David "Dave" E. Coelin

David “Dave” Elmer Coelin, 62, of West Salem, WI, beloved husband, step-father, brother, uncle; passed away at his home on October 16, 2026.

David met the love of his life, forever person and soulmate when h met Melissa in 2002. They shared 22 wonderful years together and he viewed their love as valuable, sacred, and an essential part of his life. As were his step-children Joshua and Mackensie whom he loved and care for as his own.

He was a man who genuinely lived with compassion, kindness, love, and generosity for everyone he encountered. He treated all relationships with a high-level of respect, care, and dedication.

David demonstrated just that working as a Health Technician at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Tomah where he worked for 20+ years. He put all of himself into work, provided an elevated level of care for his patients everyday.

Continuing the legacy of his grandfather Elmer Denson—David was a creator; taking pride in his craftsmanship, building, and love for architecture.

He is survived by his loving wife, Melissa Coelin; step-children, Mackensie Lind (Mitch) of Marietta, Georgia and Josh Bruring of La Crosse; sister, Kathleen Nontelle of La Crosse; brother, Ric Coelin (Kitty) of Winona; and step-brother, Alan Peterson of California. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his grandparents, Helen and Eugene Denson; parents, Dorothy and Eugene Coelin; siblings, Dennis Walgren, Leonard Coelin (Larry), Kim Coelin, Randy Coelin, Deborah Howardson-Dobbs, and Pamela Walgren-Dooge (Dan).

Private family service will be held at a date to be determined.