LINDGREN – David Julius
Born Monday August 13, 1945. Passed away Wednesday October 07, 2026.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 7, 2026.
Aged 81 years.
Dearly loved husband of Jeannie.
Father & father-in-law of James & Barathy, Jason & Heather, Jack & Mylene.
Cherished Grandpa of Maya & Arvin; Lily & Cooper; Ruby & Layla.
“Forever in our Hearts”
Funeral notice
Thursday October 15, 2026 - 11:00 am
William Sheahan Funerals Chapel, cnr High Street & Murradoc Road, Drysdale
Get directionsFamily and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Mr David Julius Lindgren to be held at our Chapel, cnr High St & Murradoc Rd, Drysdale on THURSDAY (October 15, 2026) commencing at 11am, followed by Burial at the Drysdale Cemetery.
To view David's service please see link below:
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A great teacher and coach of all things "life". Never forgotten.
October 23, 2026 3:25 pm
What a wonderful teacher he was to all of us at ETS! Thank you David for all your support, mentorship and encouragement. RIP. May you rest in eternal peace and comfort.
October 15, 2026 10:32 pm
Rest in Peace David. We arrived in this great land and thought we’d stay 18 months; but Australia we found so easy to love we stayed. Yankee teachers in the 70’s.
So glad we shared the newness of Oz with you at good ole Essendon Technical School. Love and prayers to Jeanette and family. Mary and Wayne DayOctober 15, 2026 7:10 pm
When I think of my "Uncle" David, I mostly hear his laugh. Think of him and my Dad being goofballs. I heard so many stories from my Dad growing up after Uncle David disappeared to Australia. Like the time they snuck onto private property to go quail hunting and got a shotgun leveled at them by a farmer telling them they were trespassing. As a kid, when David and Jeanette came to San Diego to visit, I remember a trip to Costco when he stocked up on Levi jeans, Kool-Aid packets, and Root Beer candies. I think there were sneakers in there, too. I am so glad our Dads got one last visit before my father passed. David meant a great deal to him and my Mom. Much love to my Australian Cousins. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 15, 2026 12:26 pm
Dear Jeanette and family
Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time.
Sorry we cannot be there with you in person today to wrap our arms around you
Cheryl and Feri Jakab and familyOctober 15, 2026 11:03 am
All my love Auntie Jeanette. Rosie xxxxx
October 15, 2026 11:01 am
David, you meant so much to so many. Your legacy lives on in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know you and be loved by you.
Thank you for taking me under your wing when I needed it most.
Sending all our love to the Lindgrens during this difficult time.
Love Dean and Abbie.
October 15, 2026 9:55 am
To Jeanette and family. I feel for all of you. David left his mark on those he taught and those he worked with. I will be watching his funeral today as a measure of respect for him and you Jeanette. May the stories you share about his life and the love of family and friends bring you some measure of comfort. Sophie Wajsman
October 15, 2026 9:20 am
Our condolences go out to the entire Lindgren family, David was much more than a teacher, he was a very strong willed human being who really enjoyed his craft, teaching... Essendon Tech was his first teaching opportunity on arrival from the US and I was one of his students and importantly friend during the 70's, fantastic times and so many great memories that I will carry forever. Dave left me that quintessential mark that's invisible yet required in life on me forever "Do the best you can and never give up" and I am so sorry he has now left us all. My love goes out to Jeanette and James along with the entire family and I will be streaming the service live at 2:00am local time here in France to celebrate One heck of a wonderful teacher, Friend and Mentor.... RIP Dave from Vic & Heidi
October 15, 2026 3:33 am
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. A treasured friend and colleague now at peace.
Sympathy to Jeanette and familyLorraine and Alek Macys
October 14, 2026 1:38 pm
Dear James, and the Lindgren family,
Passing on our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of David.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dan, Courtney and Oska Cleary
October 14, 2026 10:26 am
I do remember when some students at Queenscliff high school advertised his new car for sale in the local classifieds, for cheap. Got phone calls all weekend. He thought it was hilarious.
Great teacher, everytime he introduced something new, he made it sound so intriguing and difficult, that when you understood it, you thought you were a champion
October 11, 2026 5:57 am
My condolences to you Jeanette and all the family and god’s speed David now at peace no more suffering 🥰🙏
October 10, 2026 2:22 pm
RIP David, you were my science teacher at Essendon Tech late seventies. Fond memories.
October 10, 2026 1:36 pm
Dave, you were a cherished and valued friend of the O'Driscoll family. You will always be remembered.
John and Betty, Dan and Maricel, Michael, Christian and Jonathan.
October 10, 2026 8:16 am
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
October 09, 2026 8:54 am