David Harvey Klemmensen

David Harvey Klemmensen was born on January 6,1935 in Ellendale, MN. He graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1953. David is the youngest of 4 children born to Harvey and Gertrude (Calverley) Klemmensen.

David is survived by his wife Darla; his daughter, Jody Yanez and her sons, Anthony and Nicolas; a son, John and his children, Dani, Jade, Christian, and Taylor. Surviving extended family includes niece, Suzie Zwiener; nephews, Doug, Lonny, Larry, Rick and Randy Klemmensen and Ronnie Betlach and their respective husband and wives, along with many cousins, great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a stepson, Dane (Theresa) Gryb and step granddaughter, Zalei Gryb.

David was preceded in death by his parents, wife Judith (Anderson) Klemmensen, his siblings and their spouses, Marjorie (Marvin) Betlach, Donald “Bill” (Ann) Klemmensen, Richard (Elaine) Klemmensen, and a nephew Roger Betlach.

David’s experience as a farm boy taught him the value of hard work. After trying his hand at farming for several years, he ventured into home construction. He attended carpenters trade school and became a member of the Twin Cities Carpenters and Joiners Union.

After marrying Judy and the birth of their 2 children, they moved the family to Cottage Grove where he established his reputation as a quality builder. He eventually went into business for himself forming Klemmensen Builders and Designers. This business was very successful for many years and won many accolades including the 1987 Parade of Homes Award of Excellence for single family homes.

David and Judy moved to Woodbury into a beautiful home which he built. They lived there for many years. On December 27, 2005, Judy passed away after a short illness. After Judy’s passing, David closed his construction business, but he did not lose his love and involvement in carpentry and home building. He established another business, Quality Home Inspectors, where he worked with area real estate businesses doing inspections prior to sales. One day at St. Andrews, a fellow church member approached him with another job opportunity. Consequently, David worked as a valet for Mercedes Benz of Maplewood for many years. He loved that job, especially driving beautiful cars and meeting interesting people. This is where he met his present wife, Darla. They were married on January 7, 2017. David retired from his final job as a greeter at the Woodbury Costco at age 84. He and Darla enjoyed retirement in their home in Lake Elmo, MN.

A funeral Service will be held at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, Mahtomedi on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 10:30 with a visitation beginning at 9:30 am.

Burial will be held at the First Lutheran Cemetery, Blooming Prairie, June 13, 2026 at 2:30 pm.