David "Dave" Wimmer, age 88, passed away on November 3, 2026, at Kathy Hospice. 

Dave was born in Medford, Wisconsin, to Theodore "Ted" and Agnes Wimmer. He later moved to Milwaukee, where he attended Messmer High School. After high school, Dave proudly joined the United States Navy. 

Dave shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Gail (nee Gregory) Wimmer. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, and cherished memories. 

Dave worked as a medical photographer at the VA Medical Center in Wood, Wisconsin. He enjoyed traveling with his beloved wife, Gail, and together they visited many states and countries, making wonderful memories along the way. Dave also enjoyed deer hunting, photography and woodworking. 

Dave is survived by his loving wife, Gail; his daughters, Sandy and her husband, Edwin Yanke Jr.; Mary Wimmer and her husband, Steve Murphy; and Karen and her husband, Keith Reicher. 

He was a proud grandfather to AJ and Jenny, and Jenny's husband, Rafael Galindo. He was also blessed with three great-grandchildren, Noah, Madison, and Amias. 

Dave is further survived by his sister, Pat Pire; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore "Ted" and Agnes Wimmer, and 11 brothers and sisters.

Dave will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his family, relatives, and friends. His memory will live on through the many wonderful memories and adventures shared with those he loved. 

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton and Kathy Hospice in West Bend for their care, kindness, and compassion. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dave's name may be directed to Kathy Hospice in West Bend or St. Mary's Parish in West Bend. 

VISITATION: Dave's family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, December 4, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Immaculate Conception, 415 Roosevelt Drive, West Bend, WI 53090. 

SERVICE: A Memorial Mass at St. Mary’s will follow at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Dave’s arrangements. For additional information or to leave an online condolence on the tribute wall, please visit www.myrhum-patten.com.