David E. Thies
June 1, 1951 ~ November 23, 2009
David E. Thies, 58 of Lisbon, died Monday, November 23, 2009 at St. Luke's Hospital, Cedar Rapids, from a heart attack. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at Springville United Methodist Church, by Pastor John Keizer. David's visitation and viewing will be Monday, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., at Morgan Funeral and Cremation Choices. Burial in Springville Cemetery with military honors. David is survived by his beloved wife Rheanne, and his beloved family; Tammy Thies, grandson Jackson, Haley, Marshall Wald, granddaughter Aleah. A brother Dennis, wife Mary Thies, sister Debra, husband John Wall, sister-in-law Lynnette, husband Muc McPherson, Boone, brother-in-law Dave Huffman, Boxholm, and mother-in-law Erva Lu Hutchings, Boone. Also surviving David are numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews, his special family at Midland Forge, and his cherished Weimeraner, Molly and Doberman, Brutus. Preceding David in death were his parents, Gerald and Jennilee Thies. David was born June 1, 1951 in Boone. He graduated from Boone High School in 1969. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in Germany and Viet Nam, during the Viet Nam War. He was Honorably Discharged on December 8, 1971 as a Specialist Five. He was a member of the American Legion Post #298, Marion. David married Rheanne Huffman, on April 13, 1974 in Boone, Iowa and renewed their vows June 17, 1995 in Mount Vernon. For 36 years, David worked as a maintenance machinist for Midland Forge in Cedar Rapids. He was a member of I.M.A.W. Union Local #831, Cedar Rapids. David enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, and trail riding on his horse, Jet. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He tinkered in his "getaway" restoring his 1972 Corvette. "David was always there when anyone needed him and his special talents. He never knew a stranger." David was Rheanne's rock, and kept her feet on the ground. "If it's beyond your control, then don't worry about it. If you can control it do something about it, or just let it go." A memorial fund in David's honor has been established. On-line condolences, www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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Dave and I talked about so many different things. About when he was in service and had been in Germany and drove on the autobon also when he was at Munson Army hospital at Leavenworth, Kansas after Vietnam. I have been to these places too, with my daughetr having been stationed there as well. His wealth of knowledge about EBAY, and one of the funniest for me when I came out of maintenece and here was Dave on the heat treat ladder and Bobby sprayed the back of Dave’s shoes with white paint. The dumb shit, with that quirky smile.
Tammy and Haley- so sorry for the loss of your father. I know he will be truly missed in your lives and in your children’s lives. Hopefully, the happy memories you have of him will help you get through this difficult time. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Rheanne and family: David was indeed Rheannes’ rock but Rheanne was also David’s rock. He will be missed by many. I’ll always remember his smile and quiet mannerism.
Rheanne, I am so sorry for your loss. David will be missed by the old gang in Boone. So many memories come to mind. The family house on Story street, the times at the Riker ranch. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Grace and Peace, Neil