Dr/ David Alan Tank

1959 - 2024

Dr. David Alan Tank, 65, of Springfield, passed away at 6:33 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, surrounded by his close family and friends at the home of his beloved partner of 16 years in Fredericktown.

A native of Davenport, Iowa, he was born Aug. 19, 1959, to the late Albert William and Mary Elizabeth Leora Sourdiff Tank.

He was a 1995 graduate of the Palmer College of Chiropractic. He was a prominent chiropractor serving the Springfield community for more than 20 years. Dr. Tank enjoyed bicycling, hiking, visiting national parks and spending time on his farm.

Survivors include his son, Zac (Savannah) Tank of Shelbyville; his sister, Joan Diane Marie (Thomas) Kaasa of Davenport, Iowa; his former wife, Melody Paul Shannon and her children, Brandon Swanson of Louisville and Nicole (Chad) Payton of Bowling Green and their three children, Skylar, Gunnar and Asher Payton; his beloved partner, Betty Hamilton of Fredericktown and her children, Curtis (Becca) Hamilton and their children, Rebecca Grace and Anna; Carolyn Hamilton and her children, Olivia (John) Figg and Ava Hamilton and Holly (Ben) Burks and their daughter, Elena Burks.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at Carey & Son Funeral Home officiated by Todd Hill.

Visitation is from 3 until 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, contributions to the Campbellsville University School of Chiropractic are encouraged. Gifts may be given by phone at 270-789-5074 or by mail to 1 University Drive UPO 784, Campbellsville KY 42718.