David Gasch

David A Gasch, age 85, of Colby, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at Colonial Health Services in Colby under the tender care of St. Croix Hospice.

A Mass of Christian burial was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at Saint Mary of Christian Help Parish in Colby. Father Aruldoss Savarimuthu presided. Interment with military honors provided by the Unity American Legion Post #358 and the Colby VFW Post #2227 followed at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Friends greeted the family from 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby was entrusted with the arrangements.

David was born on July 30, 1941, the son of Walter and Mary (Drees) Gasch in Owen. He graduated from Colby High School in 1960. David served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam stationed in Thailand from 1967-70 as a petroleum store specialist.

Dave worked with wood products most of his life, including Strek-ODoors in Abbotsford, Weyerhauser Doors in Marshfield and retired from Stetsonville Hardwoods in 2006. He was a faithful and devoted member of St. Mary’s and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Dave was also a member of the Unity American Legion Post #358 and the North Central Wisconsin Antique Steam & Gas Engine Club. He enjoyed working on steam engines and tinkering and also liked to figure out numbers.

David is survived by his three sisters: Carol (Jerry) Boxrucker of Abbotsford, Janice (John Mattern) Molnar of Menomonie and Marjory Ackerman of Racine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Dorothy Greyell.

Family and friends may express condolences online at www. maurinaschilling.com.