Lifetime Marshall County resident, David A. Zumbaugh, 63 of Bremen, passed away at his home on Tuesday afternoon, February 19, 2013.
Born David Allen Zumbaugh on March 2, 1949 in Plymouth, he was the son of Marvin Dale and LaEuna C. (Lemert) Zumbaugh. His father would precede him in death on February 24, 1997. LaEuna, his mother, resides in Plymouth.
He graduated in 1967 from John Glenn High School. In May of 1968 he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served two years of active duty with a year being stationed in Germany.
David has been a longtime warrior of the road as a self-employed truck driver having logged over a million miles with the former Chase Leasing in Plymouth and 21 years with Frontier Trucking based in Indianapolis. He was also a John Deere tractor and Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiast and mechanic. David also enjoyed landscaping and gardening.
He will be remembered for his kindness to others especially those in need.
As an active member of the Teegarden First Brethren Church, he served as a Deacon and helped coordinate cookouts.
On November 20, 2001 he married Loretta M. Dill who survives. David is the father of Tari L. and her husband Scott Clidence of Canal Winchester, Ohio who survives with twin granddaughters; Whitney and Lauren Clidence.
Also surviving are: Brian and Lorilyn Dill and children; Alyssa and Andrew, Brad and Jessica Dill and son Bryce, and Jason Dill and his children; Vince, Selena, Rhianna and Collin.
David’s brother, Lee D. and Ann Zumbaugh survive as well with a daughter, Erin. He was preceded in death by his father, his maternal grandparents; Millard and Grace Lemert and paternal grandparents; Clyde and Edith Zumbaugh.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 22nd from 4 – 7 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St. Plymouth. Services to honor David’s life, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 23rd in the Teegarden First Brethren Church, 16518 1st Road where calling will resume after 9 a.m. until time of services. Pastor Robbie Keck will officiate.
Burial will be in the Morris Cemetery on Hwy 6 west of LaPaz with military honors provided by members of the Plymouth American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign Wars – Marshall County Post 1162 and the D.A.V.
Preferred are memorial contributions to the church.
Kathy Tracy says
To David\’s family. We are so heart broken about the loss of David. He was a wonderful person. I had not seen David for many years but he was an awesome cousin.
There are not enough words to say how sad we feel for all of you..Mother was devastated when she heard and I was also.
We will not be able to make the viewing or service. I just had cancer surgery and still recovering and mother is here helping me.
I remember losing my sibling and I have never been able to get over losing him. He was a wonderful brother and I think about him every day.
Laeuna, please call mom if you need to talk. She is at my house. Mother knows what it is like to lose a child.
Loretta Zumbaugh, Tari Zumbaugh, Laeuna Zumbaugh, Lee and Ann, please know you are all in our prayers and thoughts.
There are not enough words to tell you how very sorry we all are.
We are so sorry that we will not be able to help consul all of you at this time but will say special prayers for all.
David and I met at a dance in Culver many, many years ago. At that time we had no idea we were cousins. I have never seen David since that time. I remember he was such a handsome guy, and a caring person and loved each and everyone of you so much.
Please feel free to call or email at any time.
May God help heal you in this tragic time of your lives. I have always said, memories are the best.
God Bless each and every one of you. Our hearts are hurting so bad for all of you.
My telephone number is 574-306-2398-Home, my cell is 574-377-0635..
Rest in peace dear David…
Love from your family,
Kathy and Avonell Tracy
Erica Aquila says
Tari and Family~
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ((Hugs))
Pam Calvin says
My deepest sympathy Loretta. . . Will keep you and the family in my prayers
Sharon Fisher says
Loretta
I am so very sorry to hear about David\’s passing and please know I am thinking of you and have my most sincere sympathy. Sharon Fisher Bremen
Tracy Figg says
Loretta,
So sorry for your loss. David\’s contagious smile will be greatly missed. We are
keeping you and your family in our thought\’s and prayer\’s.
Tim Tracy Kaser Figg
Jacki Garrison Larimore says
We are so sorry for your loss Loretta and family. Many prayers to you all.
Tracy Smith and Jacki Larimore
Jack Kinney says
Dear Zumbaugh Family
We are so sorry to hear of Dave\’s passing . Please know that you all are in
Our thoughts and prayers . May God embrace you in his arms of love . And may
He strengthen you and enable you to carry on each day in his love.
