David Allen Ophaug

David A. Ophaug, age 67 of Grand Forks, died on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at  United Lutheran Church in Grand Forks. visitation will be one hour before service time in the church. Burial will be in Michigan, ND.

David A. Ophaug,  son of William and Rosella (Orseth) Ophaug, was born on December 13, 1951 at McVille, ND. At a young age he moved with his family to Grand Forks. David attended school in   Grand Forks graduating in 1969 from Grand Forks Central. After school he attended college at Wahpeton School of Science receiving a degree in Printing. David later returned to school receiving a degree in Computer Programming. David moved to the Twin Cities for a time. He returned to Grand Forks and began working at Budget Music. David Began working at Simplot. He retired from there in 1995 due to ill health. David has resided in Grand Forks since.

He had a passion for music, especially the Beatles. In 1999 David traveled to England to see the Beatle Mania Tour.  He was also known as the Dr. of Trivia, among the “Juggernauts” (his trivia club). David also was a collector of comic books, especially Marvel and DC. He enjoyed painting when he had time.

He is survived by his brother Lars Ophaug of St. Paul, MN; a sister, Nancy Holt of Grand Forks; and several nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Janice Story.