David Wayne Schade

Sep 16, 1959 -

Mar 2, 2023

David Schade, a lifelong Alaskan, 63, passed away peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded by loving family at home on March 2, 2023, in Eagle River, Alaska. David was born in Anchorage, Alaska, on Sept. 16, 1959, the first of three born to Lloyd and Roxie Schade (deceased).

David's parents and grandparents homesteaded land east of Homer, Alaska, in 1958, where he and his siblings were raised and attended school. He worked in the family businesses including farming, ranching, logging, boat transportation and fishing, just to name a few.

David earned a Bachelor of Science in agricultural economics from the University of Idaho in 1982 and a Master of Public Administration from UAA in 1994. In 1984, David married Teri, raised two daughters and spent 38 cherished years together until his death.

David was proud of the work he did for the State of Alaska from working in the legislature to retiring as Director of Agriculture. David was a dedicated servant to the State of Alaska, his family, friends and community. He was proud of the programs he helped to develop and improve, and the people he worked with to accomplish their goals. He served his community through volunteering, coaching and being an active member of organizations from agriculture, river management, community council and guardianship advocacy. He served to help people through his guardian/advocacy business from 1996–2023.

His hobbies included gardening, flying, camping, playing with his grandchildren and shooting on the range with his friends.

David is survived by his wife, Teresa Schade; daughter, Christina Hunter (husband Jeffrey) with two wonderful grandchildren; daughter, Jacquelyn Schade (fiance Bryan Walsh); brother, Doug Schade (wife Natasha); sister, Faith Schade Celtic (husband Phil); nephews, Gregory and Cordell; nieces, Kaitlin, Nicole, Michelle and Heather; as well as several great-nephews and -nieces. He is also survived by his extended family of loving in-laws, Richard and Nancy Morris, and Robert Morris. David leaves behind many caring and loving friends.

He was loved so very much and will be greatly missed. David wanted a celebration of life! To be announced at a later date. Thank you to those who called him family, friend and mentor. He cared deeply. David often said his goal was to make a difference in this world. He did that in the lives he touched and the work he accomplished.

Remember him with a smile.