He was born in Hardin Co. Kentucky, Aug 4, 1921. He was a retired radio technician at Fort Knox. He was a long time deacon and Bible study teacher at Lee’s Lane Baptist Church and later a member of Valley View Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Pearl Tabor and his brother Lloyd. After 68 years of marriage, he is survived by his wife, Mary Belle, the love of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Katherine Hollis (Alvin), sister –in-law Betty Tabor, daughters Gloria McBee(Jim), Debbie Lassiter(Mike), six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren.
He loved bluegrass and gospel music and he is now singing with the saints. Service will be Monday 2:00 pm at Heady-Hardy Funeral Home, burial in Bethany Cemetery, Visitation will be Monday 10-2. Memorial gifts can be made to Dave Walker Ministries, 3905 Valley Station Rd, 40272.