David Karl Herner

David K. Herner, age 80, passed away 3/14/2025. He was born May 24,1944 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute to Olin M. Herner and Virginia (Larr) Herner. He was preceded in death by his parents and his three younger brothers; Steven R. Herner; Keith J. Herner; and Robert R. Herner.

David is survived by his wife and best friend, Jodelle (Blackston) Herner, whom he married in 2003; son Scott A. Aselage and wife Diana D. (Mitchell) Aselage of Brazil, IN.; two grandsons, Aaron M. Aselage of Staunton, IN, and Mathew A. Aselage of California. Also, two nephews. Cristopher K. Herner and Cory Herner of Colorado; and one niece, Kelly Ann (Doug) Scolnik of Florida.

David graduated from Wiley High School in 1962, and graduated from Indiana State University in 1967, with a degree in Industrial Technology. He was employed at the former Miller Pharmacy from 1960-62, Commercial Solvents Corp. From 1962-67 and entered the U.S. Army in 1967. He was stationed for 18 months in Fairbanks, Alaska as a helicopter transmission and rotor head specialist, and was discharged in July of 1970. In 1971 David moved to Anderson, IN and began a 30-year career with Delco Remy Div. Of General Motors, where he was a supervisor; serving in numerous production capacities until retirement in 2000. In 2002 he returned to Terre Haute to live out his “golden” years.

In his lifetime, David had many interests and hobbies. In the 1960’s he developed an interest in organized drag racing and built a 1930 Willy’s Coupe to race. He also played Church League softball, golf, and fished when time permitted. In the 1980’s and 1990’s, he collected an extensive collection of vintage baseball cards, and baseball memorabilia. He followed Indiana State athletic events and was a lifetime fan of Stan Musial and the St. Louis Cardinals. His most personally rewarding achievement came in 2002 when, at age 58, he began playing in the Men’s Senior Baseball League on the Terre Haute Volker’s team. He attended the MSLB World Series in Phoenix, AZ four times, including the 2007 sixty years old and over championship team. He “retired” from baseball at age 67 in 2011.

David was active in church from an early age. He believed that no matter how bad things got in your life, if you looked to God, and the Lord Jesus for comfort and guidance, blessings would surely follow. He sincerely believed that by keeping close to God, and giving back through the Church and charities, his life was truly blessed.

According to his wishes, cremation has been chosen. Roselawn Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. On-line condolences may be made at www.roselawnfuneralhome.net.