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He attended High Point High School and graduated from Davidson College in 1958 where he captained the football and wrestling teams. He was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity and president his senior year. He received the Tommy Peters Award as the most outstanding athlete at Davidson College. He received a masters degree from Boston University in education while serving as Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.
He started his coaching career at Garringer High School in Charlotte then coached at the college level at The Citadel, Davidson College, Georgia Tech, University of Hawaii, University of South Carolina, University of Arizona then returned to Davidson College. Fagg received the James P. Hendrix award in 2009 given by Davidson College to a football letterman with outstanding accomplishments in their chosen field. After retiring from coaching, he continued to work at Davidson College in fundraising and was a color analyst for the Wildcats' football radio broadcast.
David was preceded in death by his parents Julius and Carrie Fagg; his brothers Julius Jr., Thomas and Donald; and sisters Drucilla, Nancy and Delphine.
Survivors include his wife Barbara Ellington Fagg; sons David Ellington (wife Mary Beth), Scott Fagg, Brandon Ellington (wife Nancy) and Jon Fagg (wife Amanda); nine grandchildren David II (wife Ashlyn), Bartlett, Betsy (husband Kelsey), Malia (husband Taylor), Hannah, Brandon II, Jon II (wife Ashton), Reed and Ellie; and four great grandchildren Leigh, Tripp, Tucker and Carson.
A service will be held at Davidson College Presbyterian Church on Saturday, February 1st at 12:00 noon to celebrate his life and a reception following at the Congregation House.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to:
Davidson College Athletics (gifts can be made online at davidson.edu/makeagift. Select "athletics" on the form and then "Unrestricted Athletic Support" or another designation. If you prefer to send a check, please send it to: Davidson Athletic Fund, 209 Ridge Road, Box 5000, Davidson, NC 28035)
Davidson College Presbyterian Church (gifts can be made online at https://www.dcpc.org/giving or checks can be mailed to Davidson College Presbyterian Church, PO Box 337, Davidson NC 28036)
James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family.
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Ron Smith
January 8, 2025
I remember Coach Fagg at Garinger in the mid 1960s. A great man. May Lord bless his family.
Bob Sanders
January 2, 2025
Coach Fagg was my COACH! I am forever grateful for everything he unselfishly did on my behalf. His influence on me was not only professional, but personal. I witnessed firsthand a winner who loved his wife, his family, his players, and his sport, and I wanted to be like him. His love for Davidson and the game of football inspired me to want to be a coach. He poured into me as a student athlete during our time together at Davidson, and he provided guidance and support for me long after my playing days were over. God used Coach Fagg in my development in a mighty way and I am grateful for the blessing of being one of "his guys." His mentoring and his friendship will forever be fond memories for me, and I feel honored and blessed to call Coach my friend. Coach made me feel part of his family, and to you all I say thank you for sharing Coach with me. His enthusiasm and direction will be missed for now, but I look forward to our meeting again and sharing eternity together knowing his love for the Lord was always evident to all. Ms. Barbara, thank you for sharing Coach with so many by allowing him to do what he loved and allowing him to inspire, encourage, and teach us what it means to be a man. Know I am only a phone call away and the answer is always yes! Please accept my deepest condolences for the homecoming of Coach and know you and the family are in our prayers. I loved Coach Fagg and I love you guys. I don´t know if football is played in Heaven, but if they do I have a sneaking suspicion I would recognize one of the guys under the headset on the sidelines! Thanks Coach for a life well lived. You know I love you!
Mary Tomey
January 2, 2025
I will cherish my time with Dave . He has been a great influence in my life. I appreciate his continued contact with Angela and Rich. They looked forward to his calls. I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man. Sending love and sympathy to all of the family. Mary Tomey
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Greg and Kay Ogle
January 1, 2025
Delphine was proud of her younger brother. I talked with Uncle David on several occasions. Greg and I are sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for Aunt Barb and the rest of his family. Rest In Peace!
John Richard Short
January 1, 2025
David Fagg was the defensive line coach for my senior year at Davidson College. I had the opportunity to coach with him the year after I graduated. He was one of the most powerful influencers in my life. I´m glad I was able to tell him that at the first game in the new stadium, which was named for him.
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