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David Falkena Obituary
May 21, 1957 - September 9, 2024
David Abe Falkena, 67, returned into the arms of his maker on Sept. 9, 2024.
Born in Hawarden, Iowa, to Barbara and Evert "Woody" Falkena, Dave was involved in all aspects of the arts, from stage presentations to musicals. An accomplished musician, vocally and instrumentally, he was especially talented at playing the trombone and played in middle and high school and subsequent community bands. Upon graduating high school, he attended Judson College in Elgin, Illinois, before he joined the United States Air Force where he met the love of his life, Ailyn. Following his tour, Dave and Ailyn married and he began an amazing career in the United States Postal Service from which he retired. An enthusiastic athlete and philanthropist, his devotion to his local communities was apparent to all through his volunteer work in youth programs, where he coached multiple youth sports teams. This was most especially evidenced when he took an internationally competitive youth soccer team to the United Kingdom for enrichment. Although Dave succumbed in the battle against dementia, he always knew he was loved and cared for by those closest to him. His love and compassion are still felt by everyone who knew him.
Dave is preceded in death by his younger brother, Kenny.
He is survived by his parents; his brothers, Jerry and Terry; his sister, Cheryl; his devoted wife, Ailyn; his children, Christian, Shelly, Charles and Schuyler; his grandchildren, Haley, Natalie, Ben, Phelan, Tala, Lennon, Hendrik and Van; and all of his beloved nieces and nephews.
Donations to the Alzheimer's Association in David's name are greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com.
Graveside service is at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Celebration of Life follows at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 100 McDonald Road. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.
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Grant Madden
October 25, 2024
Leadership comes in all forms, as does compassion. David embodied both in his time at Allied Universal Security in La Jolla. I was honored to bring him to the team, and will forward the devastating news to those that worked with him.
JoAnn Norton
October 12, 2024
Without Dave, there would not have been a soccer program in Hot Springs. He was a great role model and leader who devoted his time, talents and so much more to develop this program. He was such a positive influence on the players he coached, and adults he worked with. Thank you, Dave, for all that you did for us, and for the community of Hot Springs. To Ailyn and Daves Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed. JoAnn and Gordon Norton
Carol Ludemann
October 11, 2024
My sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
A great role model - Lucky to call<br />You my coach for 18 years <br />Love Michael Norton
Michael Norton
October 10, 2024
A great role model, a friend, and lucky to call you my coach for 18 years . Love the neighbor who climbed your deck
Love Michael Norton
Kim Henningsen
October 10, 2024
Always a gentleman. It was a privilege to have known him. Coach Henningsen
Mark Jenniges
October 7, 2024
Ailyn and Family, we were so sorry to hear of Dave´s passing. We are sending lots of hugs and prayers. Dave was such happy kind man, and Boss. He will be missed by so many. Our sincere condolences
Mark and Bonny Jenniges
Rod Brandt
October 6, 2024
My sincere condolences go out to the family, love and prayers..
Denise Stewart
October 5, 2024
Ailyn and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dave´s passing. He was such a kind person and was a great coach to the soccer kids in Hot Springs. His service to others was appreciated. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Macie Wiles
September 30, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to the family
Macie (Melton) Wiles
Formely from Hot Springs SD
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