David Ray Prichard

David Ray Prichard obituary, Hestand, KY

David Ray Prichard

David Prichard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Yokley-Trible Funeral Home on Dec. 17, 2025.
David Ray Prichard, 78, of Hestand, KY passed away Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 at his home. David was born in Indianapolis, IN on March 21, 1947, a son of the late Loradean (Cassetty) and Orby E Prichard.

David married his wife, Ginger (Slaughter) Prichard, on January 20, 1977 in Indianapolis, IN.

David served his country in the U.S Marines and was a proud veteran. David made a career as a tool and die machinist at Allison and General Motors Companies for 30 plus years before he retired. He was a member of the UAW.

Along with his wife, David is survived by a daughter, Nicole Dawn Prichard, of Phoenix, AZ, a son, David Ray Prichard ll, of Clarksville, TN, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. David is also survived by two brothers, Doug Cassetty Prichard, of Brownsburg, IN and Orby Gene Prichard, of Paragon, IN.

Along with his parents, David is preceded in death by two brothers, Scott and Randy Prichard.

Fulfilling David's wishes, cremation has been chosen as his final disposition.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David Ray Prichard, please visit our floral store.

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

People and places connected with David
How to support David's loved ones
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

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 Prichard'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 Prichard's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?