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David Andrew Jessen

August 16, 1954 - September 13, 2010

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Posted by:
Dolores Palmer

Dear St. John's friends and extended family, I do hope to make it up for the memorial service, Lord willing and the creek don't rise. In any case, Dave is now in peace with Neva, Harry, and oh, so many others. What a wonderful choir they must have! Love to all. Dolores, aka: Whitey

Posted by:
Carl, Leigh, Trent & Luke Calfee

Dave, we will miss you:-) Dave was always a kind, caring person, and our family was blessed to know him:-)

Posted by:
Nicole Martin

i remember mr j as one of my most favorite band teachers!! he was a great person who will be greatly missed!! my thoughts and prayers go out to mr j and all his friends and family!!

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Pam Emons

I remeber Dave as a great co-worker and friend when we worked together at Norman's IGA. My husband, Wes, and I would visit with him when we got gas and lottery tickets at Casey's. He will be greatly missed but know he is in a better place and is at peace.

Posted by:
Lyle and Leah Babcock

So sorry to hear about David. Lyle and Dave worked together at Stehliks for many years and they became good friends. We enjoyed visiting with him at Casey's when we were in Nebraska City. Our prayers go out to his family

Posted by:
Belva Steiner

So Sorry to hear about Dave. He was always such a friendly guy--whether at Norman's IGA or Casey's. Will miss visiting with him.

Posted by:
Tom Dammast

I was sadden the passing of Dave. He was a wonderful person.I enjoyed working with Dave when I worked at Normans. I will miss you Dave.

Posted by:
Judy Rowe

I was so sorry to learn of David's passing....he not only was a former customer, but also a friend. I'll always remember his constant smile.

Posted by:
Karen Sheldon

I always felt a "kinship" with Dave, sharing the Des Moines background, and later Rose Glen connection. Dave always brightened one's day with his booming hello's. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

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The Sloop family

So sorry to hear about Dave. Talked to him a couple weeks ago and altho he was not in the greatest health, we enjoyed talking about the good ole days at Hamburg. BEST WISHES TO THE FAMILY

Posted by:
Linda White

I worked with Dave for many years when he was the elementary music teacher at Hamburg. One of my favorite memories is the Halloween that he dressed as a duck and our kindergarten teacher was a hunter. They put on quite a funny scene. Keith L. Tunnell I'm sure he will be remembered by his former students, his friends, and family as I remember him a gentle, kind, and caring person.

Posted by:
Lori Bennett

this man was truly a genuine person, always a smile on that angelic face, we had been praying for his recovery and know now of his peace in heaven.

Posted by:
Rawn & Randy

Dave was such a great friend to my father, Dale Kemper. He also gave piano lessons to my daughters when they were younger. I know he will be directing and singing in an awesome choir. What a special, kind and caring man he was. He so gave of himself to others and the Lord. Bless you Dave, you are now at peace.

Posted by:
Kate Kingery

What great memories we all have of our elementry band years with Mr. Jessen. The last week, we've been sharing memories on line. Before every class, he always sang "whose name is" and personalized it to each of us. My middle name being June, it was always "whose name is kate kathleen june july august"! That has always kind of stuck with me. He was kind man, a good teacher and he left us with great memories. God Bless. Kate

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Lyle & Alice Hodde

It is with such fond memories we think of Dave. Dave and I began teaching at Hamburg the same year. He was also our daughters' bus driver...what a great guy. Whenever we saw Dave, he would ask about the girls! Loved his booming hello and happy attitude!

Posted by:
Robert Agnew

I worked with Dave when he became the music teacher in Hamburg. He was a great guy who worked hard with the band kids. I will nvewr forget his laugh.

Posted by:
Kelly Jones

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Jessen. We have so many fond memories of music class. He would be so happy to know that many of the songs he taught us, we are now sharing with our children! May he rest in peace.

Posted by:
Mary (Tomlinson) Morlan

I grew up with Dave in the same neighborhood -- went to the same elementary, junior high and high school. I am saddened to hear about his passing and wish to extend my sympathy to his family and friends.

Posted by:
Mary Kay Walter

I am deeply saddened by Dave's passing. I will miss his deep voice in the choir. He was very passionate about his choir and always selected beautiful music. The angel choir is rejoicing.

Posted by:
Gayle Meek

Dave was such a kind soul. Always so friendly & helpful. Many thoughts & prayers go out to his family & friends.

Posted by:
Amy Herron

I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Jessen was my teacher through out elementary and high school. He made quite the impact on my life. I remember little songs we sang in his music class and I now sing them in my pre-k class. I remember him being very happy and would never admit that he wasn't feeling well. I too am a member of St John's and it just won't seem right anymore seeing him direct the choir or hearing his smooth bass voice. My deepest sympathies.