Dave is very nice to the kids — he offered to show her son around and gave him a hat. It made his day.
— Claire Heil
Community history
Dave Krause
Lifelong Batesville guy. Firefighter. The kind of person who simply shows up.
The story so far
What happened here.
Darrick's Here's to You tribute: about 14 years ago, when he and Casey moved into their home, Dave was one of the people who helped them move. Nobody asked for recognition. He just pitched in.
What neighbors remember
According to the locals who lived it.
She has known Dave a long time, but she will never forget him helping her and Isaiah out of a burning apartment building.
— Amy Hernandez
A really good guy, known for a long time — a friend and brother-in-law.
— Joe Luhring
Lived across the street from Dave and his mom and dad back in the late 80s.
— Irene Osborne
Thankful for everything Dave has done for Candyland Creations and More — he always has the solution to their building issues.
— Tricia Fasbinder
See also
Connected pieces.
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Last updated November 4, 2026. New memories appear here after review.