David William Macken, 89, of Rochester, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2014.

The son of James Joseph and Mary Lillian Macken, Dave was a lifelong resident of Rochester. On Oct. 1, 1949, Dave married Mildred "Midge" Bernard, who preceded him in death on July 24, 2012. Dave was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 37 years, retiring in 1980.

An avid golfer and gardener, Dave tended God's gifts, including his wife and eight children, with love and care. Sincere and fun loving, Dave relished the innocence of his children and grandchildren and delighted in sharing their discoveries and adventures. Many of these explorations involved Dave's deep appreciation for the wonders of nature. Drawing strength and comfort from his Catholic faith, he was a founding and active member of Saint Pius X parish. A dedicated and enthusiastic sports fan, Dave possessed a marvelous memory for sports facts and trivia.

Dave is survived by his sister, Eileen (Jim) Mengis; his children, Kathleen (Michael) West, Renee (Paul) Riede, Kevin (Vicki) Macken, Therese (Walter) Elish, Angela Macken, Julie Macken, Kristine Macken and Michelle (Christopher) Fleury; and his grandchildren, Jonathon and Jared West, Danielle, Hans and Mikhaila Riede, Anne and Paul Elish, and Timothy and Elizabeth Fleury. Two great-granddaughters, Lucia Caluseriu and Hailey Riede, also survive him.

Dave was preceded in death by his brothers, James, Francis, Robert and Ralph.

His funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Paul Nelson at St. Pius X Catholic Church on Saturday, Dec. 27, at 10:30 a.m.

Visitation will be held at the River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home Friday, Dec. 26, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Rochester.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Dorothy Day House, 703 First Street SW, Rochester, MN  55902; or Saint Pius X Catholic Church, 1315 12th Ave. NW, Rochester MN 55901.