David McFall

David Merrill McFall (84), of Sun City, AZ passed away on July 7, 2015 from injuries sustained in an auto accident. David is the oldest son of Rev. Merrill B. McFall and Mary Elizabeth Glossbrenner McFall; born on May 18, 1931 in Indianapolis, IN. He has three brothers: Jonathon T. (deceased), Richard M., and Charles H. As a son of a Methodist pastor in Indiana, the family moved several times through the state, but it was in Bloomington, IN where David attended high school and met his wife, Patricia L. Marlin. They were wed on October 5, 1951 by Rev. McFall at the 1st United Methodist Church in Bloomington (FUMC). David’s career was centered on serving others. He was a lay pastor, serving in several pulpits throughout his life; served in the National Guard, served 11 years on the staff of Indiana Congressman Lee H. Hamilton; was an executive with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Indiana; and served as the President of Wesley Manor Retirement Home in Frankfort, IN. His three passions throughout his career were serving the church, photography, and the use of puns. He served in multiple leadership and committee roles within his community, his local church, and with the Methodist Church’s district and conference. His photography achievements span from weddings, portraits, nature, sports, and travel. And when family was together, the use of clever puns was always a part of the conversation. David & Patty’s retirement years were spent in Indiana, Florida, and Arizona. David is survived by Patty and their five children: Valerie K. (Dennis) Stutler of Batesville, IN; David Marc (Karen) of Cicero, IN; Robert N. (Kim) of Anthem, AZ; M. Keith (Becky) of Indianapolis, IN, and Cristopher M. (Lori) of Greenwood , IN. David and Patty have 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 15th at 2:00 pm at Lakeview Methodist Church in Sun City, AZ. Another memorial service will be held at 1st United Methodist Church in Bloomington, IN on July 26th at 1:30 pm.