David Dwight Creel Sr., 54, a resident of Franklinton passed away Wednesday September 4, 2024 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital after a brief illness. He worked as a mechanic for many years at Mack Grubbs Motors, Bill Hood Motors in Covington and also for Textron. More recently, David worked alongside his family driving a wrecker truck for Ray’s Towing, serving all of Washington Parish and nearby areas. He loved racing, even driving his own dirt track racecar for several years and was always a huge NASCAR fan. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors, most especially taking his grandchildren along with him to the woods and fishing spots. David had a special place in his heart for his pet Boston Terrier “Bear” and loved spending quality with all his family.
Survived by:
2 Sons and a Daughter in law: David Creel, Jr. and Faith Creel of Franklinton,
Brandon Creel of the Thomas Community
Daughter: Gennepher Smith
Grandchildren: Arabelle Creel, Gabriel Creel, Annaleigh Creel, Delilah Creel, Coleman Creel, Kaleb Creel, Caston Creel, Cameron Creel, Camellia Creel, Tayllen Jarrell, Adailynn Jarrell, Corbin Esteve, Robbie Peterson
Parents: Rev. Charles Ray Creel, Sr. and Barbara Adams Creel of Franklinton
Brother: Charles Ray Creel, Jr.
Sister and Brother in law: Rhoda and Douglas Graves
Nieces and Nephews: Danica and Dustin Schmidt, Devin Creel, Britney and Paul Mounts, Eric and Jordan Creel, Chyanna Cleland, Kolton Graves
Special Friend: Vickie Crain
Also numerous aunts, uncles, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends
He was preceded in death by his grandparents and other family members
Visitation will be held at Jesus Name Holiness Church Saturday September 7th beginning at 5:00 pm and continuing until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 pm Sunday with Rev. David Avalos and Rev. Charles Rester officiating. Burial will follow in the Adams Cemetery.
Pallbearers: Devin Creel, Eric Bowman, Larue Creel, Gary Adams
