David Ray Kintzele Obituary
The memory of David Ray Kintzele of Walkerton, Indiana, who passed away on May 31, 2025 at the age of 69, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Aloysius Kintzele and Virginia Kintzele (Hansen); and his stepfather Henry "Bud" Kintzele. He is survived by: his wife Joan Von Bergen; his daughter Kristin Merrill of South Bend; his grandchildren, Kaylee and John Gleva III of North Liberty; his sister Liz Johnson of Michigan City; his sibling's children, Allison Rae Kintzele of Trail Creek, Christopher Musial of Weaverville, NC and Philip Musial of Denver, CO; his cousins, Becky, Mike and Ray; and his pet Bailey.
In honor of Dave's love for flight and his heart for animal rescue, memorial donations may be made to the EAA Young Eagles Program, c/o EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902, or to Second Chance Rescue, c/o Mary Krause, 821 East Lusher Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517 (please make checks payable to Second Chance Rescue).
