David James Plante

David James Plante, 70, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, passed away on November 30, 2024, at his home after battling cancer. David was a beloved father, grandfather, and community member. He was predeceased by his wife Laurie, father, John Thomas Plante, mother, Josephine (Wolfe) Plante. David is survived by his son Casey (Megan) and daughter Katherine (Adam), along with five grandchildren: Asher (12) Esme (9), Annastasia (17), Sebastian (8), Rosalie (4). Siblings; John (Lynda) Plante, Joseph (Jill) Plante, Mary (Mike) Carhill. As well as many nieces and nephews and extended family. David graduated from Park Center High school in 1972. Dave met the love of his life, Laurie Jean Columbus, in high school and they were married in 1975. To support his family Dave became a floor installer. He worked as a floor installer for 35 years as well as any side job in construction or wood working that came up. His love for building with wood was prevalent throughout his life as he custom made many items for his home and family. He was the handy man who could fix and create anything. His talent was a hidden treasure that emulated beauty in each project. Dave enjoyed gardening and produced a plentiful harvest for many years from his backyard gardens. Dave and Laurie spent many years putting up ample jars of green beans, salsa, spaghetti sauce, and pickles, and stocking the cellar with potatoes, carrots and squash for the long winter ahead. His green thumb was recognized by the beautiful flower gardens around his house. Dave retired in 2011 at the age of 57. He then took up golf and bowling to keep himself busy and active. He golfed on two leagues as well as two bowling leagues. He also spent many years on a trap league with his fellow coworkers, brother-in-law, nephews and his daughter Katie who joined the trap league for a few years when he gifted her a shot gun for her 25th birthday. Prior to the passing of his wife, Dave and Laurie enjoyed visiting the north shore, hiking and exploring Lake Superior. They even made a trip to the boundary waters and portaged their canoe on their shoulders for a day trip. They loved the woods and enjoyed God's beautiful creation in the silence of nature. Dave loved to sing. He auditioned for the group Two Rivers Chorale and had been a member for over 20 years. Dave also sang in the church choir for well over 40 years! He was a tenor and frequently sang cantor for mass. Casey and Asher, accomplished violinists, would often accompany Dave at mass. Dave also served on many boards and volunteer positions at St. Stephen's church throughout the years supporting the charity work of the church. He was a Knight of Columbus, serving as the head volunteer for Coats for Kids for many years. Dave's pride and joy were his grandchildren. There was not a baseball game, horse show, school program, dance recital, or grandparent's day that was missed. He delighted in their lives and enjoyed spending quality time with his children and their families. He was frequently holding or playing circus with the grandkids tossing them in the air or bouncing them on his leg playing horse. His presence in their lives will be greatly missed. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 10, at 11AM with visitation one hour prior at St. Stephens Catholic Church, 525 Jackson St., Anoka. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Catholic Medical Mission Board (cmmb.org).

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David James Plante

May 13, 1954 - November 30, 2024

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David James Plante

May 13, 1954 - November 30, 2024

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