David Axmear Obituary

In loving memory of David Axmear (What Cheer, Iowa), who departed this world on November 27, 2025 at the age of 84. David leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Axmear to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Maurice Axmear and Jean Horras Axmear; his wife Betsy (Betsy); his sons, Dan Wood and Daryn Drew Axmear; his grandson John Wood; his brothers, George Axmear and Joe'd Axmear; and his brothers-in-law, Denny Garns and Wayne Silver.

He is survived by: his children, Dave, Daryl Wood (Deke), Darci and Doug Wood (Chris); his daughter-in-law Sheryl Wood; his grandchildren, Stephanie Wood (Chris Polley), Michelle Wood, Josh Wood (Kacie), Matt Wood (Cheryl), Caleb Wood, Jordan Wood (Shannon), Maddison Denny (Allan), Nathan Wood (Sarah) and Amanda Seeley (Steven); his great grandchildren, Katie, Henry, Collyns, Colsyn, Campbell, Riley, Gabe, Stratton, Parker, Brayden, Masen, Ainslee, Brody, Drake, Trey and Audrey; his siblings, John Axmear (Connie), Evelyn Garns and Charlotte Axmear; his sisters-in-law, Lucy Axmear, Karen Axmear and JoAnne Bair (Larry); and his close friend Betty Breitwieser. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tri-County Food Pantry and Essence of Life Hospice.