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David W. Gurwell
David W. Gurwell
Iowa City
Holding his wife’s hand, David W. Gurwell, 71, of Iowa City, passed away into The Great Unknown on Oct. 29, 2023. His passing followed 15 months of living life as fully as he could while being treated for brain cancer.
A Service of Remembrance will be held 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, at the Terry Trueblood Pavilion, 579 McCollister Blvd,. Iowa City, Iowa. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m.
David is survived by Adelaide, his wife of 50 years; his two much-loved children, Noland (Jessica) Gurwell of Cedar Rapids and Leandra (David) Thompson of Kansas City; and his beloved grandchildren, Thais, Penelope and Lian Thompson and Grayson, Mira and Grant Gurwell.
He is also survived by his three brothers, John, Jay and Dana of Des Moines; and several dear nieces and nephews. Additionally, David is survived by his “little brother” of many years, Rich Redfern of Iowa City.
The complete obituary and online condolences at www.lensingfuneral.com
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