David Hovet

David Hovet obituary

David Hovet

David Hovet Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wachholz and Sons Funeral Home & Sunset Cremation Center from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2025.

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David Hovet, age 61, of Princeton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at SSM St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. He was born on August 25, 1964, in Thief River Falls, MN, a son of Vernon and Carol (Carpenter) Hovet.

David held various jobs during his working career. He was an avid Packer and NASCAR fan and enjoyed traveling.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his mother, Carol Hovet of Wautoma; 2 brothers, Darryl Hovet of Wautoma, Dean (Lor) Hovet of Colorado Springs, CO; 2 sisters, Dana (Steve) Radaj of Montello, DeeAnn (Ray) Buettner of FL; special friend, Gregory Mercil of Princeton; other relatives and friends; his dog, Buster. He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Hovet; brother, Daniel Hovet.

In honoring David's wishes, there will be no services. Please visit our website www.wachholzandsons.com to send a condolence or to share a memory of David with his family.

Wachholz and Sons Funeral Home

Sunset Cremation Center in Princeton

Serving the Family, 920-295-6631

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