David E. Heyden, 75, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, at Froedtert South – Kenosha Hospital Campus.

Born in Kenosha on Aug. 20, 1943, he was the son of Elmer and Bernice (Pawlowski) Heyden. David was a 1961 graduate of St. Joseph High School.

On Sept. 11, 1965, he was united in marriage to Marianne Hartnell. They were blessed with three wonderful children. Their union was later dissolved.

He honorably served in the Army Reserves.

David was employed with Wisconsin Bell/Ameritech for 32 years until his retirement. After retiring, he was employed part time with Southport Lumber Company.

He loved the great outdoors and enjoyed the beauty and solitude of fishing in Door County. In his younger years, David was also an avid bowler and softball player.

David is survived by his children, Patti (Tom) Slaasted, Jeanie (Dave) Hapanowicz and Dan (Rhonda) Heyden; his longtime friend and brother-in-law, Joe Borden; and his grandchildren, Jason (Sarah Howe) Slaasted, Justin (Julie) Slaasted, Shari (Patrick) Gilchrist, Patty (Steve) Grant, Lesley (Mike) VanLinn, Caden Hapanowicz, Jacob Heyden and Tessa Heyden.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Linda Heyden.