David Alan DuFour

1945 - 2021

David Alan DuFour obituary, 1945-2021, Bloomington, MN

David Alan DuFour

1945 - 2021

BORN

1945

DIED

2021

David DuFour Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Bloomington on Jun. 20, 2021.

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DuFour, David Alan Age 76, of Bloomington, passed away June 17, 2021, of complications of a second stroke. Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Maxine, and brother, Richard Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Patricia, beloved children, Michelle (Nate) and John, cherished grandchildren, Tyler and Brynn and Brielle, Addison and Dax, sister-in-law, Mary DuFour, niece, Nicole and nephew, Rick, family and friends. Dave was a graduate of Washburn High School and attended the U of M. He was past president of Twin City Sandblast, Inc. and DuFour Sales, Inc. Dave enjoyed all sports, playing baseball, football and hockey in his youth followed by decades of softball and coaching later in life. He was happiest on the softball field with his lifelong buddies or taking the pontoon out with family and friends on Balsam Lake. Special thanks to his Senior Home Health Care team whose kindness, encouragement and support truly brightened and strengthened his days at home. A private family service will be held. Memorials preferred to St. Stephen Lutheran Church of Bloomington or Shriners Healthcare for Children-Twin Cities. Washburn-McReavy.com Werness Brothers 952-884-8145

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