David Lowell “Dave” Negangard, 77, of Milan passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at his home with his loving family by his side. Dave was born on Thursday, April 21, 1949, in Milan; son of Lowell and Ester (Walker) Negangard. He married Dawn (Downton) Negangard on November 19, 2004, and she survives him. Dave worked at Seagrams for 37 years as a forklift operator and was owner and operator of Dave’s Auto Salvage. He was a member of Harley of Cochran, Milan VFW Post #6234, Milan American Legion Post #235, and the Moose Lodge. He was known for throwing parties at the junkyard, playing Texas Hold ‘Em, poker, and even flew to Vegas to play in poker tournament. He enjoyed traveling with his wife out west including going to bike week in March and October. Most of all Dave cherished spending time with his family.
Dave will be missed by his wife Dawn Negangard of Milan; daughter Jacquie (Jimbo) Morehead of Milan; sisters Virginia Negangard of Cincinnati, Jane (Richard) Ritchie of Milan, Rita Negangard of Milan, and Karen (Stan) Pietrzyk of Connecticut; and grandson James Morehead.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents Lowell and Ester Negangard; sister Linda Stuhlman; and brother-in-law James Stuhlman.
There are no services at this time. Memorials may be given in honor of Dave to the family.
Laws-Carr-Moore Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements: PO Box 243, Milan, IN 47031; (812) 654-2141. Please visit our website at www.lawscarrmoore.com to share your condolences and memories of Dave.