David received his Master's Degree in Social Work from Tulane University. He was a retired social worker with the State of Louisiana. He loved playing the piano, and enjoyed gardening, reading, and spending time with his friends.
David is survived by his husband, Willis Walley, III "Chip"; his sister, Faith Ruminer; his brother, Steven Zumalt (Peggie); his brother-in-law, Wilson Swire; and his nephews and nieces, Kevin Zumalt, Bradley Swire (Kate), Stephanie Stephens (Wade), Joshua Ruminer (Heather), and Caleb Ruminer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Eva Jackson Zumalt; his brother, Darrell Zumalt; and his sister, Marcelyn Swire.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Hospice Compassus and Palliative Care, Tulane Cancer Center, and Julie Abshire, for the care and compassion they gave David.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans, on Monday, June 29, 2020 from 1:00PM until 2:00PM. Interment will be private.
To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com
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