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1937
DIED
2020
David Pull Obituary
Sauk Rapids - David passed away on December 13, 2020 at St. Cloud Hospital.
David was born on January 6, 1937 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Edward and Gladys (Kise) Pull. He graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral High School in 1954 and received both his bachelor's degree and his DDS from the University of Minnesota.
He met Sigri Emerson at Glacier National Park where they both worked summers. They married on June 22, 1957 and moved from Minneapolis to St. Cloud in 1960 where David practiced dentistry for over 50 years, retiring in 2017. He had a great sense of humor and he loved being a dentist named Dr. Pull.
He is survived by his children Lora, Amy and John; grandchildren Pat, Beth and Mike; great-grandchildren Mack and Wyatt; and his beloved dog Stella. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Edward and sisters Kathleen Henry and Audrey Wacker; wife of 61 years, Sigri; their sons, David and Michael.
In 1969, David moved his family to a farm in Sauk Rapids. He was passionate about his "hobby" and enjoyed raising animals, tinkering with machinery, and planting and harvesting crops. As much as he treasured living on the farm, he also cherished taking trips with his family.
David was a social butterfly. He began most days with his morning coffee buddies, joining other pals for more coffee and an occasional lunch throughout the day. He enjoyed golfing, playing cards and the summer reunions. He traveled to Guatemala with medical relief teams providing much-needed dental care. The friendships that developed in these groups meant the world to David.
There is not a church big enough to fit all of David's friends, especially with the capacity limitations and transmission risks of COVID-19. So instead of traditional services, the family asked two spiritual communities close to David's heart to say masses for him: St. John's Abbey and the Poor Clare's Monastery. He was buried next to Sigri and Michael at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Sauk Rapids.
The family intends to have a memorial celebration at his farm, late summer 2021. For information, and to share pictures and memories, please email: [email protected]
To honor David, tell a good friend how much they mean to you. To make a memorial donation visit HELPS INTERNATIONAL online, select donate, and choose "Dr. Dave Pull's Memorial Fund"; or send a check to (write "Project 2386" in the memo line): HELPS INTERNATIONAL,15301 Dallas Pkwy., Suite 200, Addison, TX 75001-4668, Attn: Wendy Pedrero
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Tim Zirbes
January 13, 2021
I have known the pulls for a great long time, Mike and I were the best of friends in the day. I want to wish the best for the family, John, Lora and Amy. You will all be forever in my heart! Your Mom and Dad were the best. I have a lot of great memories of the farm and your family. My family sends their condolences.
Rest in peace Dr. Pull, your smiling face will be missed..
Tim Z. in St. Louis...
Edward Mohs
January 5, 2021
A wonderful person to know. My parents (Bob and Lorraine) always spoke of him and his wife with love. He made going to see him at his dentistry something to look forward to, not to dread. He would really listen to you.
Sue Schreifels Roe
January 3, 2021
Dr. Pull was one in a million. I went to him from age 7 until I moved to Nevada at 26. My mom and dad went to him much of their adult lives. When I would be home visiting my mom, I would often go to a dental appointment with her and we would reminisce about so many things. I didn't know about his charity work, but it is not surprising. He had a big heart and was a wonderful man and practitioner. My sympathy to you, His loss deeply felt.
Andrea Estrada
January 3, 2021
We adopted each other over 15 years ago and I have wonderful memories and cherish the love and laughter we shared through the years. I will miss him greatly and feel very thankful to have been a part of his life.
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Susan (Wacker) Leichtnam
January 3, 2021
We all loved Uncle David. He was such a kind man. I cherish my memories of our visits to the farm. You have my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved father. He will be truly missed. I will keep you on my prayers.
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