David Henry Fast was born on January 1, 1950, in Windom, Minnesota to the late Henry and Alice (Grothaus) Fast. He received his education in the Windom Public Schools where he graduated. After graduating, Dave attended college for a while before owning an operating the Dairy Queen in Windom for many years. Dave also worked on Corvettes in the Twin Cities and was a handyman. On Monday evening, May 2nd, 2016, Dave became suddenly ill and was taken to the Windom Area Hospital where he passed away at the age of 66 years. He will be remembered for his love of hunting, boating, deep sea fishing, socializing and being a "storyteller". Dave is survived by son, Dana and his wife, Jessica of Windom; three grandchildren, Alyssa, Austin and Avery; siblings, Karen (Dick) Sogge of Apple Valley; Stan (Mel) Fast of Missouri; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Dave is preceded in death by his parents. Blessed be the memory of David "Dave" Fast.