It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mr. David Lincoln Sells, age 44, of Fayetteville, TN. Mr. Sells was born on September 12, 1974 to Richard “Ricky” and Diane Eakes Sells. He was a veteran of the United States Army and worked as a network engineer for Lockheed Martin. Mr. Sells passed away on October 7, 2018.
Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Lisa Beth Rossnagel Sells; daughter Abby Sells; siblings, Tina (Brian) Woodall, Nicky (Chelsea) Sells, and Sam (Tim) Sims; paternal grandfather, Brooks Sells; maternal grandmother, Thelma Ruth Eakes; nieces, KayLee & Madison Sells; nephew, Wesley Sims; mother and father-in-law, Bart “Boston” and Anita Rossnagel; brother-in-law, Bradley Rossnagel; and his napping buddy, Mr. Bojangles. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, June Sells, and maternal grandfather, Columbus Eakes.
There will be a time for visitation with the family on Thursday, October 11, 2018, at 10 AM until 12 PM at Higgins Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service at 12 PM. Burial will follow in the Booneville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517, AMVETS.org at 4647 Forbes Blvd. Lanham, MD 20706, or the Patriot Guard Riders at 6641 E. 85th Street North Owasso, OK 74055.
Diane & family,
I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and I will remember you in my prayers. May you have comfort at this difficult time.
Lynn Dunn
Lisa and Abby and family, Wes and I are so very sorry for your loss. Dave was an amazing person. He was a mentor and a friend and will be truly missed. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane I am so sorry for the loss of you son. I never met him but always felt close to Mrs Eakes family. I miss seeing her so much but I just do not get out much. You all will be in my Prayers.
Hi Ricky and Diane – So sorry to hear of your loss of David. You have my thoughts as it is hard to lose that sweet child. I think of Jason every day. . Also remember them growing up. Bye now
Lisa, I am so very sorry for your loss. Like many, I have lots of great memories of Dave and he will always be remembered. My heart goes out to both you and Abby.
So sorry to hear this. It was great working with Dave and getting to know him. Prayers to his family through this tragedy. ??
Lisa & Abby, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep you in this time of sorrow.
Dave was a great mentor to me at DISA. Extremely saddened to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his friends and family.
Lisa, Abby and family I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are for you in this difficult time. May God hold you close as you face the journey ahead. My love to you all,
Lisa and family we are so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you and Abby and your families.
much love to you both.
My heart breaks. David was a great man admired by all. I am sorry for your loss.
Lisa and family, I’m so saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. It was truly a pleasure to count him as a dear friend over the last 13 years. He was one-of-a-kind talented individual. I hope you feel surrounded by much love. With deepest heartfelt sympathy
I’m so sorry to learn about Dave’s passing. Dave was an awesome person and he will be missed. may God bless your family
Lisa, I’m so sorry to hear this!! I’m here for you! Please call me when you want to talk!
I am so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. I had the pleasure to know and work with both David and Lisa and consider them much more than co-workers. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Kathy and I are very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. You and the family are in our thoughts and prays.
So sorry to hear this devastating news. You and your family our in our thoughts.
Ricky, Diane, and families,
So sorry to hear of David’s passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May your beautiful memories help you during your time of sadness.
i am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family
I’m so sorry for the loss of David Lincoln, nothing hurts worse than loosing a child. I pray for your family to have the comfort they need during this time. It hurts so bad when you have no answers as to what happen, it’s been 13 yrs. that my family suffered a loss just like yours and she was 41. God will bring you all through this horrible because you all are a tight knit family and love each other very much.
I love you all very much and will do anything to help! Aunt Rita<<<<<<
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and loved one. I’m praying for your family.
Lisa, we’re sorry to hear of your loss and we’re praying for peace and comfort for you and Abby ??!
So very sorry for your great loss….our deepest condolences……prayers for all his family…..
Lisa and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m praying for you and your family. May the Lord bring you comfort in your time of need.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Prayers for you all.