David Louis Mize, 59 of Jackson, was born Jan. 15, 1961, to Tommy Dale and Geraldine Marie Welter Mize in Cape Girardeau and departed this earth on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, at his home.
He served his country proudly in U.S. Navy.
He is survived by his wife, Maxine Mize of the home; sons, Brandon (Samantha Campbell) Yamnitz of Jackson, Justin L Mize of Gainesville, Georgia, Christopher D Mize, of Canton, Ohio; daughter, Haily N (Kaleb) Webb of Jackson; two grandchildren, Kylie Jo Yamnitz and Vaida Rielle Webb; brothers Tom Mize of Atlanta, Georgia, Rick Mize of Shreveport, Louisiana; sisters Cathy (Bob) Mize Dieltl of Cape Girardeau, Teresa Mize of Ludowici, Georgia, and sister-in-law Connie Mize; father-in-law, Gary(Geneva) Brandes, and in-laws Terry (Pam) Brandes, Lisa (Richard) Winter, and Tim (Shirley) Brandes. David is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other close family and friends, and his loyal and faithful companion, Charlie.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Paul Mize.
A private memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.
Liley Funeral Homes was in charge of the arrangements and cremation.
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