Dave Ennis, 86, of Asbury, died Friday, May 8, 2026, at Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, FL.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for David will be at 10:00 am Friday, May 15, 2026, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with Father Brian Dellaert as the Celebrant. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. Full military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard.

David was born October 15, 1939, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Lawrence and Rosella (Henry) Ennis. On January 17, 2002 he married Annette Meyers at the Pentagon.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Dave worked as a Machinist at John Deere Dubuque Works for 32 years.

He had a deep love for the outdoors and enjoyed boating on the river, camping, and hunting bear, deer, elk, wild boar, and alligator. One of his greatest stories was when he shot a trophy alligator, buck, and boar all in the same day. For 35 years, he spent his winters as a snowbird in Fort Myers, creating many lasting memories with his family and friends. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr.. He was a hardworking and generous man, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Whether assisting with home projects or helping local businesses, he was a skilled handyman who never hesitated to volunteer his time and talents to others.

Survivors include his wife, Annette Ennis of Asbury; 4 sons, Kirk (Julie) Ennis of Dandridge, TN, Keith (Ellen) Ennis of Raleigh, NC, Kelly (Etsuko) Ennis of Kamuela, HI, and Kris (Mishelle) Ennis of Dubuque; step-son, Jonathan Meyers of Fort Myers, FL; seven grandchildren, Kyle, Jesse, Christian, Joe, Trevor, Shoma, and Thoma; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Richard and William Ennis, and four sisters, Rosemary Hohman, Judith Thurm, Darlene Dossey, and Jeanie Ennis.

A memorial has been established for the American Legion Post #6.

Dave’s family would like to thank the staff at Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, and Gulf Coast Medical Center, especially the doctors and nurses on the 5th floor for their care and support.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Dave’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.