Obituary of David Paul Mattingly

David “Dave” Paul Mattingly was born on October 11, 1975 in Dearborn, Michigan. He was born of Daniel Patrick and Patricia Ann (Curtis) Jacob. Edward Ray Mattingly raised David as his own. Dave attended Truman High School in Trenton, Michigan.   He was employed as a journeyman tree trimmer, as a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 17.  

Dave was a true outdoorsman.   He enjoyed every moment and every aspect of being outdoor, from his love of deer hunting to his passion for fishing in the quarry for whatever might bite, with his partner in crime:  Danielle.   He loved his work and especially cutting down trees.   He took advantage of his Second Amendment Rights and loved guns.   He also was quite fond of anything fast or turbocharged with the F350 Super Duty turbo diesel garnering his attention.  

Dave had a love for music and would listen all varieties as long as it had a catchy beat.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and was an awesome “Poppy” to his five-year-old granddaughter.   Dave had a heart of gold, was a fantastic son and companion, was an excellent father, a fantastic grandfather, and a beloved friend.

David Paul Mattingly, age 46, of Newport, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Monday; July 25, 2022 at his home.   His passing was preceded by his step-father:  George Jacob, his grandfather Samuel Anderson Curtis and his uncle Dennis Curtis.

To cherish his memory Dave leaves a daughter:  Miranda (Kyle) Dotson of Newport, Michigan; a son:  David Mattingly Jr. of Warren, Michigan; his loving companion:  Danielle Mattingly of Newport; his parents:  Edward Ray Mattingly and Patricia Ann Jacob; his brother:  Samuel Mattingly of Newport; and his granddaughter:  Eva Dotson of Newport.

Friends may gather from 2:00pm until 6:00pm on Sunday; July 31, 2022 at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185.  A Celebration of His Life will follow at 6:00pm also at Merkle’s with Pastor Thurman Holmes of Evangelist Baptist Church in Melvindale officiating.  Cremation will follow at Covenant Cremation of Erie, Michigan. 

The family will be accepting flowers but those desiring may make memorial contributions to the family in memory of David.   Online guests can leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.