David Lee Stump

David Lee Stump, age 83, of Grand Island, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. David is now in his permanent home which has been prepared for him by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Memorial service and celebration of David’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 5, at Peace Lutheran Church with Pastor Luke Biggs officiating. Interment with full military honors will be at 1:00 p.m. at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. There is a visitation from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the church. All Faiths Funeral Home is assisting the family. Memorials are suggested to David’s family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be directed to www.giallfaiths.com. David L. Stump was born on July 1, 1940, in Grand Island, the son of Ben and Viola (Ihde) Stump. He grew up in Grand Island and was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and GISH, graduating with the Class of 1958. Upon graduation, David entered the military service, serving in the United States Army from Dec. 1964 – June 1968 during the Vietnam era. He was wounded in action and received the Purple Heart for his valor. After receiving his honorable discharge, he went to work for the Federal Government with a job in the civil service sector at MIT in Ayr, Massachusetts. Upon his retirement from MIT, he returned to Grand Island and finished his career at the Social Security Office as a security guard. David loved fast cars and was constantly trading for one with a bigger engine and maximum horsepower. The highlight of his retirement was being able to go on the Hero Flight to Washington D.C. and experience the activities and see the many memorials dedicated to our Veterans. This wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and hard work put in by the staff and the many volunteers involved. You have our sincere thanks. David also enjoyed reading the Bible as was evident by his regular attendance at the men’s Bible study class on Friday mornings at Trinity Lutheran Church. He was always asking questions wanting to learn more about God’s meaning and plan for his life. David will be sorely missed by all those who loved and knew him. Survivors include his brother Ben (Patty) Stump; step-nieces and step-nephew, Christian Nielsen, Shawn (Jodi) Nielsen, Airika Nielsen (fiancé, Chris Lorenz) and great-niece, Maddie Nielsen. David was preceded in death by his parents.

David Lee Stump

July 1, 1940 - January 23, 2024

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July 1, 1940 - January 23, 2024

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