David R. Hayden, age 74 of Durand, died Sunday, February 23, 2025 at his home in Durand.

Dave was born on August 7, 1950 in Durand. He was the son of William and Genevieve (Brunner) Hayden. Dave grew up in Durand and graduated Durand High School in 1968. After high school, Dave attended CVTC for automotive. He then worked for Pomasl Ford in Durand for several years before starting his career at the Durand Unified School District. Dave married the love of his life, Barbara Jean “Boots” Hovland on November 11, 1972 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. Dave coached boys and girls basketball at Holy Rosary Lima Schools for many successful seasons.

Dave was a proud member of the Zor Shriners Mehara Shrine Club in Eau Claire for many years and he also served for several years on the Pepin County Housing Authority. Dave enjoyed woodworking, fishing and restoring old cars. Most of all he loved spending time with family and friends.

Dave is survived by his siblings, Sue (Lyle) Lardahl; Don (Val) and Dennis (Kayleen), all of Durand, Godchildren, Nicole Hemminger; Amy Weber; Jason Hayden; Rebeca Panzer; Angela Bignell; Cassidy Lee and Nathan Seipel, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Barbara Jean and a brother, Allen in infancy.

Memorial Mass will be 11:30AM Monday, March 3, 2025 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand with Rev. Emmanuel Asamoah-Bekoe and Rev. John Zweber officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be 4:00PM-7:00PM Sunday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Lindsay Koepke March 5, 2025, at 9:10pm

   Dave was a wonderful person. My Dad was so fortunate to have Dave (and his Dad) work at the Ford Dealership. Boots and Dave hold a special place in my heart. So sorry to hear today of Dave's passing. Dean and I send deepest sympathy to all of Dave's family. Lindsay and Dean Koepke

2. Mike and Gloria Meinke March 2, 2025, at 12:35pm

   Dave was a good guy and friend
   Will be missed by all that knew him

3. Mary Schwartz March 1, 2025, at 5:15pm

   Sorry for your loss he was a great guy and well be missed but him and Boots are now together again watching over all of there family.

4. Fr. Bosco February 28, 2025, at 10:49am

   Dave is a wonderful person and the fear of Lord keeps him more to be with HIM, he did not miss the Day of Obligations in Lima Church. One day he came to me for the Sacrament of Reconciliation after many long years and i understood the Love of Christ in his life. He loves his wife so much and offered always a Mass for her. Now it's time for him to know that Dave you are remembered in the Mass always. Rest in Peace.

5. Barb[Chasteen]Schmidt February 28, 2025, at 10:05am

   My condolences to all of David's loved ones. Sounds like David had a good life and once again is reunited with his beloved wife "Boots". I also knew Boots. Grew up on the same block and remember spending time with David and Susan and remember when Dennis was born. I remember falling off the wall on 4th Ave East and getting the wind knocked out of myself. I was quickly attended to by Mr/Mrs Hayden. Also remember the countless times that your Dad would stop in front of our house on the corner of Wells and 3rd Avenue East and pick up my sister JoAnne and I for a ride to St. Marys School in the morning-especially on really really cold winter mornings. It was deeply appreciated then and remembered yet to this day. Remember one morning when I was in 8th grade that it was so cold that no one's car would start. We were forced to walk that mile in our winter gear[had to wear a skirt of course]so we wore long pants under them.As I and my girlfriend were walking up the church steps [by the Blessed Virgin's statue] our eyelashes froze shut from the frost that formed on them from holding our mittens over our faces as we exhaled. As soon as we got into the church, the frost melted and we could see.My faith is a blessing. A faith that fell on fertile ground as the proverbial mustard seed, was nurtured and tended to by the sisters/teachers and priests who taught at St Marys and continues to flourish today. I pray that faith will sustain you in the coming days as you adjust to your lives without David's physical presence.Long live his memory in the lives he touched and the difference he made in them.

