David A McBain

David A. McBain, 65, of Sparta, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Emplify Health in La Crosse. He was born on August 3, 1960 to Guy and Evelyn (Carden) McBain, in Black River Falls. He graduated from Black River Falls High School.

After high school, David attended UW-Stout. He started out working as a farmhand, until starting his own cattle hoof trimming business. He retired for health reasons in 2018.

David married Paula Hazen on December 24, 1989 in Alma Center. They resided in Florida, Holmen, and Marshfield before moving to Sparta in 2022.

David was a member of the Melrose Rod & Gun Club. He enjoyed building furniture, fishing with his grandkids, and spending time with his beloved family.

David is survived by his wife, Paula of Sparta; 2 daughters, Elizabeth Cline of Holmen, and Christina (Robert) Schmidt of Canton, MN; grandchildren, Olivia, Ethan, Isaac, Kadyn, Logan, and Elissia; brother, Larry (Kathy) McBain of Waldo; and sister, Mary McBain of Sheboygan.

He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Christopher Boggs; and 2 sisters, Janet Ireland and Nancy Meredith.

Private services were held.

Online condolences may be offered at www.schanhoferfh.com.

Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home and Cremation, Sparta, is assisting the family with arrangements.

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