David Getz
David Getz, age 78 of Barrett, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the Barrett Care Center.
Visitation for David Getz will be held Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the Erickson-Smith Funeral Home in Elbow Lake, MN.
Memorial services for David Getz will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Erickson-Smith Funeral Home in Elbow Lake, MN.
David Getz, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the Barrett Care Center in Barrett, Minnesota. He was born on August 28, 1947, in Barrett, the son of Roy and Lorna, where he spent his early years before embarking on a path that would take him across various roles and experiences.
David graduated from Barrett High School in 1965 and continued his education at the University of Minnesota Morris, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in 1969. His thirst for knowledge and dedication to his craft led him to work most of his life as a carpenter, where he found his true calling through hands-on work that illuminated his immense skill and craftsman spirit. He also briefly served as a janitor and bus driver for Barrett Public Schools, embodying a sense of community and support for those around him.
A proud veteran, David served faithfully in the U.S. Army, where he was honorably discharged. This service instilled in him a strong sense of duty and respect for his country. After his time in the military, he lived for many years in Phoenix, Arizona, only returning to Barrett in the early 2000s to be closer to his beloved grandchildren, a move that highlighted his deep love for family.
David was an active member of the Odd Fellows in Herman, where he found friendship and kinship within the community. He was not only known for his craftsmanship but also as an avid baseball fan, rarely missing a Barrett Pioneers game. His passion for sports extended to his love for NASCAR, especially for his favorite driver, the legendary Dale Earnhardt Sr.
In retirement, David found solitude and joy in gardening at his farm and spending time on the point of Horseshoe Lake, where tranquility met nature. His life was enriched not just by his work and hobbies but by the joy of attending his grandchildren’s activities, a testament to the love he had for family.
David is survived by his sons: Derek (Sara) Getz of Norcross, MN, Lance Getz of Fargo, North Dakota, Brandt (Adam Martinez) Getz of Phoenix, Arizona, and Gerrit (Amber) Getz of Barrett, MN; seven grandchildren: Mykenzie, Isaac, Kaleb, Ian, Braedon, Brooklyn, and Kaley; one great-grandchild: Ledger; his sister: Irene Getz; along with numerous family and friends.
David is preceded in death by his parents: Roy and Lorna Getz; and sisters: Mona Becker and Kathy Eilers.
Arrangements are with Erickson-Smith Funeral Home.
