David Matthew Van Horn Sr., 48, of Miles, Iowa passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Honoring his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded with a celebration of his life taking place from 2 pm to 4 pm on Saturday, December 18 at Lemke Funeral Homes – South Chapel; honoring his love of the outdoors, please dress casually. Burial takes place at a later date. Lemke Funeral Homes assisted the family with arrangements.
David was born July 30, 1973 in Clinton, Iowa the son of David and Shelba (Rieck) Van Horn. He was a 1992 graduate of North East High School.
David was united in marriage to Peggy Hass on February 25, 1993 in Clinton, Iowa – together 28 years.
David followed his boyhood dream and became an over-the-road truck driver.
From a very early age, David loved being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was a very social person who loved spending time with family and friends. Above all, he loved his family very much and will be sadly missed.
David is survived by his parents – David and Shelba Van Horn of Charlotte, IA his wife – Peggy of Miles, IA; three sons – David Jr. (Samantha Hartz) Van Horn of Spragueville, IA, Ben (Elizabeth) Cram of Woodruff, SC and Jacob Cram of Spragueville, IA; two daughters – Bonnie (Roan) D’Souza of Bellevue, IA and Alicia Grimm of Andover, IA; fourteen grandchildren - Mason, Hayden, Angeline, Sophia, Victoria, Michelle, Hunter, Logan, Lia, Grace, Roslyn, Willow, Jason and Marliegh; one sister – Tina (Floyd) Marx of Goose Lake, IA; two nephews – Taylor (Emily) Bartles of Charlotte, IA and Tad Bartles of Goose Lake with many cousins and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents – Robert and Gertrude Van Horn and one Aunt – Gloria Hamilton.
Memorials made can be directed to the family.