David Mansfield Wassmer, age 54, of Overland Park, Ks left his earthly life peacefully in the early hours of October 11, 2016 at his home surrounded by family after a courageous 5 month battle with cancer.
David was born May 15, 1962 in Ottawa, KS. He was the fourth of five children born to Larry & Joyce Wassmer. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Ottawa until the family moved to Paola, KS in 1973. He was a 1980 graduate of Paola High School where he excelled in football and track and still holds several school records. His letter jacket could not hold all the medals he earned.
He was married to Cyndi Mower on May 16, 1981 and they celebrated their 35th Anniversary this past May. David served in the US Air Force from 1982 to 1986. He worked at the FAA for 30 years.
David was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing with family and friends often. He was a faithful follower of Christ in his Catholic faith and he cherished time with family.
David was preceded in death by his father, Larry, father-in-law George Mower and nephew Josh Wassmer. Survivors include his mother, Joyce; wife Cyndi; daughter Deirra (Dan) Quinn & Grandson Daxton; son Skyler (Kami) Wassmer. Dave’s second grandson will be born to Skyler and Kami arriving November 2016, Zander Emmanuel David Wassmer. He also leaves 2 brothers, Paul Wassmer & Mark (Spica) Wassmer; 2 sisters, Kathy Healey & Mary (Mark) Kettler as well as numerous nieces, nephews & cousins.
A celebration of life will be held at St Joseph Church, 11311 Johnson Drive, Shawnee on Saturday, October 15, 2016. Visitation/Rosary 9:30-10:30 am with Mass to follow. Burial is immediately following the Mass at Mt Calvary Cemetery in Ottawa, KS.
Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Community Hospice 9720 West 87th Street, Overland Park, KS 66212.
Dave was one of a kind. He will be truly missed at the office. My deepest sympathy to Cyndi and all who knew and loved him.
I will not be able to attend due to work requirement but wish my deepest sympathies and regards to the entire wassmer family
Cindi & Family,
Our hearts are so saddened & our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave was so very special & if one knew him, one loved him. Thank you for sharing your husband & father with all of us. Words cannot convey how much love, sympathy, & prayers we send your way. With Deepest Sympathy, Ron & Barb
I have only known Dave for a short period of time, but I will always remember some of the conversations we had about life and religion. My sympathy goes out to his wife and family. I am sorry for your loss.
Dave will be greatly missed by his friends. All of the long telephone conversations and the surprise visits from him. Dave loved to talk and Gregg will be lost without him and their telephone banter. Smile down on us Dave, we will never forget you.
Cyndi my heart goes out to you as I’m sure a piece of your heart is taking step away but closer to God. I pray for peace and I see Skyler and Kami’s son will take David’s name.
Thank you Diane I appreciate your kind words and he was one-of-a-kind.
Thank you Richard .
Thank you so much Barb, he truly loved your family.
Give Ron a big hug from Dave I know he’s probably having a hard time losing his dear friend.
Stay in touch love you.
Thank you
Thank you James
Dave loved you guys , he was so blessed to have had a friend like Greg for so long. People are not blessed with that close of a friendship very often in life. Please stay in touch it makes me still feel connected to Dave through his friends memories.
Thank you Sherry it’s truly amazing how God does not give you more than what you can handle.
He knew that I would need that baby to fill the void.
What a blessing that he will have Dave’s name.
David even selected the spelling of Zander in his last few weeks Z or X Dave said Z .