Obituary of David L. Wildman

David L. “Dave” Wildman, age 72, lifelong rural Iowa City area farmer died Saturday, August 10, 2019, at his home.

His request was to die on the farm where he was born, this was possible because of his family and Iowa City Hospice.  He simply wanted to be cremated with no fanfare, no fuss.  If you wish to do something in his memory, consider a donation to Iowa City Hospice.  If you would like to share a thought, memory or condolence with his family please visit the funeral home website @ www.gayandciha.com.

Dave was born on the family farm between Morse and Oasis on October 30, 1946, the son of LeRoy and Dorothy (Dohrer) Wildman.  Following graduation from high school and a year in college he enlisted with the United States Navy, serving 7 years.  He returned to farm with his parents, and carry it on till his death.  Dave was their go-to guy to fix any farm machinery and the lawnmowers. To Dave, there wasn’t much more in life than his family, his farm and doing a little fishing along the way!

His family includes his siblings, Shirley Wildman, Steve Wildman, George Wildman, Mike Wildman (Joan) and Lori Bowers (Ed);  5 nieces and nephews and 8 great-nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Mary Gregory and a nephew.