David Monroe Yarberry was born to Chester (Jack) and Ruby Yarberry in Prescott, Arkansas on April 11, 1933. His childhood was spent on the family farm in rural Wallaceburg, where he learned to work hard and bring excellence to whatever he set out to accomplish. David attended Blevins ISD in his youth, became a star basketball player on a championship team, and was given the nickname, “Monk”. He went on to attend Southern Arkansas University as an engineering major.
Mary Ruth Reese captured his heart at first sighting and the two were married on April 15, 1955. The couple moved to Irving, TX and started a family which would become their greatest joy and shared legacy. They later moved to Mesquite where they lived out the remainder of their years. Dedication and integrity were his trademark traits during his career as a salesman at Sears for 40 years. He proved himself invaluable and was so adept he retired twice, as his management just could not let him go the first time. Monroe, as he was known to family and friends, was a man of charm borne not of pretense but of a genuine warmth, and thus endeared himself to those he encountered, without effort. While Mary was the heart of the family, Monroe was the cornerstone.
Pepa, as he is fondly known by his grandchildren, is remembered as a western-loving, Arkansas Razorbacks and Dallas Cowboys rooting man who spent hours fishing. He passed on a love for music to his children and grandchildren as well as pool and card playing skills. All of these past-times were enjoyed most when his family was by his side. Kind, Goofy, Astute, Loyal, Gentle, Comical, Cheerful, and Honorable. These are the characteristics that Monroe embodied and passed on to his descendants. Whether employing humor or insight, he always had the right words at the right time. The trait most frequently attributed to Monroe is his storytelling. His quick wit and uproarious humor would instantly bring laughter and light up a room. His stories also brought poignant wisdom, imparting life lessons and thoughtful reflection. Above all, Monroe had a fierce and unfaltering love for his family and was quick to embrace new members of his ever growing ‘nearest and dearest’, proving blood was not the only thing that bonded a family. To be in the presence of Monroe was to be accepted, loved, and showered with the most authentic complements. He was a man concerned with the emotional wellbeing of all he encountered and strove to brighten everyone’s day.
“If I can make one person’s day, doesn’t it make it all worth it?”, “Leroy farted.” ~ David Monroe Yarberry (Pepa)
Mr.Yarberry is preceded in death by his parents Jack & Ruby Yarberry; his beloved wife Mary Yarberry and a cherished son Steven Monroe Yarberry. He is survived by his son and daughter-in law David and Nancy Yarberry; his daughter and son-in-law Cindy and Steve McCollum; his grandchildren Crystal Thomason, Jeremy Yarberry, Jeff Yarberry, Kelly Robison, and Amy Bishop; 15 great grandchildren with 1 more on the way, and 1 great great-grandson.
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