David Fredrick Behrens returned to our Heavenly Father on October 9, 2018. The family of David is grieved to announce the death of a husband, father, son, and brother. David was the youngest of seven. He was born on December 19, 1972 to Manfred & Nancy Behrens in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Boise, Idaho. When David was two, living in Albuquerque, he went with his Mom everywhere. He was his Mom's little buddy. David was a graduate of Boise High School. David lived in many cities throughout his life: Salt Lake City, Utah, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Boise, Idaho, Lolo, Montana, Pasco, Washington, Star and Kuna Idaho. David met his wife Nichol Clyde at Boise State where they were both going to school. Dave and Nicole were in love at first sight and were engaged only after a few weeks of dating. They were soon married in Boise, Idaho on August 6, 1993 and had 25 adventurous years together. Their family was sealed in the Boise LDS Temple August 5, 2002. He spent the majority of his career in the orthopedic industry assisting doctors in Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Idaho. With David's winning personality he made many lifelong friends. Outside his career as an orthopedic salesman, David spent most of his time with his wife and their three children: Skyler (20), Bradley (16), and Mason (12). David loved the outdoors and he passed that love onto his children. He did anything that involved adrenaline and adventure. If it was fun he tried it, and he would get the whole family involved. David's favorite activities varied by the time of year. In the winter he was skiing and snowmobiling. In the summer he was out hunting elk with a bow. David spent his last hunting Excursion with his daughter in Kooski, Idaho. Unfortunately they did not see one animal, but instead made the best of it by chopping many many trees for fire wood for his parent's cabin. This was only one small example of his Christ-like attributes he so freely shared. He loved boating especially at Lake Powell and the Columbia River. He had a passion for barefoot and slalom water skiing. At one point in his life he was out on the water at least three times a day: early morning "glass" water skiing with the guys, mid-morning and afternoon tubing with the kids and evening date nights to restaurants with his love Nichol...driving in the dark was his favorite challenge. He loved fishing. His biggest catch was a 15 foot sturgeon. He loved mountain biking. And above all he loved motorcycle riding. In 1987 his Mom and Dad purchased some motorcycles in hopes of spending more time with David, it worked. David was always willing to serve those around him, whether it be investing his personal time, money, or talent. He was always watchful over those he loved and did anything he could to help, especially his parents. David was a born teacher. He taught others to enjoy life. Countless are the number of people who were taught by David. David and Nichol welcomed everyone into their homes, anytime, for any reason. He loved to teach his children. He spent hours shooting compound bows in the garage with the boys. He bought all his children pee wee 50 motorcycles before they could ride a bike and could not wait to teach them to ride using a clutch. Boating three days a week was the normal routine with his family and whipping anyone who dared get behind his boat on a tube... they would surely get the ride of their life...this he guaranteed! David was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served many people in his callings throughout the years. David is survived by his wife Nichol and their three kids: Skyler to whom he gave the love of music and taught that she could do hard things and to be strong and courageous; Bradley the son he actually delivered and who he taught the love archery/bow hunting and target shooting, they loved spending time together at the range; and Mason who was his dad's sidekick, he went everywhere with him like to Mavericks for treats. He had just learned from his dad how to ride the big Kawasaki 100....with a clutch!!! David is also survived by his parents and all six of his siblings: Doug, Wendy, Rob, Melanie, Eric, and Brandon. When David was born his oldest brother Doug considered him the best Christmas present. Wendy was there for David during the long months in rehab at Craig institute in Denver. Rob served David as his best man at his wedding. Eric was David's ski teacher. Melanie spoiled David rotten from the day he was born. And Brandon was his best friend. David was surrounded by Angel's throughout his life. Some of those amazing relationships were with the Clyde family, his in-laws. James and Heather Clyde will always be his guardian angels, selflessly giving of not only there time and talents towards David's recovery from his traumatic brain injury but providing a beautiful home for he and his family to live, a place to love as their own during the most difficult times, as well as moving David and Nichol and their children to a new state to reside in after his injury. Their generosity could never be repaid but with blessings from above. David always wanted the world to know of their support and sacrifice that he and Nichol so humbly received and they will eternally be grateful to James and Heather. Tiffany and Nephi Dumar are other un-song heroes in David's life. They gave hours of time and monetary support when needed. They and their children grew extremely close and would spend every weekend together enjoying any fun activity that was had. Scott and Heather Buckley were extremely pivotal on the recovery process, always willing to bring in dinner and help out anywhere needed. David had the privilege to work side by side with Scott in orthopedics while he continued to try to work. This was a huge blessing for Dave and Nichol. Travis and Kelti Baker are also true examples of true servants not only to David but the Lord as well. Many opportunities were shared of kindness and talents by Travis and Kelti from working on David's truck, to help with his orthopedic company, and filling in when needed. They have a special place on Dave's heart for their kindness and love. Brandon Clyde, David's brother-in-law was amazing and would jump when asked to do anything. He helped move Dave's family from Star to Kuna and was a true example of a brother- in-law and brother, always there when needed. David had many mottos that he lived by in his life, but one stood the test of time: "Shut up and Skii". This represented the idea of doing things that are hard no matter what! He lived by this every day! Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 13, at the Church located at 224 E. Avalon St. in Kuna. A viewing will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 12 at Zeyer Funeral Chapel, 83 N Midland Blvd in Nampa and at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Burial will be in Dry Creek Cemetery, 9600 Hill Road in Boise. There will be a light lunch served at the Church after the burial. In lieu of flowers a Venmo account has been set up to assist the family under the name Nichol Clyde Behrens. The point of life is not to end up at the grave in a perfectly preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways shouting "Wow! What a ride!". David will be dearly missed by his loved ones near and far.
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