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 he 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 Elmer 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.