David Howell Laird passed away on June 12, 2018 peacefully in his sleep, after a year long battle with cancer. Born May 6th, 1937 in Tipton, Oklahoma to Mitchell and Floye Laird.
He played half back and graduated from University of Tulsa in 1960. In 1961-1962, he served in the Air Force Reserves branch, he began his 27 year career with Southwestern Bell Yellow Pages which took him to places around the world that he had only dreamed about as a child. David was a born leader with a passion for life and a huge heart that always gave 110% in everything and everyone he believed in.
He is survived by his son Damon, daughter-in-law Kathleen and his grandchildren; Mackenzie, Devin, and Bailey, residing in Missouri City Texas. In his final days care was provided by Eden’s Reflection, which kept him comfortable and provided excellent care.
A Memorial Service will be held for David on June 26, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Earthman Southwest Funeral Home, 12555 S. Kirkwood, Stafford TX 77477.
David has requested Donations to Wounded Warriors or The American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.