David E. Yarnell, 76, of Montgomery, passed away at 2:50 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington.
He was born February 17, 1943 to the late Max and Thelma (Gillespie) Yarnell.
David married Judy (Dillman) Yarnell on December 22, 1966 and she survives.
David enjoyed making people smile by performing as a clown for the Shriners. He had a lifelong interest in funeral service. He was knowledgeable in all things funeral related and was driven by compassion for helping families suffering a loss. David never met a stranger and had such a kind and loving soul. He will be missed by all who knew him.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Thelma (Gillespie) Yarnell; siblings, Keith Yarnell, Kenneth “Buddy” Yarnell, Shirley Griffin, Jeanne Wagoner and Jimmy Yarnell.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Yarnell of Montgomery; sons, David (Iesha) Yarnell of Brooklyn, New York and Daniel Yarnell of Montgomery; grandchildren, Josh Yarnell, Mason Yarnell, Christian Yarnell and Zachary Yarnell; siblings, Cynthia Yarnell, Ted (Judy) Yarnell, Judy Lankford, Linda Olberding and Dr. Stephen (Karen) Yarnell; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted at 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2019 at Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee. Burial will follow in Goodwill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, June 6, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee.
Memorial contribution may be made to any Shriners Hospital for Children.
Condolences may be made online at www.blakefuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements were provided by Blake Funeral Home in Loogootee.
