We regretfully announce the passing of David “Dave” Wayne Harrington,
who passed away with his wife by his side on Father’s Day, June 19,
2022, in Butzbach, Germany. Dave had a difficult battle with cancer and
is finally at rest. He will be forever loved and forever remembered.
Dave was born on June 4, 1964, in Norton, Kansas to Bob and Gisela
Harrington. He was the youngest of 5 brothers. Dave grew up in Norton
and was known for his mischief or at least attracting mischief. A few
memorable stories come to mind; around the age of 2 or 3 he snuck out of
the house without being seen and walked to Highway 36. Grandpa saw him
from the Dairy Queen and went running out there to get him before he got
onto the highway. All Dave could say to Grandpa was, “I Keen..I Keen..I
Keen." His family also remembers as a little boy in Germany, when on
vacation, Dave was strong-armed/robbed by a midget who told him “Give me
your money or I’ll break your arm." Another story is when Dave survived
being struck by lightning.
Dave worked for Garrett’s Heating and Plumbing and Northwest Kansas
Pawnbrokers where he worked for each company for many years. He loved
Rock music and all kinds of concerts, backstage passes, and Rock
memorabilia. He also enjoyed watching and attending professional
wrestling. Dave married Daniela on September 20, 2019 in Butzbach,
Germany.
Dave is survived by his wife, Daniela; son, Donavan; two
grandchildren, Tucker and Kolton; four older brothers, and several
nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Gisela
Harrington.
Services for Dave will be announced at a later date. The family
appreciates everyone’s love and support during this difficult time.