David Dean Halverson

David Dean Halverson was born January 3, 1941, in Scribner, Nebraska to Leonard and Irene (Wellman) Halverson. Dave graduated from Valley High School in Valley, Nebraska in 1959. Growing up in Valley, Dave developed a lifelong love for hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He also learned to play the drums and spent many years playing drums and/or singing in local bands. Dave married Linda Morgan on July 16, 1961, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkhorn, Nebraska, and they remained members there for many years. The couple was blessed with two children, Amy and Scott, and raised their family in Valley. Linda preceded Dave in death in November 2023. Dave spent his career as a machine operator for Western Electric. Following his retirement, he worked at Tiburon Golf Course in Omaha. He coached Scott and his friends from 9-year-old baseball, all the way through American Legion ball in high school. Dave was a positive influence on his players and stayed close to a number of Scott’s friends. Dave was a fun, funny, fun-loving and compassionate man. He was a tough guy, but he had a big heart and loved nothing more than caring for and serving others. He exemplified that with his service to his church, and being active in the church’s prison ministry. Dave loved to stay active, too. If he wasn’t fishing, hunting, or golfing, he could be found working out at the gym or going for a run; maybe even training for a 10K or half marathon. Dave will be remembered for his love of his family, his heart of service, and his commitment to others. Dave passed away at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the age of 83 years, 9 months and 28 days. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda, parents Leonard & Irene, brother Gary, and son-in-law William Petersen. Dave is survived by his daughter Amy Petersen of Valley, son Scott and wife Jill Halverson of Red Oak, IA, and 3 grandchildren, Andrew Tilley, William Halverson, and Anna Halverson. Funeral service 10:30 AM Wednesday at Bethany Lutheran Church, Elkhorn with visitation from 10-10:30 before the service. Interment at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Elkhorn. Memorials to the church.

David Dean Halverson

January 3, 1941 - October 31, 2024