David Damm

 

David Damm, 90, of Chester, IL, formerly from Carlinville, IL, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his residence in Chester, IL.

 

David was born September 14, 1935 in Wrights, the son of Carl and Vesta Jackson Damm.

 

He married Katherine “Kathy” Woodard Damm on June 6, 1959, in Carrollton, IL. She proceeded him in death on April 20, 2023.

 

David was a hardworking, long-time truck driver. When he wasn’t on the road, he could often be found in his workshop woodworking, out fishing or camping, or enjoying a good game of bowling.

 

He had a deep appreciation for country music and the memories it carried. Above all, David treasured time spent visiting with friends and family.

 

David is survived by daughters, Brenda Lee (Theresa Gross) Damm of Chester, IL, Shanda (Wayne) Weller of Palmyra, IL; grandchildren, Misty (Josh) Straight, Kayla (Aaron) Braun, Katie (Reid) Mills, Jason (Reagan) Weller; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; two brothers, Raymond Damm of Roodhouse, Kenny Damm of Palmyra; sisters, Betty Combs of Carrollton and Sue Coke of Missouri.

 

David was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy A. Damm; son, Ricky Lynn Damm; daughter, Deborah Jean Eggemeyer; infant daughter, Catherine Christine Damm; grandson, Richard David Blake Bland; eight brothers, John, Dean, Carl Leroy, Jim, Tom, Richard, Gary, and Marion Damm and sister, Barb Hall.

 

Visitation was held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville, IL.

 

Funeral Services was conducted on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the funeral home.

 

Burial followed in the Hickory Grove Cemetery, located in Wrights, IL.

 

Memorials may be made to Southern IL Hospice in Marion, IL.

 

Visit www.davisandersonfuneralhome.com to leave condolences or light a candle in his memory.

 

Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.