David Lyle Rachuy

On August 8, 2016, David Lyle Rachuy was called home after a short illness. David was born on September 3, 1967 in Waterloo, IA to Shirley and Lyle Rachuy. In 1972, he moved with his family to Storm Lake, IA where he graduated from Storm Lake High School in 1985 and later from Vatterott College with a degree in computer Aided Drafting. He worked for Windsor Windows and Doors, and most recently with Casey’s General Stores in Ankeny, IA.

David was very passionate for the game of slow pitch softball, where he was both a player and manager and looked forward to competing in the Iowa Games each and every year. David also enjoyed watching Nascar and was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and New Orleans Saints. David enjoyed working with his hands and was the handyman for both family and friends. Foremost, David was a devoted husband and father, and a friend to everyone he met.

He is survived by his wife, Cathyrn; sons, Dakota and Trevor; daughter, Margret; mother, Shirley; brother, Scott (Kathy); sister, Karla Bond; and many friends and relatives. David was preceded in death by his father, Lyle; and his sister, Sandra.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 12, 2016 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, August 13 at 10:30 a.m. at The Basilica of St. John, 1915 University Ave. in Des Moines. Burial will be at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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