David Eugene O’Donnell

1955 - 2023

David Eugene O’Donnell obituary, 1955-2023, Ellijay, GA

David Eugene O’Donnell

1955 - 2023

BORN

1955

DIED

2023

David O’Donnell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2023.
Mr. David Eugene O'Donnell, 67, of Ellijay, died Sunday, March 12, 2023, at his residence.

He was born May 14, 1955, in Ohio to the late Jack O'Donnell and Mary Anne Elliott. He loved horses and Harley-Davidson Motorcycles.

He is preceded in death by sons, John David O'Donnell and Derek Vanover; and sister, Debra O'Donnell.

He is survived by loving wife, Katherine "Beth" Elizabeth O'Donnell; sons, Dustin (Shyanne) Vanover and Dawson Vanover; grandchildren, Magnolia Rose Vanover, Vallery Marie Vanover and Titan Hunter Vanover; and great aunt, Willa Nell Copeland.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 16, 2023, from the Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church with Elder David Smith officiating.

Interment was in the Mooney Memorial Park.

Pallbearers were Dustin Vanover, Dawson Vanover, Tommy Long, Jeffery Hunter, Charlie Shore, Johnny Starks and Joseph Hunter.

Condolences can be made at www.bernhardtfh.com.

Bernhardt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support David's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor David O’Donnell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign David O’Donnell's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?