Buck & Barb Coleman says
Loretta,
Buck & I are deeply sorry to hear of Daves\’ passing. From the few times I talked with Dave, I could tell he was a very nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Buck & Barb Coleman
Brenda Condon says
So sorry for your loss Loretta. You are on mind……
Jacqueline Hudson says
Dear cousin David,
You will be greatly missed. You have always been an inspiration to me. Thank you for your dedication, hard work, family loyalty, joy and compassion you always showed to us. May you find peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ now. Looking forward to the day when we all can have a big reunion in Heaven. You will be missed. Love you always!
Dear family,
Know that David has no pain, sorrow or suffering now as he rest in peace in our Lords arms. One day we will all meet again and that should bring joy to us.
Love & prayers
David and Sally Dutcher says
To Lee and Ann, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Times like this make us realize how short life really is and enjoy every day with our loved ones Sally and David Dutcher
Allison Rulli says
I\’m so sorry to hear this Loretta…your family will be in my prayers!
Dale and Karen Lichtenbarger says
Loretta, We are so sorry to hear of Dave\’s passing, you have our love and prays. Dale and Karen Lichtenbarger
John McGee says
Lee,
Shocked to hear about Dave. We used to hang out some in our younger days. Hope your Mom is doing allright. Thinking about all of you.
Your Teegarden friend
John McGee
ps: Dave was the only kid I couldn\’t
beat in a foot race. Somethings we
never forget.
Shelly Hall says
Loretta,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Miller & Shelly Hall
Tammy Jo (Masterson) Walker says
To The Zumbaugh Family, I am so sorry for the Loss of Cousin David, I remember him from when I was just a child…He was a sweet,Gentle soul with a twinkle in his eyes…He has God\’s arms around him now,set free..He was loved by many…will be missed deeply…He is now, with other Loved ones, reunited in God\’s Kingdom…May the Good Lord from Above Bless you all during these difficult times..and bring each of you a Little Peace…
Peggy Stevens says
To the Zumbaugh Family,
I worked with Dave at Frontier Transport for almost 20 years. He may not have come to the terminal often, but he was still one I considered as family. One of the best, a man of quality, integrity, professionalism and kindness. He will be missed. May all the prayers and thoughts, from all who knew him, comfort you.
Peggy Stevens
formerly with
Frontier – Safety Dept.
Mindy Fisher says
Loretta, if there is anything we can do for you, let us know.
Carl & Mindy Fisher
Kristie Krick (Burch) Anderson says
So sorry to hear about Dave. He was best man at my wedding many years ago and was a true friend. I still have the picture framed of him and his horse that he road home from Missouri to our house in Tyner. He will be missed….
Shirley Gidley says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Julie Birkey says
Loretta,
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Dave
when he came into Speedway for fuel, what a great
guy. I still can\’t believe this, he will be missed
by many. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Julie Birkey
Ms Norma ( Williams ) Rowe says
I was sorry to hear of David,s death, I remember him more as a little boy growing up in Teegarten. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Tracy says
To David\’s family. We are so heart broken about the loss of David. He was a wonderful person. I had not seen David for many years but he was an awesome cousin.
There are not enough words to say how sad we feel for all of you..Mother was devastated when she heard and I was also.
We will not be able to make the viewing or service. I just had cancer surgery and still recovering and mother is here helping me.
I remember losing my sibling and I have never been able to get over losing him. He was a wonderful brother and I think about him every day.
Laeuna, please call mom if you need to talk. She is at my house. Mother knows what it is like to lose a child.
Loretta Zumbaugh, Tari Zumbaugh, Laeuna Zumbaugh, Lee and Ann, please know you are all in our prayers and thoughts.
There are not enough words to tell you how very sorry we all are.
We are so sorry that we will not be able to help consul all of you at this time but will say special prayers for all.
David and I met at a dance in Culver many, many years ago. At that time we had no idea we were cousins. I have never seen David since that time. I remember he was such a handsome guy, and a caring person and loved each and everyone of you so much.
Please feel free to call or email at any time.
May God help heal you in this tragic time of your lives. I have always said, memories are the best.
God Bless each and every one of you. Our hearts are hurting so bad for all of you.
