David L. Nessa

#ec-->Nessa4N3J02600 David Lee Nessa, age 64, of Chanhassen, MN & Naples, FL. Died unexpectedly and peacefully on April 20, 2002 at his home in Naples. He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Julianne; daughter, Kathy Norton & husband John; sons, Tom & wife Heidi and Robert & wife Christine; grandchildren, Connor & Alec Norton, Joe & Will Nessa and Elle & Natalie Nessa; mother, Agnes Nessa; brother-in-law, Jack Thomas & wife Nan; and favorite kitty, Pandy. Preceded in death by father, Arthur Nessa. Dad was a lover of animals, softball, Florida, trivia, poker, fishing & especially his family. Kids Kath, Tom & Rob will remember him with love. He will be missed by all his friends in Minnesota & Florida. Dad was co-founder and took great pride in his manufacturers rep business, Galaxy Sales, and was active in his industry for over 30 years, an Army veteran and member of many civic organizations. He was above all a devoted husband, just 2 weeks ago remarking to his friends ``I think I have the best wife in the whole world''. A spoiled and only child to his mother Agnes, age 92. Quiet and gentle these past few years, ``Bopi'' was loved by his grandchildren and was always up for a snuggle. A celebration of David's life will be held Friday, April 26 at 10 am, Mt Calvary Lutheran Church, County Rd 19, Excelsior (952-474-8893). Visitation Thurs, April 25, 4:30-7:30 pm, Huber Funeral Home, 16394 Glory Ln, Eden Prairie (952-949-4970) and 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Eden Prairie Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the Hennepin County Animal Humane Society, 845 N. Meadow Lane, Golden Valley 55422. Huber Funeral Home Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970

Published on April 21, 2002