MILFORD – David James Moody, age 67, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital in Warsaw.
He was born on March 27, 1957, the son of Archie and Gladys Stahly Moody. On Jan. 15, 1983, he married Gloria Mehl.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gloria Moody, of Milford; two daughters, Heather Yoder, of Elkhart; and Charity (James) Fritz, of Claypool; five grandchildren: Glenn, Haddan, Dylan, Taylor, and Liam; four great-grandchildren, Kasen, Kyndalyn, Oaklyn and Wyatt; siblings: Tom (Kathy) Moody, of Milford; Mary Helmuth, of Nappanee; and Sally Morehead, of Milford; and Jack (Laura) Moody, of Oswego.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Archie Moody and Gladys Riggens; a granddaughter, Lillian Burton; and a brother, Mac Moody.
Dave graduated from Warsaw High School in 1976 and eventually married a girl from Wawasee. He loved hunting, fishing, golfing and was a legendary mushroom hunter. Family was his number one priority along with spoiling his grandchildren. He loved his family and friends greatly, and was greatly loved by them. Dave was also very patriotic and loved his country, along with President Trump. He will be deeply missed.
Family and friends will gather in Dave’s honor from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 at Mishler Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 461 W. CR 900N, Milford.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place following the visitation. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family online at www.mishlerfhcc.com.