Birth date: Oct 17, 1961 Death date: Mar 7, 2026
Dr. David Robert Hirschauer was born on October 17th, 1961 in Des Moines, Iowa, to his loving parents, Richard and Betty Hirschauer, and his older brother, Tom Hirschauer. He had a very fun childhood growing up in Des Moines, wher Read Obituary
Hey dad, it's your oldest son, Jonathan. We're going to celebrate you today with many family and friends.
I have so many memories to share, but today I am remembering you taking me to Taco Bell after my YMCA basketball games. We would break down the game, process it, and I valued your coaching advice. I love you, Dad.
Our hearts pour out to the Hirschauer family during this incredibly difficult time and the loss of Dave. We had the privilege of getting to know Dave during our high school years and were grateful to stay in touch over the years. There was never a shortage of laughter when Dave was around.
It was such a joy to watch him grow into a wonderful father, a caring husband, and a skilled anesthesiologist. He was so proud of his family. Dave will be deeply missed, and the memories of him will never be forgotten.
Colette and Jeff Johnson
To the Hirschauer family,
I’m so sorry to hear about David’s passing. I’m remembering so many shared family dinners growing up and so many games of Spoons! Praying for peace and comfort for you at this time.
Nina Barillas Pardee
We had much fun and laughter working together in the operating room. He’s a skilled confident anesthesiologist. He talked me into getting my first epidural shot in my own back and that helped me significantly for a couple years. This was back in 2000 01. Heaven will have a great anesthesiologist and the caring and compassionate human being that he was Blessing and prayers to all his sad family members . he left a wonderful legacy. Sincerely Dr James St. Louis.
You taught me every life lesson. Resilience, ambition, hard work, never give up, love your family, keep your faith and to travel and see the world
Dad, I can’t even think of my favorite memory with you because there’s way too many. Maybe when you walked me down the aisle or skiing together or dancing together. Every single memory we have together is my favorite memory. I love you so much
I’m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dave. My heartfelt condolences go out to his wife, his children, and his entire family during this incredibly difficult time.
I first met Dave about twenty years ago when I had the opportunity to sell his home in Cheval when I was introduced to him by Dave's best friend Todd Swift. What started as a business relationship quickly turned into something much more meaningful. Over the years he became not only my doctor, but a trusted advisor and a friend whose guidance I valued greatly.
Dave had a rare way of making people feel cared for and understood. He was thoughtful, wise, and always willing to help whenever someone needed him. Beyond his professional accomplishments, what stood out most was the kind of man he was as a father, husband, and leader to the people around him.
His loss is deeply felt, and I know I am just one of many whose life was better because of him. Dave will be remembered with tremendous respect and gratitude.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will truly be missed.
With deepest gratitude for having known him to the deepest sympathy to his family and friends for this loss. ~ Vincent Arcuri and Family
Dave lived in Cheval for a while and was our next-door neighbor. Ever the willing and very able sportsman, he was a longtime player on our Cheval Basketball squad. Our weekly game was kept without fail, with members planning vacations to avoid missing games, because we loved the time together. The attached pic, forgive the newbie selfie skills, was from a gathering last December. Rest in well-deserved peace Dave and know that you'll be sorely missed.
Kurt Moore
