David L. Stettler
Tuesday, October 11, 1938
Date of Death:
Friday, February 3, 2023
Age:
84 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday February 09, 2023
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Friday February 10, 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Friday February 10, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Tuesday, October 11, 1938
Date of Death:
Friday, February 3, 2023
Age:
84 years old
Tuesday, October 11, 1938
Date of Death:
Friday, February 3, 2023
Age:
84 years old
David L. Stettler
David Lloyd Stettler, 84 of Rochester died Friday, February 3, 2023 surrounded by family, at St. Marys Hospital, following a brief illness.
David was born on October 11, 1938 to Edward and Hazel (Mahon) Stettler. He grew up in Rochester attended Lourdes High School. After schooling, he worked at Waters Conley Co. in Rochester and Photo News in Owatonna, MN. David then enlisted in the US Army and served in Panama. Upon returning to Rochester, he worked for Gibbons Printing, then for the Rochester Visitor publication as Head Pressman until his retirement. He met Mary Ann Brueske and they were married on October 31, 1964 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Together they raised three daughters. David enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodwork, and all sports. He especially enjoyed trips out-West elk hunting. As a kid, he loved spending time at Grandma Mahon’s farm helping, and maybe getting into trouble once in a while. He also treasured his family trips to northern Minnesota every year. He enjoyed yearly trips to his brother Mike’s home in Deer River, MN where Marv, Mike and David had a fishing contest for the biggest Walleye. He loved it when he won the trophy and could give the other two grief. David was a longtime member of Resurrection Catholic Church in Rochester.
He is survived by his wife Mary of Rochester, daughters Michelle Grunewald of Chatfield, Patty (Mike) Burke of Plainview, DeAnn (Tom) Kelzer of Grand Meadow, sisters Elaine Stettler of Rochester, Alice (Marvin) Bronner of Claremont, brother Michael (Donna) Stettler of Deer River, sister-in-laws Yvonne “Bonnie” Stettler of Rochester, Clara (David) Aarsvold of Kasson, brother-in-law Otto Brueske of Rochester, grandchildren Kayla Stettler, Alex Grunewald, Jenny (Jordan) Dohrmann, James Burke, Colton Burke, Emily Kelzer, Logan Kelzer, great-grandchildren Noah Dobson and Mila Dohrmann.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Gerald, grandson Owen Kelzer, and sister-in-law Bea Brueske.
The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 11:00AM at Resurrection Catholic Church in Rochester. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening, February 9, 2023 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Mass on Friday. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery Rochester. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of David L. Stettler has received the following condolences.
Mary and girls, so sorry for your loss. You had so many fun times with mom and Dave up at the lake in Spooner. Glad you had all that time together laughing, singing and shooting the shoot. Prayers and hugs to you all. Mary Foster
Mary and family I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Mary and family I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with David at the Rochester Visitor for a few years. He taught me a lot, and I really enjoyed working with him. I know he will be greatly missed by everyone.
I always enjoyed getting together with uncle Dave at family gatherings and especially on fishing opener he always had great stories and good laughs. You will be greatly missed and I'll think of you often!
Love, Todd Stettler and Family
Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dave. I have a lifetime of fond memories from working with Dave at The Rochester Visitor. I have been reflecting on them and the constant that runs through all of my memories with Dave is how dedicated he was.
I am so very for the loss. May you find comfort and peace knowing he is no longer struggling with the limitations of his body. He is with Jesus in heaven. Prayers for your family during this sorrowful time.
I am so very for the loss. May you find comfort and peace knowing he is no longer struggling with the limitations of his body. He is with Jesus in heaven. Prayers for your family during this sorrowful time.
Mary and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave was such a great guy. We have many good memories of the times we spent with you both at Keith and Donna’s. He will be missed. Hugs to you all.
Pat and Cindy
I worked with David or 3 years at the print shop. He was a true gentleman. My heart goes out to his wife Mary and their family. I’m sorry for your loss. —Rue
DeAnn, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God holds you and your family in the palm of his hands and gives you strength in these trying times. Know that you are loved and thought about always.
Love,
Tori, Dan, John and Brandy
Dave was always quick to greet me with a smile and a joke at family outings, holidays and get togethers. He will be greatly missed.
-Luke
Oh Mary, I am so sorry for your loss of your Dave. I would hold you for a long hug if I could. Be taking especially good care of yourself as this new normal unfolds.
With shared love,
Jerry Porter