David Eugene Eakins

David Eugene Eakins, 77, of Ozark, passed away February 10, 2018 at Cox South Hospital. David entered the Kingdom of Heaven surrounded by his family as they sang his favorite song "Amazing Grace." David committed himself to God, his marriage, his family, his dog Bull, and to his work. All who knew David were blessed by his willingness to serve others, his charismatic humor, and his dedication to all that he loved. David worked at Silver Dollar City before starting his ten year commitment to the Ozark School District where he retired in June of 2017. David is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sharon; his children, Michael, Sharon, Matthew, and Thom Eakins; eight grandchildren, Amy Day, Stefanie Eakins, Cody Eakins, Dru Wood, Cassie Mabe, Taylor Eakins, Kameron Eakins, and Lydia Eakins; nine great grandchildren; seven siblings, Guy and wife Jan, Chuck and wife Millie, Janet Heatherly and husband Wandal, Stephen and wife Kay, James and wife Judy, Timothy and wife Joella, and Mark Eakins; two brothers in law; three sisters in law; and numerous nieces and nephews on his and his wife's side of the family. David was preceded in death by his parents, Martha Jane and Guy Eakins; and his siblings, Galen Eakins, John Eakins and Mary Barcliff. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday in Ozark Full Gospel Church, under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Pastor James Eakins officiating. Burial will follow in Ozark City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Friday, February 16, 2018 in Ozark Full Gospel Church.