David Roy Hiltbrunner Sr.

David Roy Hiltbrunner Sr. obituary, New Haven, OH

David Roy Hiltbrunner Sr.

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David Hiltbrunner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Secor Funeral Home - Willard on Mar. 29, 2026.
David Roy Hiltbrunner Sr., age 75, of New Haven, Ohio passed away at home with his loving family by his side. He was born on January 21st, 1950 in New London, Ohio to the late Chester and Leona (Surrarrer) Hiltbrunner. David worked and retired from CSX railroad after 35 years. He enjoyed watching football and NASCAR and playing angry birds.
He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Danette (Cope) Hiltbrunner; son, David (Meghan) Hiltbrunner Jr.; daughter, Christina (Donald) Hiltbrunner-Bentley; special son, Derrick (Brittany) Reed; grandchildren, David Hiltbrunner III, Madison Penix, Jackson Bentley, Hunter Bentley, Rebekah (John) Wells and Taylor Bartley; brother, George (Barbara) Hiltbrunner.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Valerie Bartley and grandson, Hampton Clay.
Calling hours will be on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Donate Life. Online condolences can be made to David's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com

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Secor Funeral Home

Willard, OH

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