David J. Crego, a veteran of the Vietnam War and a longtime resident of Cook and Hibbing, MN, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, surrounded by family. Dave, as he was known to many in the area, was born April 16, 1954, and attended Orr High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy. Dave saw action aboard the USS ENTERPRISE, and he had many amazing stories of his time in the service with his seabag on his back.

After his enlistment, Dave returned home and married Sherry Gustafson on February 14, 1975. Together, they resided in Cook where they proceeded to have 3 daughters. Dave held various jobs but found his niche and became a certified welder as he loved to work with his hands. Dave was an avid motorcycle rider, loved music, and he could always be found in his garage tinkering with something or working on his hotrod. Dave held roles in various motorcycle clubs and played in many bands throughout his lifetime.

Dave is survived by his beloved wife Sherry; daughters: Melissa (James) Friederichs, Dawn Kehoe, and Carrie (Erik) Brown; brothers: Pat Crego and Dole (Karen) Crego Sr.; grandchildren: Tyler, Trevor, and Austin Kehoe, Isabella and Dawson Friederichs, and Waylon Brown; special aunt and uncle: Tom (Denise) Hakala, aunts: Janda (John) Mahlberg, and Diane Hakala; special mother-in-law: Barbara Matts; mother: Rose Marie Musakka; numerous brothers-and sisters-in-law; and many nieces, and nephews.

A Memorial Service, with Military Honors, will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 2:00pm at Mlaker Funeral Home, Cook, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Lunch and fellowship will follow the service at the VFW, Cook, MN.