He was a 1976 graduate of Monticello High School and was a retired Supervisor with Akin Industries for many years. David was an avid deer hunter. He would begin getting ready by the first of September and never miss a day of the hunt always waiting for the ''big one''. One of David's greatest passions was to head west every summer to the mountains of Colorado or Wyoming in search of cooler weather and a snow pile.
He is survived by his mother, Kathleen Brantley Rawls of Monticello; a sister, Gloria Schwab of Rogers; his son, Jeff Rawls and wife Lindsay; his daughter, Samantha Tucker and husband Seth all of Monticello; six grandchildren, Jaxon, Ace and Kam Rawls and Silas, Brantley and Knox Tucker; a host of cowboy buddies and hunting friends; a very close friend, David Patrick; and his very best friend, his dog Apollo.
There will be a graveside service in Shiloh Cemetery at a later date. The family would like to thank the Drew Memorial staff and Hospice of Monticello for the excellent care they gave David. You can sign his guestbook registry here on his page.
Condolences(15)
Kay myers
Gould, AR Friday, August 22, 2025 May God welcome David in heaven,I worked with him at akin,and he was a very nice person,my prayers goes out to his familyLynn Stewart
Springdale, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2025 So very sorry. David was a good friend in school and he will be missed.Sherry O'Neill -Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2025 Kathleen & family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around you, comfort you, and give you peace.Cecile Knight
Gilbert, AR Wednesday, August 20, 2025 Gloria and Family, I was sorry to hear of David's passing. I pray for peace for you and David's family. I knew David through one of his cowboy friends, Bruce Knight. I bet those two are up to something.Faye Lewis
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Dear Family, so sad to hear of David’s passing. I didn’t know David well, but I know his mom Kathleen and sister Gloria very well and for a very long time. I know how much they loved David and will miss him as his children and grands will miss him too. My prayers are with you all.Bradley and Paula Herring
Warren, AR Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Jeff, Samantha and all the Family we are so sorry to hear about David. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with each one of you.Jade Ross
Monticello, AR Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Praying for you all. So sorry about Mr David.Jackie McKeown
Tillar, AR Monday, August 18, 2025 Deepest condolences to his family. Going to miss those tall tales!Bruce Brown
Monticello, AR Sunday, August 17, 2025 Thoughts & prayers for y’all. Sorry for you lossKay Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 16, 2025 To David's family: I am so sorry for your great loss. You have my prayers at this very sad time.Pam Gladden
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 16, 2025 My love to the family! I love you all! So many memories! I pray strength to you all during this time!Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Saturday, August 16, 2025 David was a good man, Long time friend, I am so sorry, PrayersChuck Vining
MONTICELLO, AR Saturday, August 16, 2025 R.I.P.Lori mckeown
Monticello, AR Friday, August 15, 2025 My heart goes out to you. David was a one if a kind man and a true friend to my dad. He’ll always be remembered.Jamie Rawls
Monticello, AR Friday, August 15, 2025 You are in my thoughts and prayers.