David Ray Burnside Jr

David Ray Burnside Jr, 36, of Decatur, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Decatur, Indiana. David was born on April 6, 1989, to David Ray Burnside Sr, and Carla (Weimer) Hogle, in Kissimmee, Florida.

David had a zest for life and never let anything slow him down. Not only did David enjoy spending time with his family and friends and talking on the phone with them, he was always ready to go and do anything with them. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, playing on his Xbox, and playing card and board games. David had a heart for animals and service. He volunteered at humane shelters and horse farms. David also worked at the Arc of Noble County, where he enjoyed working and making friends.

Surviving David are his half-brother James Burnside, uncles Earl (Pam) Brown, and Ben (Judell) Brown; aunts Faith Brown, Stacy (Edward) Stump, and “Aunt” Ruthie (Brad Loy) Strater; and many cousins.

Preceding David in death are his parents David and Carla, sister Courtney Burnside, grandparents Sam and Dolly Weimer Sr, aunt Gloria Payton, uncle Kenny Brown, uncle Richard Boehme, and uncle Max Albaugh.

A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Care of the family by Harper Funeral Homes, Albion and Avilla.

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