David E. Breeden, age 79, of Knoxville, went to his Heavenly Home on Monday, June 18, 2018. He was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church. He was retired from the DOE after 35 years of service. Mr. Breeden was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a very devoted, loving, caring, husband, father and grandfather. Survived by loving wife of almost 60 years, Diane Breeden; sons, Scott Breeden and wife Kimberly, Richard Breeden and wife Donna; grandchildren, Alex, Chad, Garrett, and Mallory Breeden; sister, Kaye Breeden; brother, Allen Breeden. Family and friends will meet Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 9:15 am at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Gov. John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN for the 9:30 am graveside service with Rev. Kent Williams officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Compassion in Action, 3201 Chantilly Dr., Knoxville, TN 37917. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com