David Leroy Heestand

November 2, 1943 - August 14, 2023

David Leroy Heestand, 79, of Staunton, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 at King's Daughters Community Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born on November 2, 1943 and was a son of the late Claude and Helen (Guisse) Heestand.

David retired from Valley Office Machines, and served his country in the US Air Force.

David was united in marriage to Lynda (Lough) Heestand, who survives.

David is also survived by a sister, Beverly Gruszecki of Salem, OH; neices and nephews, Richard, Robin, Randy, and Rhonda Gruszecki, Keith and Brad Heestand; cousins, Maridale McPherson and Patty Marshall; caregiver and friend, Mary Wilhelm.

He was preceded in death by a brother, William Heestand and wife, Glenda; nephew, William Heestand, Jr.

A service celebrating David's life will be held on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023 at 11 AM at Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Bridgewater, with Dr. Steve Traylor officiating. Burial will follow at Emmanuel Church of the Brethren Cemetery. The family will receive friends one-hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and/or the Elkton Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at johnsonfs.com.