James David Plymale Jr. passed away on May 27, 2026, at the age of 69.
David was born on November 12, 1956, at St. Mary’s Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, to Lavaughn Clements and James Plymale. He grew up in Arnold, Missouri, and was a 1975 graduate of Fox High School. David proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1979 to 1981, stationed aboard the USS Kitty Hawk.
He was a dedicated member of VFW Post 2184, where he served as Commander for many years. He was deeply respected by his fellow members and will be remembered for his leadership and commitment for years to come.
David was a proud man and those close to him knew that he loved and cared about his family and friends up until the end of his life, he would have done anything for the ones he cared about and that is what he will be remembered for the most.
David is survived by his sister, Beverly (John) Marzuco, his nephews and niece, Klaus Mahler and Shawn Mahler, and Kendra Potts, and his great nieces and nephews, Britta Miller, Kiaria Marzuco, Kaida Potts, Camren Mahler, and Maiya Potts. He was preceded in his death by parents, Lavaughn King (nee Clements) and James Plymale Sr.
SERVICES: Funeral will be held Tuesday, June 16th , Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road at 11:30 AM. Visitation will be on Monday, June 15th, 2026 at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road) from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Interment with honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
Following the funeral on the 16th, there will be a celebration of life at VFW Post 2184, 6327 Lemay Ferry Road.
Dave was a good man and friend he will be very missed I’m glad I got to talk to him twice the day he died. My heart is broken 😞
Had great times with David aboard the USS KITTY HAWK.. ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸😎
My God I can’t believe it. Dave and I spent a lot of time doing Funerals Honors at J. B. And other cemeteries! He will be truly missed.
Dave was a sweet friend and a good person. I will miss him sending me funny texts and videos of yucky snakes to tease me, because he knew I disliked them. Always put a smile on my face! My husband David and I will miss him very much. He was a great Commander at the VFW Posf 2184. Until we meet again our friend may you rest in eternal peace.
Dave was such a good person who would do anything for you. The empty chair at the dinner table on holidays will surely be sad….he has really become close friends with my husband, Preppy who is going to be lost without Dave. We used to tease him about being so grouchy at times….but he always laughed it off. He was a Commander at the VFW one of them years that I was employed there…..I just cannot wrap my head around it… I can’t believe he is gone….Rest In Peace my friend!
I’ve known Dave for about 55 years. We were neighbors at one time lived together at one time went to high school together and spent countless hours together hunting and fishing in our younger days. He was a honest outspoken man cut to the chase kinda guy. I admire that he stood on his truth. I now go back to the old cliché that I wished we would have spent more time face to face in the last few years instead of just scattered phone calls. Rest easy Dave your work on Earth is done.
My deepest condolences to the family. This was such a shock to hear about my cousin. Our prayers are with you all.
May you rest in peace Dave you will be missed,
Will miss you Dave. Enjoyed the time we had BS session at the VFW. May you rest in Peace
We had so many goofy times together my pal…the cardinal baseball game was the best..we laughed and shared secrets..High school friends and very close the last 30 years ..I will truly miss you..
All my love
Anita