David Kenneth Sather

David Sather, 62, of Pelican Rapids, died unexpectedly but peacefully at home on February 1, 2026. Funeral services will be held at Grove Lake Lutheran Church on Saturday, February 21 at 2 p.m., with visitation at the church from 1 to 2 p.m. Family and friends are invited to gather afterward at the VFW starting at 5 p.m.

David was born December 23, 1963, the fourth of five children to Kenneth and Donna Mae Sather. He graduated from Pelican Rapids High School in 1982 and studied electronics at Wadena Vocational Technical College. After living in California for a few years, he returned to Minnesota and worked for companies including Gould Electronics, Boeing, L-1 Identity Solutions, West Central Turkey’s, and most recently JLL Incorporated in Fargo, North Dakota.

On April 26, 1997, David married Jennifer Lynnes, and together they raised two children in the Twin Cities. Known for his quick wit, infectious laughter, and kindness, David loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, small engine repair, and cooking, especially his ribs and chicken wings. Deer hunting was his greatest passion, and he cherished the outdoors.

Survivors include his wife, Jennifer; son Ryan (Maria); daughter Alyssa; granddaughter Gianna; sisters Mary (Mike) Stoltman, Julie (Lee) Livdahl, Elaine (Earl) Ehalt, and Diane Sather; mother-in-law Kathryn Lynnes; brothers-in-law Jene (Kathy), Jere (Cherie), Jason (Kristen), Jared (Niki), Josh, and Jeremy (Reanna); aunt JoAnn Johnson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and father-in-law Jerald Lynnes.

Blessed be the memory of David Sather.