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David K. Roufs

David Roufs Obituary

Roufs, David K.

Roufs, David K. 69, Weston, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2016 at the Rennes Health and Rehab Center under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice Services.

David was born January 10, 1947 to the late Kenneth and Lorraine Roufs. After graduating high school in 1965, he married Laurie Haarstad on November 23, 1968. David is survived by his wife Laurie Roufs, three daughters, Michele (Mark) Sherwood, Mandy (Kim) Lemke, and Shaunna Roufs. David has three grandchildren: Cheyenne Laatsch, Victoria Lemke, and Madeline Lemke; sister Louise (Gary) Neidert, brother Daniel (Denice) Roufs, brother-in-law Michael Trautmann, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister Martha Trautmann, and his parents Kenneth and Lorraine Roufs.

David owned his own business, Dave Roufs Mobile Home Service and Repair for over 40 years and was known to many as a jack of all trades. He was also famous for his grilling techniques and his ability to feed the masses. He had a natural gift for storytelling and the ability to make you laugh. He had a kind heart and would give anyone who asked the shirt off his back.

David chose to donate his body to the Medical College of Milwaukee, Wisconsin for use in education. At this time the family is planning a Celebration Of Life for David this summer.

The family would like to thank the staff at Rennes Health and Rehab Center and Ministry Home Care and Hospice Services for the generous care he received.

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Published by Wausau Daily Herald on Jan. 23, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for David Roufs

21 Entries

Larry & Sue Doxrude

February 19, 2016

To all of the Roufs family, our deepest sympathy. As kids, David and I had many good times in Iola.

Cathy Yunk

January 29, 2016

Sorry for the loss of David. It was always a good time when David was around.

Jim & Sherry Neidert

January 26, 2016

Laurie and family, We are so sorry to hear about Dave. He was a good friend. He and Dan both stood up in our wedding. Hard to believe it was 50 years ago 9/11/1965!! We had lots of good times in our younger years. It was always good to see him when Gar and Louise would rent a cottage on the Chain in Waupaca every summer. We always had lots of laughs. You all have our sympathy. Love you, Jim and Sherry Neidert

January 25, 2016

RIP

John Yunk

January 24, 2016

Im sorry for the loss of David.I leard a lot from him.And back in the day had a lot of good times,and/or adventures.I will miss him.John

Jo Ann Ehmke

January 24, 2016

I will never forget Dave he was smart, gifted, and funny. He will be missed. RIP

Paul Huseby

January 23, 2016

I've worked with Dave over the years many times you always impress me with his honesty and superior workmanship ,my condolences to his wonderful family

Barbara Hanninen(mccabe)

January 23, 2016

Lorie I'm so sorry for your loss,I have so many sweet memories of Dave.we'd play uno for hours and laugh and laugh.also I will always remember him stiring all his food together,and then eating it..and he was a good friend.

January 23, 2016

We were are sorry to hear about the loss of Dave knew him for many and alway enjoyed being around him
Tom&Joann Bloomer (Mosinee Wi)

Sandi

January 23, 2016

To the Family:
People pass in and out of each others lives every day, some never really known. Others, however, make a connection. Please know that you will always be in our hearts for the joy you brought others during what had to be the most difficult time in your lives. You gals made the "connection". I know you made David proud. We will miss you all. ps. "Powerball Wednesday" will never be forgotten.

January 23, 2016

Laurie, Mandy, and Shauna, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Dvid growing up. I can't recall how many times he came to our rescue when our heat was out, pipes froze, carpet needed replacing...you name it. It wasn't uncommon to hear him rummaging in our kitchen for a cup of coffee in the dead of night when he was called to fix yet another furnace or leak. Not to mention his EPIC pig roast :) May the Lord give you peace in his passing. My sincerest condolences. Robin (Schneider) Drury

January 23, 2016

Michele, I'm glad I had the chance to meet your father when he came to Oklahoma. We have shared sweet stories and I know your heart is full of love for him. My condolences to you and your whole family. Sincerely. Judy jones

Barry & Pam

January 23, 2016

Dave (and his family) have been a HUGH part of our lives we will always remember the many years we spent together.God Bless you David where One of a kind Peace be with you now. Laurie, Mandy and Shauna as you know the world is a little better place because he was in it Love you and see you soon

Rose Hauck

January 23, 2016

So sorry for your's and your families loss, Mandy!

jeff syring

January 23, 2016

Great friend and neighbor will miss him dearly.always could make me laugh no matter how bad things where RIP my friend

Marian Massey

January 23, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jason Weiland

January 23, 2016

So sorry for your loss

Jim Smoltich

January 23, 2016

Was so sorry to hear about Daves passing. Dave was one of my best friends. There is lots of story's that could be told. All good and a lot of good memories. RIP my friend. May God Bless you all.

Tim Stockowitz

January 23, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss.David was a father and mentor to me in my young life. Many good memories in colonial gardens. He will be missed.RIP David

Nancy Thiel-Lemke

January 23, 2016

With deepest sympathy to all of you.
Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Delores Nassen/Dougherty

January 22, 2016

Laurie, I am so sorry for your loss. I have such great memories of the time that I knew you and Dave in Iola. If a service honoring Dave is in the future,I would love to attend. 'Again my sympathy to you and your daughters.

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