OBITUARY

David William Gittemeier of Sullivan, MO departed this life at his home on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, having reached the age of seventy-one years, seven months and fourteen days. David was born in St. Louis, MO on February 8, 1955, son of Frank Raymond Gittemeier and Elizabeth Ann Gittemeier nee Nelson. On April 15, 1978 he was united in marriage to Cynthia Faye Stark and two daughters came to bless this union.

David is survived by his wife, Cynthia Gittemeier of Sullivan, MO; by his daughters, Georgia Gittemeier of St. Charles, MO and Elizabeth “Betsy” Schapp and husband, Greg, of DeSoto, MO; by his brothers, Frank Gittemeier of St. Louis, MO and Tim Gittemeier and wife, Janet, of Salem, MO; by his granddaughters, Cora Schapp and Tessa Schapp; by brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Gittemeier.

During his working career he was employed in the maintenance department of Chemline Inc. in St. Louis, MO, serving the company for fifteen years. David enjoyed riding his ATV, going hunting and tinkering around the house for various projects. He especially loved his pet dog, a Labrador mix named Troy. What meant most to him was time spent with family. The love they shared and many precious memories they created together will be cherished by them all forever.

A kind and loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and treasured friend, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

A celebration of life will be held from 12:00 to 4:00 PM Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation.