Cahalan, David Patrick

David Patrick Cahalan, 57, of Mesa, Ariz., died March 9, 2011, at Banner Gardens Hospice facility in Mesa. Services will be 10 a.m. March 17 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 1551 E. Dana Ave., Mesa, AZ 85204, with Father Steven A. Kunkel officiating.

Survivors include his wife, Theresa; parents, Albert and Mary Frances Cahalan; children, Andrew and Jamie; brother, Bill; sister, Maureen; and many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother, John.

Dave was born in Cedar Rapids and grew up in Des Moines.

Dave was such a wonderful man, husband, father, brother, and son. He was born with a kind and gentle heart but with iron steel wit. He had a wonderful work ethic and was dedicated to providing for his family.

He was diagnosed with lung cancer, which he fought courageously over the last eight months. Everyone who met him said he was humble and a joy to be around.

He will be missed dearly by his wife of 32 years. Dave was her best buddy and her “MOL” (man of leisure). We all know he will guide us and give us strength through this tough time.

He enjoyed the Arizona Cardinals, camping, being a silly Papa, softball, being thoughtful, exercising his wit on unsuspecting people, and playing practical jokes.

Thank you to Banner Gardens Hospice. It was a truly inspirational way to end life.