David Lee Cousins

David Lee Cousins, 80, of Evansdale, passed away on August 11, 2022 at home. Dave was born on October 4, 1941 in Fayette County to Art and Thelma (Phillips) Cousins. Dave attended school through the 10th grade, leaving school to help his Mom when his Dad got sick. Dave later earned his GED in 1968.

Dave married Wanda Gage on July 2, 1960. The two moved to Waterloo that year and started life in the big city. Dave worked at John Deere from July 11, 1960 until retiring on April 30, 1993.

The two were inseparable, doing everything together, and eventually with their two kids. Dave loved his family and friends. They regularly took the family camping on weekends. They started with a pull behind trailer, graduated to a motorhome, and eventually bought a trailer on the Mississippi River in Prairie Du Chien, WI. Nearly every year the family went on a summer vacation somewhere in the country. In all instances, Dave's priority was being with family and friends, and living life to its fullest.

Dave loved fishing, boating, taking care of his yard, and was an avid woodworker. He really enjoyed spending time in his shop, making crafts and furniture that the family loves.

Dave is survived by his wife of 62 years, Wanda Cousins, of Evansdale; daughter Dawn (Todd) Even of LaPorte City, IA; son Brian (Tracey) Cousins of Castle Rock, CO; four grandchildren, Amber (Rex) Goodrich of North Liberty, IA, Emily Even of Evansdale, IA, David (Rachael) Even of Evansdale, IA and Noah Harvey of Castle Rock, CO; three great grandchildren, Brooks and Veda Goodrich of North Liberty, IA, and Liam Even of Evansdale, IA.

Dave is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Art, Carl, Bob, and Don; sister Mary Soukup; and many cherished in-laws.

Dave's family would like to thank the countless family members and friends that have been a part of his life. We would also like to thank the medical staff at Allen Hospital and UnityPoint Hospice for helping Dave put up a fight over the past several months.

Memorials may be directed to the family. Following graveside services at Garden of Memories, please join the family for a luncheon at the Evansdale AMVETS.