Ben Gilbert David, 81, of Athens, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at his home.
Mr. David has lived in the Ardmore community for a majority of his life and was a member at Ardmore First Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, watching Alabama football, and spending time with his favorite dog Duffy.
Mr. David is preceded in death by his parents, James G. David and Louise Bailes David.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Judy David, two sons, Russell David and Patrick (Debra) Smith, two daughters, Jill (Michael) Wilt and Tracy (Gregg) Smith Crow, one brother, Dan (Susan) David, five grandchildren: Caleb Wilt, Sydni Wilt, Jordan (Heather) Crow, Madison Smith, and Westin Smith, two great grandchildren, Finnley Wilt and Anderson Crow, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
There will be a visitation held for Mr. David at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home on Sunday, June 2, 2024, from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM. A Graveside Service is scheduled immediately after visitation to begin at 3:00 PM at Gatlin Cemetery. Burial will follow in Gatlin Cemetery. Jordan Crow will officiate the service.
Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home is assisting the family.
