Remembering Dave Svenson
Today and tomorrow are the visitation and funeral for David W. Svenson, Gary's brother. You may learn more about his beautiful life here: https://www.fjelstul.com/obituary/david-svenson Dave leaves behind a legacy of love and unconditional friendship that encompasses his wonderful children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well s a legacy of service via Sverre Svenson & Sons Construction, the Decorah Fire Department and much more. Among the many wonderful stories about the four Svenson boys, Carl, Dave and Gary credited a trip with their father Sverre to the Luther College campus to help with cleanup after the second Main Building burned to the ground on on May 31, 1942 as being part of their inspiration to join the fire service. Collectively, Carl, Dave and Gary Svenson devoted more than 100 years to the Iowa fire service, mostly in Decorah, with Carl also serving as an investigative fire marshal for the State of Iowa. We raise a glass to you, dear Dave! A wise f