Funeral service for Mr. David Dewayne Sells, age 62, of Fayetteville, TN will be conducted at 11 am on Friday, June 5, 2020 at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Eddie Graves officiating. Burial will follow in Burnum Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 5pm to 8pm on Thursday, June 4, 2020.
David was born on July 16, 1957, in Franklin Co., Tennessee to the late David Brooks and June Farris Sells. He passed away on June 3, 2020. David retired from Amana and then pursued a second career as a truck driver.
Mr. Sells is survived by his daughter, Bobbie Sells of Shelbyville; step daughter, Kristy (Steve) Blackwell of Fayetteville; step son, Wayne (Kim) Frame of Tullahoma; grandchildren, Hunter Sells, Johnathon Bland, and Kevin Kent; sisters, Debbie Sells, Glenda (Ben) Porterfield, and Mitzi Burnum (Tim Holland); brother, Ricky (Diane) Sells; very special friend, Jackie Martin; and special friends, Nelson Norris, Will Wright, and Sammy Caldwell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Teresa Sells.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. David Dewayne Sells.
In accordance with State of Tennessee Executive Order No. 38 by Governor Bill Lee, social gatherings are limited to no more than 50 participants. For your safety we recommend face coverings, 6 feet social distancing, practicing good hygiene, and remaining home if you feel sick. The family invites you to share memories at higginsfh.com.
12 Comments To "David Dewayne Sells"
#1 Comment By Gerald and Wanda Scott On June 3, 2020 @ 4:14 pm
God bless the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come!! David was a Very Kind Person!! Will truly be missed!🙏🙏
#2 Comment By Gay Parsley On June 3, 2020 @ 4:18 pm
So very sorry to hear of David’s passing. He was always such a kind and considerate man with a gentle spirit. My Condolences to all his family.
#3 Comment By Charlie Dionne On June 4, 2020 @ 6:12 am
Prayers are with the family and loved ones of David. May God’s peace and comfort be with each one as you grieve your loss.
Hospice Chaplain Dionne
#4 Comment By Debbie Morris On June 4, 2020 @ 6:25 am
So sorry to hear this. I remember David was a sweet guy and always went out of his way to be helpful. Prayers for the family.
#5 Comment By BOBBY MCNATT On June 4, 2020 @ 6:54 am
SO SO SORRY
#6 Comment By Linda F. Williams On June 4, 2020 @ 8:57 am
Prayers for David’s family. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I remember him from school. May God help you through this time. It is so hard to lose a sibling. Love to each of you.
#7 Comment By Randall and Gayle Shelton On June 4, 2020 @ 9:14 am
Mitzi, Debbie, and all the family. We are so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around you during this time. Remembering all in our prayers.
#8 Comment By JAMES LASTER On June 4, 2020 @ 9:43 am
I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DEBBIE SELLS
#9 Comment By Jeanette Brandon Rose On June 4, 2020 @ 12:14 pm
God bless you all. I’m so sorry for another loss for the family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. 🌹❤️🙏🏻
#10 Comment By Jimmy and Dana Sartain On June 4, 2020 @ 12:54 pm
So sorry to hear of David’s passing
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
#11 Comment By Fay Dempsey On June 4, 2020 @ 8:21 pm
I’m so sorry for y’all lost keeping y’all in my prayers David an me was friends for over 30 years . I have only fond memories of him .
#12 Comment By Ashley Norris On September 14, 2020 @ 4:49 pm
U was such a close family friend, u and ur whole family was close with mine. I absolutely am heartbroken to hear of ur passing. My heart hurts for all that’s grieving right now. May god bless everyone and help them during this time of loss….love you and ur family always