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Dave Adland, 74 of Marshalltown, passed at UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown September 29, 2026.
Dave was born November 14, 1951 to Dick and Colleen (Melton) Adland. He graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1970 and attended Marshalltown Community College before moving onto The University of Northern Iowa, graduating with a Bachelor's of Education degree. On September 23, 1978 he was married to Judy Boone on the front lawn of his parent's home on Clinton Street.
Dave was a lifelong resident of Marshalltown and took pride in his community. He was a true Marshalltown Bobcat through and through--a loyal and proud supporter of Bobcat Athletics. He loved cheering on the Bobcats and rarely missed an opportunity to support the athletes and teams he was so proud of. He was a referee and umpire for many years, in addition to playing on several slowpitch teams. Dave was also a member of the Matins Kiwanis club.
Dave began his working career selling insurance for Northwestern Mutual, then moved into restaurant management at both Pizza Hut in Stuart, Florida followed by Happy Joe's in Marshalltown. He then worked for Western Manufacturing until joining Adland Engraving & Screen Print Company, which he owned and operated with his wife Judy until his passing. Dave proudly drove a school bus for over 30 years for the Marshalltown Community School District.
He is survived by his wife Judy, daughter Bianca (Ryan) Bennett, son Nick Adland and grandsons Grant, Sam and Joe Greazel. Dave also leaves behind sister Susan Bakken (Centennial, CO), brother Jim (Kime) of Council Bluffs, brother Bret (Brenda) of Thompson, IL and sisters-in-law Lynn of Rockford, IL and Ann Boone of Marshalltown, in addition to many nieces and nephews.
Dave is preceded in death by his parents Dick and Colleen, in-laws Tony and Eva Boone, brother Tom Adland, sister and brothers-in-law Betty Mae Schaper, Paul Bakken, Paul Schaper, Don Boone and nephew Jimi Adland.
Dave's family wishes to thank the staff of UnityPoint Health - Marshalltown, Marshalltown Police & Fire Departments and the Marshall County Sheriff's Office for the care they provided. Memorials may be directed to the family as a memorial fund is being established for later designation.
A celebration of life for Dave will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026 from 4:00 until 7:00 at St. Francis of Assisi: St. Henry Church with a time of open sharing beginning at 7:00 P.M. For additional information or to send a condolence to the family, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234.