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David Wolf Obituary
Born: March 24, 1960; in Belvidere, IL
Died: September 1, 2017; in Atlanta, GA
David M. Wolf, native Marengoan, passed away during heart surgery, in Atlanta Georgia. The Wolf family have been multi-generational members of the community and were life-long members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Marengo.
David was a 1978 graduate of Marengo Community High School. In 1983, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in biology from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, and in 1986 a Master of Science in environmental chemistry from Mankato State University in Mankato, Minnesota.
As a career scientist and partner with a private environmental firm, Integrated Science and Technology, of Marietta, Georgia, David supervised a team who investigated and measured toxic, chemical spills in soil and ground water. David was a Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM). He dedicated his entire career to implementing remediation and restoration of the land making it safe for the rest of us.
David was a quiet man, but he was the strongest man we ever knew. He faced adversity without complaint and with dignity and grace. David was independent and the consummate self-starter. David was a conscientious, hard worker who relished taking on challenging tasks. He was a field scientist and preferred physical field work rather than sitting at a desk. We remember him for his warm humor and droll wit, his generosity of spirit and love of friends and family.
David was preceded in death by his Mother, Patricia Wolf (nee Jackson, formerly of Chicago) and his father, Charles Wolf of Marengo; sister, Barbara Beebe; aunts, uncles and cousin, Al Johnson, Charles Smessaert, William Johnson, Mary Jo Johnson, and George Wolf.
He is survived by his brother, Michael Wolf; Michael's son and daughter, Ian and Hillary Wolf; brother, Tony Wolf; niece and nephew, Monica (David) Florent and Matthew (Rebecca) Beebe; his aunt, Doloris Wolf; and the Sweet family, Carol, James, Elizabeth (Peters), James III, and Amelia.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 8, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Marengo-Union Funeral Home, 505 E. Grant Hwy, Marengo. Funeral mass is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 323 N. Taylor St, Marengo. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Marengo.
Online condolences may be made at www.marengo-unionfuneralhome.com.
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Mike and Erin Markison
September 13, 2017
Tony so sorry for your loss our deepest sympathy to your family.
David Burris
September 9, 2017
David was a joy to be around.....whether working on a project, or sitting around shooting the breeze or grabbing a beer. Will especially miss his smile and sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
Kim Leone (Gustafson)
September 9, 2017
May you rest in peace David. You'll be missed.
Craig Cooper
September 9, 2017
David was such a great guy and an inspiration to everyone.
His always quick and easy smile warmed my heart and those who knew him.
He was sharp witted, thoughtful, caring and fun to be with.
Despite a lifetime a physical challenges he never complained.
His work in environmental remediation has made the world a better place.
And his friendship and loving manner has made me and all who knew him better for it.
David will be missed and his memory and legacy will live in our hearts.
Love to All,
Craig Cooper
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Grant and Lynn Elliott
September 8, 2017
Sorry for your loss
Terry Boersma
September 8, 2017
May you RIP, David.
Jim Frere
September 7, 2017
I worked with David for a little over a year at IST in Atlanta and appreciated his great attitude toward his work and his co-workers and his attention to detail. More importantly David was kind and generous with his time. He had a great sense of humor and didn't take himself to seriously. He could hold his own with science, sports, music and politics.
He often talked fondly about his family in Illinois. I will miss him.
Gloria McCleary
September 7, 2017
It was an honor to know and work with Dave over many years at EA and IST. His depth of caring and dry humor is irreplaceable.
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