Recently heard of Mr. Backes passing. I am so sad for your loss. He was a terrific and unforgettable WHS teacher.
Bernadette Peterson Cinadr
March 4, 2017
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Backes family! I was a classmate of Dave's in High School and remember him to be so personable and outgoing. God's blessings to you all!
Swanna Arnett
February 22, 2017
I met dave working at the gas station I always enjoyed his stories and when I opened on Friday and Saturday mornings I always felt safe with him sitting on his chair in the back drinking his coffee he will be dearly missed and God be with his family in this time of need
Trish Stromer
February 22, 2017
I meant Dave in Denton NE. I would see him at Denton daily double ,American legion and the gas station. He always said hi and visit with me everytime I seen him , he always had kind words of encouragement through out the years I've known him . Dave will be missed by friends and relatives who knew him ,he was a good friend. RIP Dave
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Ryan Osborn
February 21, 2017
Dear Backes Family,
I got to know Dave over the last 10 years. We both lived in Denton and I always ran into Dave. It was always nice to talk to and have a few laughs. The Legion, Daily Double, and the entire town of Denton will miss him dearly. He was one in a million!!
Lynn Neujahr
February 20, 2017
Dave was my teacher and coach at Waverly. He was a great teacher and coach. Always admired and respected him.
Pam Livingston
February 20, 2017
Keeping Michael and the family in my prayers.
William Tooley
February 20, 2017
All our love and prayers to the entire Backes family. David was a special person and will be missed by all.
Maureen Farris
February 19, 2017
Sending our love, support, thoughts and prayers to the Backes family. With sincere sympathy, Jim and Maureen(Beller) Farris
Patricia Dickerson
February 19, 2017
Bill, Ginny & Family: So sorry about Bill's brother, David. We send our sincere sympathy.
Jim & Pat Dickerson
Judy and Jerome Gates Family
February 19, 2017
May Memories Comfort You We are Praying for the Backes Family You are in our Thoughts and Prayers . With Deepest Sympathy and Friendship
Cheryl Wieser
February 19, 2017
Holding the Backes family in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories comfort you and bring you peace.
BETTEY WIESER
February 19, 2017
To the Backes Family
May God wrap his arms around you and give you strength that he is in the Lord's arms
Bob and Shirley Alderson
February 19, 2017
Condolences to the Backes family, our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Darrell & Darlene Arlt
February 18, 2017
May he rest in peace. God bless him and his family
Bob and Ann Hamling
February 18, 2017
To the Backes Family, May caring thoughts bring you strength in this time of sadness. I won't be serving the mass, we will be in Florida. Bob and Ann Hamling
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