David Patrick Skalla, a long time resident of Edwardsburg , MI has passed away on August 3, 2020. David was born on April 17, 1965 in Niles , MI to John and Barbara Skalla.
He married Debra K. Grenert on November 17, 1990 and enjoyed 30 years of marriage.
Fun times in "Dave's Garage" holds cherish-able, fun, and lots of laughable memories. His love for fishing with his brothers and friends has been a lifetime enjoyment for David. He loved the outdoors and going up north in the UP.
David started his trucking business 20 years ago, building OL' School Trucking Inc. from the ground up. His work ethic has made OL' School Trucking quite popular in Edwardsburg , MI and surrounding areas. Thanks to the help of all the employees and associates who have made this possible. David will be missed by his wife and others dearly.
Left to cherish his loving memory are his wife Debbie, son Nate A. (Kelly Fletcher) Sappington, and grandchildren Elexia L. Sappington and TreShawn L. Bullocks. His family of sisters and brothers; Kathy Sweeny, Dawn (John) Hunerjager, Steven (Denise) Skalla, John A (Lorraine) Skalla, all of Michigan and Dan (Hue) Skalla of Ohio; his step grandchildren, Ricardo Swanson Jr, Allayah Swanson, and Maleek Swanson; step great grandchildren Maleek Swanson Jr., Syaire Swanson and Bentley Pates, and several nieces, nephews and in-laws.
David was preceded in death by his parents John and Barbara Skalla, sister Michelle Hively, and his daughter Leslie K. Sappington.
May he fly high as the Angels guide him home.