David Loren “Dino” Gabeline, 63, of Danville and Yarmouth, died Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital. He was born March 30, 1960 in Burlington to Robert Louis and Donna Lee Dodds Gabeline. He was a 1978 graduate of Mediapolis High School.
On August 30, 1980 he married the love of his life, Diane Kay Cornick at the Burlington United Methodist Church. Dino was a lifelong farmer and grain elevator operator and was owner and operator of Southeast Iowa Grain. He was a past member of the Yarmouth Fire Department; enjoyed boating in the Ozarks; riding his Harley; vacations and traveling; and driving his gator, drinking beer, and looking at the crops. But what he really enjoyed the most was any time spent with Diane and his family; he loved his children and adored his grandchildren.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Adam (Samantha) Gabeline and daughter Alexandra (Ryan) Menke, both of Danville; Papa to five grandchildren, Adrianna, Tate, Blake, Noah and Addison; brothers Mike Gabeline of Yarmouth, and Dan (Amy) Gabeline, who was not only his brother, but his partner and best friend; one sister Teri (Jeff) Wilkerson of Yarmouth; nieces and nephews; his dogs Glacier and Ruger; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
According to his wishes his body has been cremated. A Celebration of Life for Dino will be held November 27, 2023 from 3:00 – 8:00 pm at The Filling Station, 20478 Eastern Avenue, Yarmouth, Iowa. A memorial has been established for the Yarmouth Fire Department. Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.