David Paul Wenk, 59, passed away peacefully January 4 from a major stroke. Viewing will be held from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, January 23, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 6712 El Paso Street, Bonners Ferry, with recitation of the Rosary starting at 11:30 a.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon following the Rosary. Private burial will follow.
Dave was a devoted family man, a faithful Catholic, and a pillar of his community. He was deeply loved by all who knew him and leaves behind a legacy of service, laughter and an unwavering love for his family and country.
Dave was the noxious weed superintendent for Boundary County and president of the Idaho Noxious Weed Association. He was actively involved in Boundary County and generously gave his time and talents to many organizations, including the Boundary County Fair Board, the Boundary County Republican Central Committee, the Boundary County Back Road Association, and St. Ann’s Finance Committee. His commitment to these groups reflected his strong sense of responsibility, civic pride and desire to give back to the community he loved so much.
An outdoorsman, loyal patriot, and the Purdue Boilermakers number one fan, Dave was well known for his love of Fourth of July fireworks display and his generous, spirited personality. Dave was often the life of the party, bringing laughter and lively conversation wherever he went.
If there was music, you often would hear him yell to play “Freebird” by Lyndard Skynard or “Night Moves” by Bob Seger. His presence could light up a room and his stories and humor will be fondly remembered.
Above all else, Dave’s greatest joy was his family. He was a true family man whose faith guided his life and whose love for his family was evident in everything he did. His devotion, strength and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know and love him.
Dave will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Dave is survived by his wife, Donielle, children Miranda Link, Haley Wenk, Rachel Feusier and Ryan Waggoner, grandchildren Riley Moore-Feusier, Jesse Feusier and Olivia Waggoner, sister Teresa Sheets and brother Michael Wenk. Dave had a large extended family with multiple nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and nephews, and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Beverly Wenk, and sister, Sandra Wenk.
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Bonners Ferry Funeral Home is caring for the family.
The hole that is left behind from your leaving this world is massive and reaches far beyond Boundary County. We were so blessed, proud and thankful to be loved by you and to have loved you back. We know you are at peace with our God. Love and miss you always.
Our hearts are sad at the loss of this great man. He was a one of a kind and he will be missed by the entire Boundary County community.
Bruce& Deb Whittaker
Naples