David Martin Schonrock was born January 29, 1955, in New Ulm, MN. His parents were the late Martin and Hazel (Hoffmann) Schonrock. He is the second born of three children. He had many enjoyments throughout his life. He loved hunting and fishing with his dad in his younger years. His passion for German cuisine started from Lenny’s Meat Market in New Ulm. This love eventually started the New Ulm Sausage Haus and Sandwich Shop. David also loved to travel and took many special trips with family that he spoke of often and held dear to his heart.