David Zeltinger, 61, Glenburn, ND, died Wednesday, April 10, 2019 in the Garrison Hospital.

David was born December 19, 1957 in Mohall, North Dakota the son of John and Agnes (Volk) Zeltinger. He was raised and educated in Glenburn and graduated from Glenburn High School in 1976. He worked locally for Bob Rumple at his repair shop, and many years for Westlie Truck Center. In the mid-eighties he owned and operated, with his brother Tim, a Sinclair station in Glenburn, North Dakota. In the early nineties he moved his family to Iowa and was employed by Hunter Engineering, and later C.J. Moyna and Sons Construction.

He furthered his education studying mechanical engineering at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, IA and later at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA. After his education he was employed by A&M Design working on many projects for John Deere.

He returned home to Glenburn, North Dakota where he was contract employed by several local companies.

He was once married to Karen Lirette. From this union, four sons were born.

David enjoyed cooking, fishing, and tinkering on vehicles. He especially enjoyed spending time with friends and family. His home was always open for big Holiday meals, feeding anyone in the area that did not have a place to go.

His loving family includes, sons, Keenan (Jackie) Zeltinger of Newtown, ND, Kaleb Zeltinger, Williston, Kody Zeltinger, Williston and Kasey (Karissa) Zeltinger, Minot; 3 grandchildren to include: Ali, Isla and Layna; siblings, Rae Jeanne Zeltinger, Kenmare, Donna (Eugene) Jimmerson, Valdosta, Ga, Loretta Bennett, Las Cruces, NM, Janice (Andy) Ash, Marion, KS, Linda (Harley) Hagen, Woodbury, MN, Nancy (John) McQueen, Mill Creek, WA and Tim (Donna) Zeltinger, Glenburn, ND; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.

David was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, Roy Avery, brother, Raymond and nephews, James Wink and Johnny Jimmerson, and grandson Derrick Zeltinger.

Public Gathering: At the request of family, there will not be a viewing or formal service, however family and friends may gather on Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot. A service will follow.

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