David "Smiley" Dean Ihland

For the last twenty years I've been blessed to have Smiley as a dear friend. I will forever miss the laughter, fun, music and Old Fashions we shared together. Things will not be the same without him. Bob Briggs

Laurie and Nancy, I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have many fond memories of him. Mary Salzwedel Siebert

Oh the many fun times we had together growing up! Our years of gardening up until a couple years ago! We had that tomato canning down to a t!! He still called me his baby sister even at my age! He will be so missed by so many people. I'm sure he will be doing some fishing in the big house. Rest in peace my big brother!!

To my Ihland family - my heart hurts with the passing of Grandpa Smiley. I do, however, find comfort in his heavenly reunion with his family, especially Dean and Terry. Smiley was always so fun to be around and talk to. We always had some interesting and funny conversations. Whenever I would see him, he'd always hug me and tell me how grateful he and Di were that I remained close with Danielle and Michael after Dean and Terry's passing. My response, each and every time, was that I wouldn't have it any other way. Grandpa will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him, including me. The vision of his smile when I think of him is forever etched in my head, and that I am forever grateful for. Sending my deepest sympathy and love to everyone. Rest in heaven, Grandpa.

Smiley was definitely one of a kind with a big heart. To know him was to love him.We will miss him at the Steak Frys and that big smile of his.RIP❤️ Don and Sharon