David was born on September 15, 1958, the first of seven children for his parents.
He was your typical oldest child trying his best to lead by example for his younger siblings.

David was an all-round nice guy, straight and narrow according to those who knew him best. He'd give you the shirt off his back agreed all who knew him.

David was a quiet guy who loved to joke and watch Nascar competitions.
Davey Allison was his favorite driver.

David was 48 when he died. He had three children and five grandchildren. He had a wife, five brothers and a sister, countless other relatives and numerous friends. His mother and father had to help bury their firstborn son.

David lived to help his family. Family meant everything to him.
According to his brother Dean, David enjoyed the simple things in life, good music and quiet time with his wife, Debbie and his children and grandchildren.

A practical joker, according to his wife Debbie, David enjoyed playing tricks on his children for amusement and it was always in fun. It's a trait his wife deeply misses.

David was a commercial truck driver for more than half a century. He died doing what he did best, covering millions of miles of asphalt and respecting the wellbeing of those who drove alongside him.