David Lee Stump

November 30, 1950 - October 9, 2021

David Lee Stump, 70, Nappanee, died 12:05 p.m. Saturday, October 9, 2021, at his home. He was born November 30, 1950, in Elkhart, to Leighton James & Arlene (Geyer) Stump. On November 30, 1984, he married Cathy (Blosser) Stump. Surviving are his wife, Cathy, Nappanee, 5 children, Katie (Sam) Reece, Marquette, Michigan, Emily Stump, Nappanee, Abigail Stump, Nappanee, Tyler Stump, Nappanee, Andrew Stump, Nappanee, 4 grandchildren, Alyssa, Aubrey, Janet & Sammy, his mother, Arlene Stump, Wakarusa, sister, Diana (Cliff) Graybill, Bremen, brothers, Steven (Barbara) Stump, Wakarusa, Terry (Delores) Stump, Wakarusa, Mark (Stephanee) Stump, Angola and Rex (Jenny) Stump, Wauseon, Ohio. Preceding him in death is his father, Leighton and 1 grandchild. David graduated from Bob Jones University with a bachelor’s degree and Master of Divinity. He went on to Pastor the Southwest Bible Church for 31 years. He also delivered parts for Advance Auto, Goshen. Anyone who knew David, knew of his humor and wit, matched only by his father…and maybe his brothers. David loved to read from his Bible commentaries to mystery or history. His love of books was only surpassed by his love for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. David enjoyed meeting new people and sharing stories. Visitation will be 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa. Also 1 hour prior to the funeral service 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Southwest Bible Church, 24899 CR 40, Goshen. Pastor Jim Kintigh, Pastor Rex Stump and Pastor David Harper will officiate. Burial will follow at Olive (West) Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Faith Mission, Elkhart Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com