DAVID K. HOLEN

David K. Holen, 74, passed away Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, following a short illness.

David was born June 1, 1952, in Whitehall, WI, to Adeline Holen . He grew up in the Northfield and York area.

  August 21, 1971, David married Jeanne Jacobson. Together, they shared 55 years of marriage and raised their family.

David is survived by his wife, Jeanne; his children, Jason (Jamie) Holen and Karla (Jason) Morey; grandchildren Lydia (David) Holen, Aiden (Olivia) Holen, Keilyn (Ryan), Flynn (Julia), Lennon Holen, and Amira Morey; great-granddaughter, Eira; and sister, Patricia Peterson of Leon.

He was preceded in death by his son, Travis Lee, and his mother, Adeline Holen.

David was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge in Black River Falls and Merrillan, serving as Worshipful Master for several years. He managed a feed mill for more than 30 years and worked as a commodity broker for 14 years. He also served on the Town of Curran Board and the Jackson County Board.

David enjoyed visiting with others, sharing stories, hunting, classic music, and Westerns. Known for his stubborn streak, humor, and gift for conversation, he was truly one of a kind and will not soon be forgotten.

He lived by his own rules, loved his people, and always had a story to tell.

A celebration of David’s life will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m. at Garden Valley Gatherings in Alma Center, WI. Family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and celebrate his life.

Jensen-Modjeski Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.