David Mark Wingert passed away on September 26,2024 at Olathe Hospice House. He was born to Clarence & Donna (Johnson) Wingert on December 12, 1955 in Lawrence, KS. He was the eldest child and big brother to Patti (Wingert) Konop and Rhonda (Wingert) Thomsen.
David attended Lawrence Public Schools until joining the United States Army at the age of 18. He entered active-duty July 1973 and was stationed at Ft. Sill, OK until his honorable discharge July 1976. After serving in the Army, David was employed at FMC as well as Farmland/COOP for most of his career.
David wasn’t a soul to be tied down in any one place. He most enjoyed living in his 5th wheel camping trailer, moving from various local lakes—most recently Pomona Lake, where our family camped most often when we were kids.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence & Donna, his sister Patti and his soulmate in life, Pam Durazo.
He is survived by his sister Rhonda (Mark) Thomsen, son Daniel (Cassidy) Wohler and grandson Merritt; son Michael Wingert; nephew Cole Brockman–son of Rhonda, niece Kate (Sabrina) Austain-Ragland–daughter of Patti, “Papa’s Girl” Raylin, great-niece of Pam Durazo, as well as surviving aunts, uncles and many cousin’s that he so enjoyed visiting with whenever possible.
Visitation to be held at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home on Thursday, October 3rd from 7:00p-8:00p. Funeral services at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home on Friday, October 4 at 1:00pm. Burial with Military Honors to follow at Washington Creek Cemetery. A Celebration of Life dinner after the burial will be at 4:00pm at “Dad” Perry Park off 6th & Monterey in Lawrence, KS.
Memorial donations may be made to The Disabled American Veterans or to Olathe Hospice House.
Livestreaming of the service will be at
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Rhonda & Families-Sorry to hear of the passing of David. It’s always difficult to lose a sibling. Keeping All in my Prayers.
Rhonda, you’ll be in our thoughts and prayers as you say good-bye to David. Stay strong, you have many around you to hold on to. Sending hugs.
Rhonda, So sorry to hear about David. During this difficult time I hope faith, family and friends bring you peace. Please know, I’m thinking about you.
So sorry to hear about David! I grew up with David, but hadn’t seen him in years! Thoughts and prayers to the Wingert family!
So sorry for your loss Rhonda! Dave and I were always close! We worked together at FMC for a number of years! Took a vacation together to Alcapolco, MX and had a blast! Camped in our RV’s at Clinton State Park! I will miss our visits!! RIP Dave, & Thank You For Your Military Service!!
I was so sorry to hear about David’s passing. David & I had so many fun times growing up together as cousins! He left us far too early. Please know that I am thinking of you Rhonda, during these difficult days. I know that you will miss your brother!