David Moody Whitehead

Mar 16, 1970 - Oct 28th, 2020

Birth Date: Mar 16, 1970
Death Date: Oct 28, 2020
Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography:

David Moody Whitehead passed away in Little Rock, Arkansas on October 28, 2020.

He was born March 16, 1970 in Little Rock, Arkansas and was raised in Augusta, AR, where he was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He graduated from Harding Academy in Searcy, AR and played quarterback for his Wildcats team.

David attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. After college, David completed an internship for Walt Disney World in Orlando. Later, he earned his real estate appraiser license and established Whitehead and Associates, Real Estate Appraisals Inc. in Little Rock.

David was known for his witty perspective, great sense of humor and thirst for knowledge, especially music. He was a naturally gifted guitar player with extraordinary feeling. His depth of knowledge and passion for music history was amazing. He loved all genres of music, especially the blues and his beloved Eric Clapton. His hobbies included fly fishing and traveling to the many rivers in Arkansas and other parts of the U.S.

As a talented athlete, he loved the outdoors and mastered snow skiing and water skiing at a very young age.

David had an extraordinary spirit and kind heart and just made you feel loved and cared for. All animals had a soft spot in David’s heart, especially his well-loved Boxer rescue dogs who left this earth before him; Layla, Tupelo and Lola. David will forever be missed.

He is preceded in death by his father Daniel Moody Whitehead and paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Moody Whitehead Sr. of Augusta, and maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Shaw of Little Rock.

David is survived by his mother Ann Shaw Whitehead; sister, Rebecca Benton(Talbot), nephew and niece Henry and Annabelle Benton (who affectionately called him “Uncle Davo”) and a host of family and friends who will miss him always.

There will be no services at this time due to Covid, but the family hopes to have a celebration of David when appropriate.

Memorials may be made in David’s name to Care for Animals, 5516 Kavanaugh Boulevard, Little Rock, AR 72207, phone 501-603-CARE or www.CAREFORANIMALS.ORG To leave a message or share a memory for the family, please visit the online guestbook at www.RuebelFuneralHome.com

Condolences(15)

Chip & Jean Payne

#15

Dec 18th, 2020 10:52 am

Ann, Rebecca, Talbot, Henry & Annabelle, we pray you will feel the peace that passes all understanding during this season and thereafter (Philippians 4:7). God bless you.

Patti Brady

#14

Dec 2nd, 2020 4:02 pm

Ann, my heart hurts so much for you. David was always such a cute and sweet kid turning into a handsome and knowledgeable young man. I pray for comfort and healing of the pain your heart is feeling and for Rebecca and her children. Remember how much you are loved. I am sending you a big hug!

Debra L Hollis

#13

Dec 2nd, 2020 11:02 am

Ann,
I am so very very sorry. My heart hurts for you. I remember David from the times when he would come to your office and you would bring him by to see me ... so handsome and outgoing ... I remember thinking how he would be so much fun to be around. I've been there so I know it doesn't help now ... but you will always have his sweet spirit with you and the memories of his funny wit will eventually comfort you. I hope that you have a blessed day and that you find a sense of tranquility inside the storm that is life. I am thinking of you and praying for you. I love you! - Debra

Ginny Shrader

#12

Nov 22nd, 2020 12:22 pm

Ann, I am so sorry to hear of David’s passing. He was a very sweet man every time we visited. My sincere condolences to you and his other family members.

Alton Taylor

#11

Nov 19th, 2020 1:18 pm

Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in me. Job 14:1. Your love for David will never be forgotten. Praying for you.
Alton Taylor

Kelley Holt Udouj

#10

Nov 19th, 2020 10:00 am

Rebecca and Ann,

Holding you both close in love and prayers!-Kelley

Jim & Ann Nowell

Nov 18th, 2020 10:16 am

Ann, we are so sorry to hear about David. Although our lives have gone in different directions since college I, especially, have always felt a kinship with Moody and you. May God bless you and give you peace during this difficult time.

Edward Shaw

Nov 16th, 2020 9:34 am

Love that photo of David with his mustache looking so much like his dad with whom he is now reunited. So many fun weekends we got to spend growing up at Greer’s Ferry Lake. He could ski better and earlier than anyone! It meant so much when he came to Somerville for my father’s services. All my life whenever we got to see him, David was instantly a best friend!

Larry and Judy Whitehead

Nov 15th, 2020 1:31 pm

Ann and family,
May God give you comfort in the loss of your son, David. You’ll be in our thoughts and prayers.

Ronny and Sherry Hefner

Nov 14th, 2020 8:23 pm

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for family.

Joceil Woods

Nov 14th, 2020 11:16 am

My heart gos out to all your family. Life doesn’t end, it just changes, but we cry for ourselves because we miss them. I read something recently that was so special: “Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, missing you is the heartache that never goes away”. My prayers are with David’s family & please know you have my sympathy.

Mimi Shaw Gray

Nov 13th, 2020 11:59 pm

David was my sweet, precious cousin. I am so sad. I now cherish more than ever my many happy memories of growing up with him, spending time together at family gatherings.
One of my youngest cousins at the time, I vividly remember adorable, smartly dressed young David sitting across from me at the kids' table, eating wedding cake.
Another recollection that stands out in my mind was years later when David was a handsome young adult. I took his arm as we waited in line for him to usher me to my seat at Rebecca's wedding. Just a few minutes to catch up one-on-one, but I am so thankful for those brief moments. I hope I told David I loved him because I did and always will.

David and Joyce Shaw

Nov 13th, 2020 6:50 pm

Words can not even begin to express our sorrow. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Love, David and Joyce

Sam Shaw

Nov 13th, 2020 1:52 pm

I remember my cousin David when he was a little boy. He was such a pleasant, sweet, handsome, and friendly child. As a child I could see through his actions and words how much he loved his sister Rebecca and his mother Ann. Over the years the distance between our two families, as we lived in different states, made it increasingly difficult for me to see Ann’s children. However, I continued to see Ann at family gatherings and she would share how David had many friends, was an athlete and an outdoorsman. I could tell how Ann spoke of him that she loved him dearly. How fortunate we are to have such love within our families. I know he will be missed by family and friends. For now, I will keep Ann, Rebecca, and Rebecca’s children and all others that love David in my prayers since I know that their love for David will never end. “Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm, for love is strong as death.” Song of Solomon 8:6a

Jackie Oakes

Nov 13th, 2020 4:26 am

David was my second son whom I loved dearly. I loved this knowledge on almost any subject and his dry wit. He was my go-to for any help I may have needed for my son, Kevin. Miss you sweet David and you will never be forgotten. RIP my love.

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