David J. Ulmer - Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel

June 6, 1951 - October 13, 2024


David J. Ulmer age 73 of Richfield, died on October 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Valma; siblings, Tom, Carol, Jerry, Ron; nephew, Kevin; niece, Sharon. Survived by his wife, Julie; daughters, Tina (Derek) Lorenzen, Cheryl (Chris) Heimer; grandchildren, Mitchell, Cara, Ashley and Annabelle; sister, Patricia (Bruce) Allen; nieces, nephews and many other family and friends.

Dave grew up in Minneapolis attending DeLaSalle High School. He was employed by Northern States Power company for 10 years before starting his own autobody business-World Wide Autobody for 25 years. After retiring from the autobody repair business he was employed by Little Dearborn Antique Ford auto parts.
Dave loved building his classic cars and was a member of MSRA. He enjoyed golf and attended many of his grandchildren's sporting events.
Dave will be remembered for his colorful personality with a quick sarcastic sense of humor. Behind his rough exterior, he had a heart of gold. He lived life his own way but his family was his world. He will be missed dearly by so many.

His spirit now lives on through those lives he touched.

Memorials may be directed to donor's choice.




6 Comments

  1. Jeff Grates says:

    Rest in peace my good friend. Thanks for all you did for me and being my friend. Will miss you.

  2. DAVE BJERKE says:

    Our traditional parking spot at Back To The 50’s will never be the same after all these years. You will always be the first thing we think of when we pull up to that spot with our yellow coupe. Thank You Dave for just being you.

  3. Ted Gwinn says:

    Hey Dave. Lots of memories – all good ones too! I remember coaching basketball together with you when Cheryl and my daughter (Annie) were young and first starting basketball. You were a good man and I always looked up to you. I know all your family very well and my prayers go out to them. RIP Dave.

  4. Ted Gwinn says:

    Hey Dave. Lots of memories – all good ones too! I remember coaching basketball together with you when Cheryl and my daughter (Annie) were young and first starting basketball. You were a good man and I always looked up to you. I know all your family very well and my prayers go out to them. RIP Dave.

  5. Alan Byrd says:

    I worked with Dave for several years in the Richfield Girls Basketball program. Dave was always willing to lend a hand. If there was work to be done Dave was there. For a number of years Dave I kept score and time at the Girls Basketball game. I have never laughed so hard. Rest in peace my friend. You were one of a kind and will be missed.

  6. Brad & Janice Buffie says:

    Janice and I will miss you, Dave. I know we’ll keep your memory alive by sharing stories of your colorful life. Sleep well and peaceful Buddy!

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