Obituary, Visitation & Funeral Information

With his wife and kids beside him, and the Buckeyes playing and winning, David Atchison, passed away Saturday, December 5th, 2020 at his home. He was 70 years old.

He was born June 30th, 1950 in Tipp City to Irvin Manley Atchison and Dorothy (Bush) Atchison. Dave graduated from Kiser High School, Class of 1968. He retired after 36 years at Delco Products. Dave attended Moraine City First Church of God.

He was preceded in death by his his parents, Irvin Manley Atchison and Dorothy (Bush) Atchison; grandson Nicholas Bailey; and nephew John Stuart Atchison.

Dave thrived when he was around his grandkids. He loved watching them grow up and experiencing all of the important things in their lives. He loved history, especially the Civil War. He also enjoyed family genealogy. Dave was an avid sports fan who enjoyed college football, particularly the Ohio State Buckeyes. He also loved to follow the Cincinnati Reds. In his earlier years, Dave was the Baseball Commissioner in Huber Heights for several years and youth leader for Ashcraft First Church of God where he also taught Sunday School. For many years, Dave enjoyed being actively involved with many youth, church and community organizations, living his life between his kids sporting events and work.

Dave is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Barbara; children, Tracey (John) Bailey, Josh (Gina) Atchison, Seth (Kaycee) Atchison; step-children, Darla Gurth, Derek (Rose) Hanson; grandchildren, John Bailey, Jr., Jonah Atchison, Zachary Bailey, Grace Atchison, Blake Kleehamer, Vince Hanson, Luke Hanson; brother, Irvin (Sarah) Atchison; nephew, Andrew (Dominique) Atchison; and niece, Lisa (Chris) Raters.

The services will be streamed live via the internet ONLY. Please call (937)848-6651 and leave your email to get an invitation. A virtual visitation on Thursday December 10th from 11:00 am until time of virtual funeral at 12:00 noon at Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home in Bellbrook. Burial will be in Davids Cemetery, Kettering.

You are welcome to send a condolence or flowers, plant a tree and share a story about Dave at www.ConnerAndKoch.com by clicking on his name.

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