David C. Lizakowski, age 81 of Grand Forks, ND, formerly of Minto, ND, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at his home.
David was born October 29, 1942 in Grafton, ND, the son of the late Julian and Steffie (Langowski) Lizakowski. He grew up and attended school in Minto, graduating in 1961. Following his education he enlisted in the North Dakota National Guard. He farmed with his dad and brothers for many years. He was united in marriage to Penny Lake on May 11, 1973 in Minto, ND. They made their home in Grafton for a short time before moving to the farm near Minto where they raised their family. They moved to Grand Forks in April of 2018.
Farming was David's lifelong passion. He enjoyed driving around to look at fields and equipment, going to auctions, watching farm shows on TV and reading farming magazines. David also enjoyed attending his grandson's sporting events, visiting with family and friends, and was always eager to go somewhere and do something.
He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Minto.
David is survived by his wife Penny, Grand Forks, ND; daughters: Lori Lizakowski and Meribeth (Darin) Hall, both of Henderson, NV; grandson Landen Hall, Henderson, NV; step-children Robin Berdahl and Gordon (Glenda) Berdahl; siblings: Rose Misialek, Grand Forks, ND, Eleanore Narloch, Minto, ND, JoAnne Edwards, Sherman Oaks, CA, Daniel (Jo Ann) Lizakowski, Grafton, ND, Alice (Dan) Thornburg, Lakewood, CO, and Carol (Terry) Nowling, Gretna, NE; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant sister Theresa Frances, and brother Julian (Beverly) Lizakowski.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Minto. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-7 with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Tollefson Funeral Home of Grafton. Friends may also call at the church for one hour prior to the service. Military rites will be provided by the North Dakota National Guard Honor Guard and the Minto and Grafton American Legion Posts. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Minto in the spring.
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