6. Gary & Ruth Lukes February 27, 2025, at 12:42pm

   David was a gentle giant in every sense of the word with a belly laugh that engulfed all that were gathered around him. When life threw him medical curveballs, he did his best to knock them out of the ballpark. David's woodworking skills were legendary, and we were fortunate recipients of one of his "rocking dogs" which the little ones used over and over again (they were sturdy enough even for some of the not so little ones to play with). David was extremely helpful with projects at the Spring Valley Stagehands Theatre over the years and his plumbing skills helped us get water to locations we never thought were possible. He was even coaxed once or twice to come up on stage during our performances. His contributions to Durand and surrounding areas were so very significant and they will not be forgotten by any of us. His legacy will forever live among the many lives he touched, and his passing will leave a large void in the tapestry of Durand. We all are much better people for having David in our lives. Gary & Ruth Lukes and family.

7. marge binkowski February 26, 2025, at 6:58pm

   Sue and siblings; Very sorry for your loss. David was a year behind me at St Mary's. Marge Binkowski7

8. Darlene A Bogert February 26, 2025, at 4:36pm

   Sue, Don, Dennis and families.Please accept my warmest condolences. I'm truly sorry for your loss.

9. Teresa z Silberhorn Schultz February 26, 2025, at 3:58pm

   Dave was a wonderful person loved by everyone he touched, he will be missed. RIP Dave.

10. ED NELSON February 26, 2025, at 10:45am

    My Sympathy to family and friends

11. Patti Blount February 25, 2025, at 2:43pm

    I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. Sympathy to the family during this difficult time. He was a nice person to talk and very creative with his woodworking.

12. Steve SCHULTZ February 25, 2025, at 7:54am

    Dave was a fine and truly honorable man. We are richer for knowing him and poorer for his loss. Rest in peace my Masonic brother.

13. Jim Britton February 25, 2025, at 7:40am

    Dave was a great guy and family man! He always went out of his way when we were kids. I’ll miss his hardy laugh and his generosity!

    Matthew 25:23

    “His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!

    Appreciate the day and what we have.
    Tomorrow is unknown.

    May the road rise up to meet you.
    May the wind be always at your back.
    May the sun shine warm upon your face,
    The rains fall soft upon your fields,
    and until we meet again,
    May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
    Amen

14. Barb Gibson February 25, 2025, at 5:38am

    My Sympathy to Dave's Family. Prayers for him. A Good person has joined family.

15. Marlys Seipel February 24, 2025, at 6:32pm

    Sue and the entire Hayden family: Our deepest sympathy to all of your families . May fond memories bring you joy and peace! We are on vacation now so can’t attend his service however you are in out thoughts and prayers!

16. Joanne Hovey February 24, 2025, at 4:54pm

    Sympathy to family and friends

17. Delrita Bignell February 24, 2025, at 4:49pm

    Husband and I had the pleasure of taking David to a few appointments, very pleasant gentleman. Condolences to all the family.

18. Colleen & Tom Garnevicus February 24, 2025, at 3:04pm

    Our sympathy and prayers go out to the family! He was always so friendly!

19. Diane Knudsen February 24, 2025, at 1:45pm

    My condolences on the loss of a great guy. He will be missed.

20. Sandy Wayne February 24, 2025, at 1:25pm

    Test in Peace Dave. My condolences to the family. He is now in no more pain and with his beloved Bootsnor

21. John and Patty Wayne February 24, 2025, at 1:11pm

    Rest in peace, Dave.
    I remember him always giving me a hard time. And I enjoyed our talks.

22. Joe and Jan Drier February 24, 2025, at 12:56pm

    Sending our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to Dave’s family!!

23. Brenda Schroeder February 24, 2025, at 12:35pm

    our condolences!

24. Ed McRoberts February 24, 2025, at 12:11pm

    Condolences to Dave's family

25. Pat Frion February 24, 2025, at 11:56am

    So very sorry for your loss

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