Daniel Funeral Home & Cremation Service

David W. Easterday

February 25, 1957 – June 4, 2022

A Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville, MN for David Wayne Easterday, age 65 of Paynesville.  He died at his home on June 4, 2022.  Reverend Jill Meents of Grace United Methodist Church in Paynesville will officiate.  Visitation will be from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville.

 

David was born on February 25, 1957 and was adopted by his parents Harold W. and Marjorie (Fodness) Easterday on July 3, 1958.  He grew up in Olivia and later Paynesville, MN.  He graduated from Paynesville High School in the Class of 1975.  David then attended St. Cloud State University for a few years studying Political Science.  He then went on working many jobs throughout Minnesota. He was active all his life with the Boy Scouts of America and also earned his Eagle Scout award early in life. Scouting was his world and he worked many years up at the Boy Scout summer camps every year. His second love was politics and he worked at the Capital as a legislative assistant. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents.

 

He is survived by his sister Sue (Dick) Putzke of Paynesville; nephews Cory Deadrick and Brad Putzke, both of Paynesville. He is also survived by his biological brothers and sisters and many friends.


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Dave and I grew up knowing each other because our parents were friends in Olivia. When the Easterday’s moved to Paynesville I was there to welcome him to his new home and school. We were friends through elementary and high school until my family moved away. Dave was always there for me when we were young and we stayed in touch as adults – mostly through our parents. I’m so sorry I didn’t get to have one last laugh with him. RIP my friend.

Summers will not be the same without the pre and post BWCA visits to the farm. Dave’s big heart and williness to chip in for any chore will be missed. Love you always and forever Dave!

I met Dave Easterday for the first time this January at a meeting he called to discuss bringing the Cub Scouting program back to Paynesville. His passionate commitment to Scouting was infectious and he rallied together partners to build this program. Dave always had a good story and rose to the occasion to do good for others. I will miss working with him greatly and hope to do his memory justice through my work on this program that meant so much to him.

Dave was a great friend and we would often meet over coffee and/or lunch to discuss Scouts at Parker plus Many Point and the Order of the Arrow. He knew so much about past history and I gathered information as I could from him. My sons went to Many Point and always enjoyed being on the range with him. He was great with Scouts and always helpful. He had an eye for helping youth improve at any shooting sport, what a gift! May you enjoy the reunion with past Scouters in heaven my friend! Thanks for the memories!

So sad to hear of Davids passing. I grew up in Olivia with David as a neighbor, then reconnected in St. Cloud. We drifted apart and last saw him at his Fathers funeral. RIP David. Your spirit will be missed.

Dave and I led a Scout troop in St. Cloud, in the 70s. He was always upbeat, fun and a great role model for our Scouts. He survives in all the ripples of good he sent into the world. Rest in peace Dave.

I was so surprised to hear of Dave’s passing. What a kind,loving and warm hearted ♥️ person. He will be missed by many.

I was so surprised to hear of Dave’s passing. What a kind,loving and warm hearted ♥️ person. He will be missed by many.

Sorry to hear of David’s passing.

RIP David ! Is was great getting you know you at camp ! You will be deeply miss !

Dave and I served on the Student Senate at SCSU in the late 1970’s together. He had a deep appreciation of the political process. I always expected to see his name on an election ballot.

Thanks for all that you have done for all the scouts you have served. Peace to you.

Rest In Peace. May you continue to soar like an Eagle

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A Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville, MN for David Wayne Easterday, age 65 of Paynesville.  He died at his home on June 4, 2022.  Reverend Jill Meents of Grace United Methodist Church in Paynesville will officiate.  Visitation will be from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville.