Obituary

David Joel Carruth
March 29, 1964 - August 13, 2019



David Joel Carruth, a resident of Kentwood, LA., was peacefully welcomed into heaven on August 13, 2019 after a brief illness following heart surgery. He was born March 29, 1964 in Kentwood to his loving parents Ransom David Carruth and Yvonne Bryant Carruth. David was a boilermaker by trade but had been unable to work for many years.

David is survived by his sisters Mary Jo Ricks of McComb, MS and Kathy Wales (Chris) of Kentwood, LA, 5 nieces and nephews Rob Ricks, Rondi Ricks, Kirk Wales, Kristen Eichholz and Korey Wales. He also had 11 great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his companion and caregiver of many years Rachel Marvin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Barbara Carruth, and an infant brother.

A memorial service will be held at Pine Ridge United Methodist Church, Kentwood, LA on August 24, 2019 from 9:00 till the service at 11:00 A.M. officiated by Bro. Michael Townsend.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pine Ridge United Methodist Church Cemetery
Fund in memory of David.