David R. GRONLUND

David GRONLUND Obituary

David R. GRONLUND David, 53, of Lake Forest Park, WA, passed away Friday, July 22. Born to Rockne and Mary Gronlund in Everett, Oct. 1, 1957, David graduated from Shoreline High School and attended Shoreline C.C. After high school, he worked at the United Cerebral Palsy Center. He was a great support to residents and made friendships that lasted his life. He was an elder in the First Christian Reformed Church, and participated in a mission trip to South Africa in 2010. A driver for King County Metro Transit for 26 years, he was awarded Operator of the Month in 2003. He is very much missed by his remaining family: mother Mary E. Gronlund; sisters Lynette Brice, Catherine Gronlund, Carolyn Gronlund, and Elizabeth Osborn; brother John Wiley Greenland; their spouses; and nieces and nephews. Viewing: Friday, July 29, 6-9pm, Wiggen & Sons Funeral Home, 2003 NW 57th, Seattle. Memorial service: July 30, 1:00 p.m., First Christian Reformed Church, 14555 - 25th Ave NE, Shoreline. Donations can be made to ffhm.org (501c3) or Shoreline Christian School.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for David GRONLUND

10 Entries

Robin Hennes

July 20, 2021

This anniversary is only one more reason to remember you as the gentle human being you always were, ever a model of kindness and humanity.

Joyce Guyton

July 29, 2011

We know our GOD has open arms and has a special place in heaven for DAVID. He was truly a special person, who became friends with our love one(Richard Wells)many years ago through his work with Cerebal Palsy. DAVID was very devoted in helping to care for Richard. He would bring Richard just to visit with family, holiday gatherings, and family reunions in and out of state. We losted our beloved Richard 6 years ago but DAVID was devoted until the end. He will always have a special place in our hearts. GRONLUND family be proud of your love one because it is very deserving. Our prayers are with you and GOD will comfort and bring you through this time of sorrow.
Joyce Guyton And Family:

Robin Hennes

July 28, 2011

David and I shared our fifth-grade year at University Heights Elementary School in Seattle. A year that I remembered as a horror because of the particularly mean-spirited teacher (who picked on all of us but David in particular), David placidly recalled as fine instead! That simple fact tells me as much about David as anything I can think of. He was a generous, kind man who didn't think badly of anyone. Twelve years ago, I tracked David down by phone and was gratified to learn that his life had worked out well. He fully enjoyed his job with Metro and the regular riders on his route, but he was still committed to people he'd befriended at United Cerebral Palsy. He led a rich life of giving, and his happiness was most deserved. Farewell, gentle spirit.

Chuck and Rose Coursey

July 27, 2011

We knew David and his family from Richmond Highlands. He was a very special man, kind hearted, faithful and generous with his time. He was a wonderful example of what a Christian man should be. I pray for comfort and peace for those that loved him most. Richard a friend of Davids from the CP. Home is shaking his hand, and," Saying I have been waiting for you.' It was a pleasure to know David.May God bless you all, Chuck and Rose Coursey

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John & Valerie Norman

July 27, 2011

We are sorry for the loss of David. We have fond memories of him taking us to Portland, last year and when he took us up to our family home in Arlington overnight. It's hard to know where to start, he was so nice to us. He'll be deeply missed.

Anne Wachtveitl

July 27, 2011

Dave will be missed by so many people in his church family. He was very kind and compassionate and dedicated to making life better for those in need.

mary logsdon

July 27, 2011

will remember him as a very friendly and polite metro bus driver i knew him also at shoreline i was i. a few classes with. him. rest in peace

Karl Groen

July 26, 2011

Dave was a kind and friendly person who always took time to say hello and show you he cared. His travels and stories were always fun and interesting and although God said that his work on this earth is done, he will be missed! Karl and Kathy Groen

John Hesseltine

July 26, 2011

Dave was a kind and gentle soul. He was a board member of his condominium association and a good neighbor. He had a positive spirit and a kind word for everyone.

John Shepard

July 26, 2011

Dave was such a supportive and dedicated worker for the Lord here at Seattle First CRC. I will miss his warmth and insights after the evening services on Sunday night. Our church family has lost a wonderful friend.

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