David Koutney

David Bud Koutney 73, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, on Monday, June 5, 2023. David was born in Stanley, WI on June 17, 1949 to Frank and Mildred Koutney. 

David was a loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor and friend to many. David is preceded in death by his parents; Frank & Mildred Koutney, his brothers; John and Clarence, and his daughter Karie Lantz. 

David is survived by his wife Barbara (Steinhauer) Koutney, two of his children; John (Amanda) Koutney, Kayla (Rich) Obcena, his grandchildren & step grandchildren; William (Rosie) Kasputis, Nathan Kasputis, Angelina (Ernie) Schnook, Joseph Lantz, Regina (Klaus) Galabe-Obcena, Dawson Koutney, Ricardo Obcena, Breanna Lantz, Ricara Obcena, Via Koutney. His great-grandchildren and & step great-grandchildren; Ayden, Lawson, Everligh, Henry, Justice and Athena. And his siblings; Rose (Lyle) Brandt, Joe Koutney, James (Debbie) Koutney, Barbara (Ben) Ginder, Mary Ann (Clifford) Cote, Richard (Tammy) Briggs, Carol (Edurado) Puente, Robert (Linda) Rudi. 

David Koutney worked for the city of Eau Claire for thirty years, most of that time spent as the Zamboni driver for Hobbs Ice Arena. However, David is most known for his landscaping business, Koutney’s Rockwalls, for which David received his certificate from Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire for design. David has faithfully served Pentecostal Assembly Church with his family, he served as an usher and participated in the Men’s Group. 

David’s love for designing and building elaborate and beautiful works of art in his landscaping was only overshadowed by his love for his family, fishing, hunting and traveling. If David wasn’t working, you could always find him at one of his many watering holes. David was known for kindness and compassion, as was shown by the many people he would take fishing or invite over for a good meal and a game of cards. David’s favorite place to travel was Alaska and had made many memories on his trips to Alaska either by car or plane. David has been to every state in the USA, except Hawaii, often bringing his grandchildren along on road trips. 

Please join the family for services to celebrate David’s life. Services will be held at Pentecostal Assembly Church in Eau Claire, WI, officiated by Pastor Josh Anderson. A visitation will be held on Saturday June 10, 2023 at the church from 3:00-6:00pm. Visitation will continue on Sunday, June 11, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. until the service at 4:00pm, followed by dinner. David will be buried at Lakeview Cemetery in a private ceremony with his family.

Pallbearers will be William Kasputis, Joseph Lantz, Dawson Koutney, Ricardo Obcena,​​ Klaus Galabe, and Ernie Schnook.

In lieu of flowers the family requests monetary donations in honor of David Koutney. Donations can also be dropped off at any Royal Credit Union. 

Friends and family may offer condolences online at www.hulkefamilyfh.com.

Hulke Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 3209 Rudolph Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701 is assisting the family with the arrangements.  

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