David Yantzer

David George Yantzer, 65, of Center, passed away on November 6, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 13 at 4:00 PM at the Bismarck Funeral Home.

He was born on May 25, 1961 to John and Lorraine Yantzer, the 5th of 7 children.

Dave was a hardworking man who took pride in what he did. In August 1989, Dave opened D&D Sales and Service, which later became Dave’s Sales and Service. He dedicated many years of his life to his work and serving his community. Working on vehicles was more than just a job, it was part of who he was. At closing time each day, the shop became a place where friends and family could laugh and have a beer…or two…or three…or four.

Outside of the shop, Dave’s other passion was farming. For many years, he dedicated countless hours to seeding, harvesting, and spraying. Whether it was spring planting or fall harvest, Dave put the long hours in, and it was the work he truly enjoyed. There was no place he would rather be than in the field.

One of Dave’s special joys was spending time with his grandchildren. He loved giving them rides in the combine and turning wrenches with them, sharing a little piece of the life that meant so much to him. Someday, when harvest season comes around and they see a combine working in the field, they will have a little piece of Grandpa to remember.

Dave had a stubborn streak, and those who knew him best would probably agree that he could be pretty set in his ways. He did things his way, stood firm in what he believed, and wasn’t easily persuaded otherwise. It was simply part of what made Dave who he was, and certainly something his family and friends will remember and smile about for years to come.

Dave is survived by his two daughters, Katie (Brad) Boutilier and Kayla (Ron) Bethke; grandchildren, Hudson and Peyton Bethke and Bo Boutilier; siblings, Eugene (Betty) Yantzer, Daryl (Billie) Yantzer, Carol Yantzer, Tim (Lori) Yantzer, and Arlyce (Brian) Muth, and sister-in- law Dee Yantzer, along with 11 nieces and nephews.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Myron, and man’s best friend, Missy.

Katie and Kayla would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to special friends Dallas Dollinger and Melvin Yantzer. Thank you for always being there. We’d also like to thank his nieces Jess and Andrea for their support in this difficult time.

We take comfort in knowing our dad’s suffering is over and he is now with Jesus. Give Heaven some hell!!!

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Oliver County Ambulance.