In loving memory of

Dave McGlothlen
January 11, 2010

David McGlothlen, 66, passed away at his home on January 11, 2010. No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Circle of Life Hospice in Chariton. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.pierschbacherfuneralhome.com

David Sayre McGlothlen was born February 2, 1943 in Jefferson, Iowa to Robert and Betty Sayre McGlothlen. He attended Ames Elementary and graduated from Ames High School in 1961. He became a fireman before he moved to Southern California where he was an officer with the Orange County Police Department and later worked as an air tanker pilot for the California Department of Forestry. He enjoyed working on cars and flying; eventually working for the Federal Aviation Administration in Anchorage, Alaska.

David always considered himself very blessed, being able to do so many things and see so many places in the world; it was as if he was living every boy's dream. He loved biking, hunting, flying, being with his family and friends and even a periodic cigar with a glass of Jack. He moved back to Iowa to reconnect with family. David was a Mason belonging to the Masonic Lodge #249 in Ames. He was active in his local community organizing a fly in breakfast, working on the Lucas County Tourism Board, and currently serving on the Chariton School Board. He was witty, loyal, trustworthy, a great husband, father, son, and friend.

Preceding David in death was his father Robert McGlothlen; step dad Henry "Bob" Roelofsen; and grandmother Lottie Sayre. He will be missed by his wife of 24 years Hope Ann McGlothlen; his mother Betty Roelofsen; step sister Norma (Dave) Bappe; sister Nancy (Ron) Cherkas; daughter Megan Jean McGlothlen; son David (Lisa) McGlothlen; grandchildren A.J. and Grace McGlothlen; and many other friends and family.

Tributes

Dave Russell wrote on Jan 22, 2010:

"Hope,Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave Russell & The staff from Crest Services."

Susie Gibbs wrote on Jan 22, 2010:

"Hope, I was so sorry when I heard about Dave. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers. I really wished I had known who he was when I was taking care of him in ER so we could have talked about it. I was so surprised when Patricia emailed me that Dick's nephew had passed away and come to find out it was someone I had been taking care of in ER. My sympathies to you and your family. Susie Gibbs Susie Gibbs"

Jerry Johnson wrote on Jan 19, 2010:

"Will miss Dave very much. Have known family for many years as they lived across the street from us. We will never forget all the help you gave with Ed in Alaska. Keep in touch Jerry and Darlene Johnson"

Mark Lunde wrote on Jan 18, 2010:

"David and I were in the same Cub Scouts pack in the early 1950s in Ames. And we lived just down the street from each other. I enjoyed knowing David in those early years, and it was very interesting to read about his event-packed life as an adult. My condolences to his mom, and his sister Nan and brother-in-law Ron, whom I met through business relationships in Des Moines. Mark Lunde"

STEVEN MCDONALD wrote on Jan 18, 2010:

"SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DAVE'S PASSING...HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE IN HIGH SCHOOL...VERY NICE TO HEAR OF ALL HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS & FULL LIFE....GOD COMFORT & BLESS YOU ALL"

Susan Myers wrote on Jan 15, 2010:

"Hope and Megan, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know this time is hard, and I want you to know that I loved my uncle very much, and I have great memories from childhood. He was fun-loving and always wanted the best for both of you. With all my condolences, -Susan"

TRENNA BROWN wrote on Jan 14, 2010:

"HOPE, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. TRENNA BROWN"

TRENNA BROWN wrote on Jan 14, 2010:

"HOPE, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. TRENNA BROWN"

Patrick Wehner wrote on Jan 14, 2010:

"Hey Grandma Hope its Patrick I'm sorry to hear about Grandpa Dave an i really wanted to come out for Christmas but unfortunatley my wife Kim an our son Cameron couldnt make it we send our blessings an if there is anything we can do let us know we hope to see you soon"

Pierschbacher Funeral Home wrote on Jan 14, 2010:

"Hope I just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you and that my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Take Care Shannon James"