David L. George

July 24, 1953 - September 26, 2017

David L. George, age 64, of Jay, OK passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at his home after a short illness. David was born on July 24, 1953 to Landon and Tessa (Mosier) George in Higgins, Tx where he grew up and graduated high school in 1972. Following graduation, David enlisted in the U.S. Army and proudly served during the Vietnam War. After returning back to the states, he moved to Sasakwa, OK where he worked as a truck driver. On August 4, 2000, David married the love of his life, Marty Kay Choate in Sasakwa, OK. In 2010 the couple moved to Jay where he was employed by Delaware County Dist #2 as a Grader Operator. In his spare time, David enjoyed fishing and being with his family. He was easy-going, caring and had a beautiful smile that will be missed by all that knew him. He was Christian in faith. David was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers and 5 sisters. Left to carry on his legacy: wife, Marty Kay George of the home; children: Shannon Tamplen and husband, Joe of Locust Grove, OK; Toby George and wife, Misy of Pryor, OK; Peggy Millspaugh and husband, Gerald of Oklahoma City, OK; Shalane Choate and wife, Becky of Joshua, TX; Jacob Pippin of Jay, OK and Ali Choate and partner Rusty Delucia of Breezewood, PA; 8 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 1pm Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Sasakwa First Baptist Church in Sasakwa, OK. Pastor Gary Choate to officiate.