Born in Pumpkintown, he was the oldest son of the late William Lloyd and Inez Hawkins Cantrell. He was an avid fisherman and Atlanta Braves Baseball fan. David was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.
In addition to his loving wife of 54 years, David is survived by a son: William David "Bill" Cantrell, Jr. (Laura) of Camas, Washington; and a brother: Neal Cantrell (Delta) of Pickens.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by two brothers: Curtis and Alton Cantrell.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 14, 2023, in the Chapel of Dillard Funeral Home with interment to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Pickens
The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 10:45 AM on Thursday, prior to the service, at Dillard Funeral Home.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials can be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church, 902 Pine Grove Church Road, Sunset SC, 29685.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
