David Wolf

David Wolf, 93, died Sunday, November 20, 2016 in Jefferson, Iowa.

A service of remembrance was held Friday, November 25 at Central Christian Church in Jefferson with Rev. Sheldon Henderson officiating. Congregational hymns sung were “He Touched Me” and “Because He Lives.” Dan Rasmussen sang “Amazing Grace” accompanied by Deb Hoskins. David donated his body to the University of Iowa Anatomical Gift Program. His gift will forever impact and affect the lives of others in ways we cannot imagine. Future interment will be at Jefferson Cemetery, Jefferson.

David Michael Wolf was born September 3, 1923 on a farm in Greene county in Iowa. He was the son of David William and Minnie Pearl Michael Wolf. David attended country school Bristol #1. Upon graduation from the eighth grade in 1938, David farmed with his father and then farmed for his uncle.

On June 9, 1944 David was united in marriage to Lois Jean Stogsdill at Central Christian Church in Jefferson. David and Lois farmed north of Jefferson for over 40 years. They raised row crops, did custom farming and raised livestock. Upon retirement from the farm they moved into Jefferson in 1981.

David was a member of Central Christian Church in Jefferson. He belonged to the Elks for several years.

He became interested in collecting old barbed wire. David had obtained over 200 varieties. Much of his time was also spent on gardening in town and on the farm. He enjoyed delivering the bounty from his gardening to family and friends. He received the most enjoyment from giving pumpkins to children, especially the engraved ones he gave to his grandkids. These were personalized with their names on them. He was known for his giant pumpkins and watermelons. He and his wife, Lois, spent many an hour tending to their rose garden on the farm and in town.

David and Lois traveled to all 50 states and to Europe. They especially enjoyed Switzerland and Germany.

His favorite pastimes were farming, fishing, gardening, old cars and puzzles. David’s true enjoyment came with spending time with his grandkids. He attended many school and college events.

David, or Dave as many called him, never met a stranger. He could be described as good natured, ornery and always willing to help where needed. After retirement, David could be found at the local coffee shop almost every day catching up on all the local news. He loved it when people teased him about his bald head, henceforth the nickname, Chrome Dome.

David was preceded in death by his sisters, Darlene Wolf and infant sister, Mary Ann Wolf; parents, David and Pearl; his wife, Lois and son-in-law, DeWayne Nelson.

He is survived by his two daughters, Jane Nelson of Jefferson and Nancy Lally (Ted) of Bagley; brother, Dean Wolf (Barb) of Scranton; and four grandchildren: Chris Nelson (Katie), Katie (Ryne) Owen, Laura Nelson and Mark Nelson; and great grandchildren: Nora and Tryce Nelson and Daenan Owen.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson.