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David Offutt Obituary
Feared by some, friend to many, loved by his family; he married MaryDean Morehart in November of 1969. He was an Airborne Ranger in the United States Army and actively served two tours in Vietnam. For many years, he was a brick mason for Eaton Construction and G&S Masonry in Durango, Colorado. He then owned 'Durango Guns' on Main Street and in 2005, he closed his gun shop and retired to Summit Ridge, San Juan Forest.
David was an avid outdoorsman, hunter, fisherman, and proponent of wildlife preservation in Colorado. As a veteran himself, he was a champion for wounded veterans and their care. He enjoyed his years in retirement playing poker at local casinos and taking in the views of the mountain from his front porch.
Surviving David are his spouse, MaryDean Offutt of Mancos, Colorado; his two children; four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. No services are planned and internment will be at Hermosa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or other bereavement gifts, please donate and support the Wounded Warrior Project at woundedwarriorproject.org or call (855-448-3997), and K9s For Warriors at donate.k9sforwarriors.org or call (904-686-1956) and toll-free at (1-888-819-0112).
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Donna Tripp
Yesterday
My heart breaks for your loss
Hazel Anderson
November 8, 2025
Thinking of you with love.
Greg and Teresa Offutt
November 8, 2025
We are saddened by the loss of Uncle Dave. We have fond memories of hunting and shooting with him. We are thankful for all he did for us. Love to the family. Greg and Teresa
Judi Willis
November 7, 2025
Mary Dean, Mike and Karen, my deepest condolences to you for the loss of David. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray & Brenda Sima
November 7, 2025
MaryDean, Mike and Karen. So sorry to hear of the passing of David. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at time of loss.
Joe Offutt
November 4, 2025
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father and I sort of grew up together even though we were not the same age. I always considered he and Mary Dean close friends even if we only saw each other once a year at family reunions. As adults, David and I shared the same beliefs about guns and gun control but I never could resist baiting him on the subject just to watch the veins pop out in his neck. Please give Mary Dean and Mike a hug for me. Love, Joe
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