David Nease

David Wayne Nease, 51, of Bellefontaine, passed peacefully from the loving arms of his wife, children, and parents to the healing arms of Christ on May 13, 2016.

David leaves behind his wife of 28 years, Hollie (Cohen) Nease, formerly of Sanford, Florida, along with their two daughters, Danielle Nease and Leanna (Dale) Snyder; and a son, David Andrew Nease; three grandchildren, Caramina Noel “Nina” Nease, Bryson Wayne and CJ Lewis Snyder, all of Bellefontaine.

David was born August 14, 1964 in Cincinnati, Ohio, to George William “Bill” and Barbara L. Nease, who both survive. At the age of three, his family moved to Bellefontaine, where he was raised, along with four siblings who all survive him: sisters, Cynthia (Brent) Elliott and Sandra (Christopher) Winter; brothers, Richard (Shelley) Nease and James (Shoan) Nease, all of Bellefontaine. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

As the Director of Physical Plant Operations at Wittenberg University, David was very proud of his department’s projects. The Hollenbeck Hall project, which he completed as Construction Superintendent with Thomas and Marker Construction, was his proudest professional accomplishment.

David was a master craftsman, designing and building custom furniture. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, skiing, and just being in nature. David loved animals, especially his dog Gunner. His favorite sport was baseball which he played in his youth, coached as an adult, and served as president of Zanesfield Summer Recreation. In 2013 David was inducted in to the Benjamin Logan Athletic Hall of Fame. In more recent years, he enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds and The Ohio State Buckeyes with lifelong friend, Mark Butler.

A devout Christian, David was a member of the Middleburg United Methodist Church. He served on the Building Committee, often donating his time and talent. He also assisted other area churches with special projects. David was always eager to attend a Christian Rock concert and could often be spotted in the first row of a Third Day or Casting Crowns show.

The family would like to thank the staff of Universal Home Health and Hospice for their care and support during a very difficult time.

Pastor Bruce Bell will officiate a Celebration of Life service at 11 am on Monday, May 23, 2016 at the Goshen Friends Church, 5527 County Road 153, Zanesfield, OH 43360. Visitation will be Sunday, May 22, 2016, from 2 to 6 pm at the Eichholtz, Daring and Sanford Funeral Home, 321 N. Main St, Bellefontaine, OH 43311.

Memorial contributions may be made to the David W. Nease Scholar-Athlete Memorial Fund, c/o PNC Bank, 145 S Main St, Bellefontaine, OH 43311 or to Universal Home Health and Hospice, 701 S Main St, Bellefontaine, OH 43311

Funeral Arrangements are in care of the Eichholtz, Daring and Sanford Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bellefontaine.

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