of Bradford, AR
December 15, 1949 - August 19, 2020
David Madison Street, 70, returned to his heavenly home on August 19, 2020, where he was met at the Pearly Gates by wagging tails and whimpers of excitement from a host of dear four-legged friends he cherished along his life's journey.
He was born on December 15, 1949, in Los Angeles County, California, the son of Joseph and Doris Street and the younger brother of Paula Heckmann. The family moved from Downy, California, to Magnolia, Ark., when David was entering high school, and he spent the rest of his life in the Natural State.
He had a big heart that, along with his canine friends, held adoration for family particularly his grandchildren and great-grandchild (who called him "Papaw"). He also cared deeply for a host of friends, many since high school, and others from his 14 years with the power plant in Newark, the First Church of the Nazarene in Batesville, the Church of Christ in Olyphant, and his breakfast buddies at the diners atop the hill in Southside.
He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Joe and Doris Street, and sister, Paula. He is survived by his daughter, Lori (Shaun) Robinson, of Bradford; his son, Aaron (Viktoriya) Street, of Hot Springs; grandchildren, Hunter (Hunter) Finney, Lera Street, Sydney Stubbs, Rynne Robinson, Bradley Street, Cooper Robinson, Jordan Street; great-granddaughter, Charlie Finney; and sidekick, Boo.
Just as his father bore the tolls of battle from WWII, David's service in the Vietnam War left lasting impacts on him the remainder of his years, both by engraving a strong sense of patriotism for our Red, White, and Blue, but also with physical challenges that led to multiple bouts of cancer and, ultimately, his final battle with the disease.
Despite these and other challenges, he was an amazing father, teaching Aaron a love of many sports (even after working a graveyard shift), Lori a love of many cars, and both the value of a tidy, carpet-raked home. David was full of "funny" "Dad jokes," and after what he thought was a zinger, he would say, "I've still got it!" David's family and friends will always keep his love and laughter in their hearts.
Pallbearers are Robert Foster, Craig Shirley, Larry Robinson, Arnold Hall, David Hudgens and Mike Jackson. Honorary pallbearers will be Donnie Ray, Keith Mason, R.B. Floyd, Elmer Cochran, Shaun Robinson and Danny Bullock.
Visitation will be Roller-Crouch Funeral Home, 510 College Avenue in Batesville, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 22. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. at Coffeyville Cemetery in Bradford.
Memorial can be made in his honor to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor visitation attendance to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering and social distancing will be observed.
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19 Condolence(s)
Don Martinelli
Sunday, August 23, 2020
Knew David in HIGH SCHOOL.My prayers are with you all.As a VET myself,I salute David for his service to this country.
Sara Carrington
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Aaron, my prayers are with you.
Darrell Walker
Saturday, August 22, 2020
I first met David in high school in Magnolia over 50years ago and we were friends then and now. Made me sad about his passing but I know how he loved Jesus and fellow Christian family.
A good man and loved everyone and is at peace and in his heavenly home.
David we will meet again and thanks for being a great friend to so many.ðŸ™ðŸ»
Darrell Walker
Saturday, August 22, 2020
I first met David in high school in Magnolia over 50years ago and we were friends then and now. Made me sad about his passing but I know how he loved Jesus and fellow Christian family.
A good man and loved everyone and is at peace and in his heavenly home.
David we will meet again and thanks for being a great friend to so many.ðŸ™ðŸ»
Candy Adams
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Candy and Rusty Adams
Hot Springs Village AR
Elmer and Debbie Cochran
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Heartfelt prayers are with all of you. During Dave’s last week while in ER, I prayed with him over the phone. I’m so thankful for that special moment. We will miss him. He was our dear friend along the way. RIP David.
Kirbi Cates
Friday, August 21, 2020
I am praying for y’all 💖
Leslie Allen
Friday, August 21, 2020
I love him so much. Gonna sure miss him and his jokes. Had a lot of fun with him at church. He
was a wonderful man! Praying for the family
Mike & Patricia Mcclammer
Friday, August 21, 2020
Praying for Divides family in theses difficult times.
Lori Williams
Friday, August 21, 2020
Heart felt sympathies to David's family. David was such a kind, generous, loving, Godly man. He was a great friend and I will miss him very much. He was so proud of his family. Prayers of peace and grace for all.
Kevin Jeffery
Friday, August 21, 2020
David was one of the good ones. David left a favorable impression on me as a kind and gracious gentleman. I'm sorry for your loss of a true patriot and loving patriarch.
Blake Baxter
Friday, August 21, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of David.. I will always cherish the memories him and I shared. So sorry for your loss.. he was a great man
Dustin, Jesica & Ryan Bishop
Thursday, August 20, 2020
keeping you guys in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerrie Webb
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Thoughts and prayers for all of you. Your dad was a kind and loving man.
Harold Green
Thursday, August 20, 2020
So sorry to hear of David’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jessica & Randy Rogers
Thursday, August 20, 2020
Sending our thoughts & prayers to David’s beloved family and friends. He was a treasured member of his community, a true American patriot and a loving Papaw to Bradley & Jordan. Our thoughts are with the family as they traverse their loss during this time.
Delores and Thomas Roberts
Thursday, August 20, 2020
We were so sorry to hear the passing of your Dad
Love ,Hugs , and prayers to your entire family !ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Vickey and Stan Branscum
Thursday, August 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss.We will keep yall in our prayersLove Yall
Nancy Buie
Thursday, August 20, 2020
It breaks my Heart to hear this. David was such a True Loving, Caring Person. He will be Greatly Missed. My Thoughts and Prayers