Funeral services for David Neal Davis, 61, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
David passed away at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Brooke Haven Healthcare.
He was born June 11, 1963, at West Plains, Missouri, to James L. Davis and Bonnie L. Bridges Davis, the youngest of four siblings. David worked in the grocery store industry for years consisting of Ramey’s, Price-Chopper and Wal-Mart; he became a manager at Price Chopper before he was forced to retire due to health issues. David was well liked and loved by everyone who had the chance to know him. He made fast friends everywhere he went. David’s easy going, friendly personality won hearts all around him. David was a huge sports fan; he especially loved golf. He was a fan of Kansas City Chiefs and the St. Louis Cardinals; he watched any game of any team. He played softball and spent many hours at the softball fields; when he wasn’t playing for his own team he volunteered or filled in for other teams. He enjoyed reading old western novels, the outdoors, hunting and fishing. When he no longer hunted he would look to spot wildlife, including deer and turkey. As a kid he often stayed with his grandmother, Jennie Bridges, and she would read from the bible and play gospel music for them to sing. He attended church with his sister. David was a giver and a helper. He loved helping out at “the farm” even though he grumbled at times. He also loved animals. He spent most of his time with his oldest sister, Debbie Holland.
He is survived by his older siblings, Debra Holland, Jim Ed Davis and Gina Simpson.
He was met at Heaven’s gate by a host of loved ones, including his parents, two brothers-in-law, Dave Holland and Dennis Simpson.
Visitation services will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of choice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
