In Memory of David Charles Maples

David was born on the farm on December 1^st, 1918 in Odebolt, IA to David and Martha (Schnuckel) Maples. His mother passed away 3 days later due to complications of childbirth. David was then taken in by his Aunt Ida Mauer and Uncle Fred Schnuckel. He graduated from Odebolt High School. David (PFC) served for 2 years during WWII in the Unites States Army as a Heavy truck driver in the Aleutian Islands. He received an Asiatic Pacific Theater medal with 1 Bronze Star and a Good Conduct medal. Following his discharge from the Army, he went to school in Lake View, IA for Agriculture.

David and Lorraine (Albers) were united in marriage on October 23^rd, 1957 in Worthington, MN. Together, they made their home on a farm east of Odebolt, IA. Lorraine brought 3 children to the marriage; Lonna age 12, Terry age 10 and Rick age 3. Together they had one child; Davett.

David farmed until his retirement. He also worked for the ASC office for many years.

His hobbies included trapping, bowling, fishing and he loved to play cards. David was a Lifetime member of VFW and the American Legion.

Left to cherish his memories are Lonna (John) Miller of Lawton, IA; Terry (Kay) Albers of Kuna ID; Rick Albers of Los Osos, CA; Davett (Dick) Riemenschneider of Pierson, IA. His grandchildren are Tracy (Jeff) Kunkel of Lawton, IA; Ryan (Angela) Albers of Nampa, ID; Tiffany (Brad) Schultzen of Bronson, IA; Kim Albers of Ventura CA; Nicole Benson of Rock Valley, IA; Rebecca (Chad) Parr of Kuna, ID; Denett (Josh) Ruring of Kingsley, IA; Shane (Amy) Miller of Lawton, IA and Joshua Albers of Kuna, ID. David is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren.

David was preceded in death by his parents; ex-wife Lorraine; cousins Marvin Mauer and Helen Oxendale.

The family wishes to express their appreciation and say “Thank You” to Denett & Josh Ruring, Doris Ruring and family for taking such great care of our Dad and Grandpa.