My telephone number is 574-306-2398-Home, my cell is 574-377-0635..
Rest in peace dear David…
Love from your family,
Kathy and Avonell Tracy
Erica Aquila says
Tari and Family~
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ((Hugs))
Pam Calvin says
My deepest sympathy Loretta. . . Will keep you and the family in my prayers
Sharon Fisher says
Loretta
I am so very sorry to hear about David\’s passing and please know I am thinking of you and have my most sincere sympathy. Sharon Fisher Bremen
Tracy Figg says
Loretta,
So sorry for your loss. David\’s contagious smile will be greatly missed. We are
keeping you and your family in our thought\’s and prayer\’s.
Tim Tracy Kaser Figg
Jacki Garrison Larimore says
We are so sorry for your loss Loretta and family. Many prayers to you all.
Tracy Smith and Jacki Larimore
Jack Kinney says
Dear Zumbaugh Family
We are so sorry to hear of Dave\’s passing . Please know that you all are in
Our thoughts and prayers . May God embrace you in his arms of love . And may
He strengthen you and enable you to carry on each day in his love.
Buck & Barb Coleman says
Loretta,
Buck & I are deeply sorry to hear of Daves\’ passing. From the few times I talked with Dave, I could tell he was a very nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Buck & Barb Coleman
Brenda Condon says
So sorry for your loss Loretta. You are on mind……
Jacqueline Hudson says
Dear cousin David,
You will be greatly missed. You have always been an inspiration to me. Thank you for your dedication, hard work, family loyalty, joy and compassion you always showed to us. May you find peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ now. Looking forward to the day when we all can have a big reunion in Heaven. You will be missed. Love you always!
Dear family,
Know that David has no pain, sorrow or suffering now as he rest in peace in our Lords arms. One day we will all meet again and that should bring joy to us.
Love & prayers
David and Sally Dutcher says
To Lee and Ann, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Times like this make us realize how short life really is and enjoy every day with our loved ones Sally and David Dutcher
Allison Rulli says
I\’m so sorry to hear this Loretta…your family will be in my prayers!
Dale and Karen Lichtenbarger says
Loretta, We are so sorry to hear of Dave\’s passing, you have our love and prays. Dale and Karen Lichtenbarger
John McGee says
Lee,
Shocked to hear about Dave. We used to hang out some in our younger days. Hope your Mom is doing allright. Thinking about all of you.
Your Teegarden friend
John McGee
ps: Dave was the only kid I couldn\’t
beat in a foot race. Somethings we
never forget.
Shelly Hall says
Loretta,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Miller & Shelly Hall
Tammy Jo (Masterson) Walker says
To The Zumbaugh Family, I am so sorry for the Loss of Cousin David, I remember him from when I was just a child…He was a sweet,Gentle soul with a twinkle in his eyes…He has God\’s arms around him now,set free..He was loved by many…will be missed deeply…He is now, with other Loved ones, reunited in God\’s Kingdom…May the Good Lord from Above Bless you all during these difficult times..and bring each of you a Little Peace…
Peggy Stevens says
To the Zumbaugh Family,
I worked with Dave at Frontier Transport for almost 20 years. He may not have come to the terminal often, but he was still one I considered as family. One of the best, a man of quality, integrity, professionalism and kindness. He will be missed. May all the prayers and thoughts, from all who knew him, comfort you.
Peggy Stevens
formerly with
Frontier – Safety Dept.
Mindy Fisher says
Loretta, if there is anything we can do for you, let us know.
Carl & Mindy Fisher
Kristie Krick (Burch) Anderson says
So sorry to hear about Dave. He was best man at my wedding many years ago and was a true friend. I still have the picture framed of him and his horse that he road home from Missouri to our house in Tyner. He will be missed….
Shirley Gidley says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Julie Birkey says
Loretta,
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember Dave
when he came into Speedway for fuel, what a great
guy. I still can\’t believe this, he will be missed
by many. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Julie Birkey
Ms Norma ( Williams ) Rowe says
I was sorry to hear of David,s death, I remember him more as a little boy growing up in Teegarten. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Loretta Dill says
Our deepest condolences and wishes that you find comfort in warm memories.
Loretta Dill says
So sorry to hear about David’s passing. My deepest sympathy.