He is survived by his son, Michael Mallery (Sarah), grandchildren, Cooper and Madison Mallery, sister, Melinda Mallery Duncan (Keith), and several nieces and nephews and a great niece.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Benton Mallery and Grace Mallery Brown with whom he shares a birthday with, also preceded by his brother, Larry Mallery.
He loved the Kansas City Chiefs and was a huge University of Memphis fan where he graduated college.
In his younger years he was active at Lindenwood Christian Church where sang in the choir and played on the church sports teams.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests making a donation to: Calvary Rescue Mission, 960 S. Third St., Memphis, TN 38016 or Methodist Hospice Residence, 6416 Quince Road, Memphis, TN 38119.
The family would like to thank the staff of Methodist Hospice Residence for their care.
A graveside service will be held in his honor at Memorial Park Cemetery on Thursday, July 16 at 2:00pm.