David Thorstenson
August 14, 1951 ~ January 20, 2017
David Thorstenson, 65, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Friday, January 20, 2017. A Gathering of Family and Friends: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids.
Survivors include his wife of over 40 years, Linda; children, Andrea (Derek) Waite and Damian (Amanda) Thorstenson; grandchildren, Ryken and Larkyn Waite and Danielle Thorstenson and Colton Engel; brothers, Wayne and Dean Thorstenson; sisters, Eunice Kolsrud and Karla Honn; and many family members.
David Gene Thorstenson was born August 14, 1951, in Waukon, Iowa, to Eilert and Charlotte (Jacobson) Thorstenson. He graduated from Waukon High School in 1969, then attended trade school in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He married Linda Irwin on April 8, 1976, in Rock Island, Illinois. David was a forklift operator for Quaker Oats for 42 years until his retirement in 2014.
He belonged to the Quaker Golf League and the RWDSU Local 110. David was an avid golfer, and could always be found on a golf course. He was never without a really good tan. He enjoyed reading Stephen King novels, figuring out crosswords, and playing cards, especially Euchre.
David was preceded in death by his parents; and infant sister, Ida Ann.
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I am so sorry for Linda, Andrea and Damian and the rest of Dave’s family in his passing. Linda and I grew up together and have been best friends and then she married David. We shared kids, grandkids, births, deaths, sad times and happy times. Dave has suffered the last few years but I am sure he is smiling down upon us as he looks for that golf course in heaven. May God bless each and everyone of them. Love and hugs. Melody Turner
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Sympathies to Linda, Andrea, Damian and family. Dave will be missed! Love and Hugs!
Kim (Fatka) and Jasper Boyd
Dave thanx. for. being there whenever i needed a hand. a tool a battery charger you always helped out i know your at peace now but we will miss you just remember to wear that life jacket when u hit that river for some fun n sun and watch those jumps u dont always know are there when going down a steep iowa ice coated hill
RIP Dave god speed friend
Doug
Rest in peace Dave.
So sorry to hear about Dave’s passing,I worked with him for many years I’m sure he will be swinging his clubs somewhere.RIP, FORE
Met and worked with Dave at Quaker Oats. He always struck me as a good employee, a good person, and a good man. My condolences to all of Dave’s family and friends. Steven Long
Glad to hear David had so many friends. I grew up with his sister and two brothers 1930’s to 1950’s, and still correspond with sister Eunice. Lots of memories!