David Daum Obituary
David Bruce Daum, age 75 passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at American Grand in Neenah. He was born on June 15, 1950, to Donald Daum and Joyce (Olmsted) Altmeier.
David was a proud union worker at the Neenah Foundry for over 20 years and a devoted Green Bay Packers fan. Known for his unwavering stubbornness and sharp bargaining skills, he always marched to the beat of his own drum.
He is survived by his daughter, Alexx “Sherri” Daum; sister, Sharon Link; brother, Joel Daum; sister-in-law, Cyndi Regan; three grandchildren: Anna, Adrienne and Warren. David was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Donald Daum; sister, Jane Daum; brother-in-law, Wayne Link; and niece Sherrie Dunn.
David’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at American Grand and his hospice caregivers for their care and compassion, as well as his wonderful neighbors, John and Debbie Kleinschmidt for their ongoing support and kindness.
Service will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 1:00pm in the Chapel at Lake View Memorial Park Cemetery, 2786 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI, 54901.
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