David John Earnest, age 44, of New Port Richey, FL. passed away October 13, 2011. David was born in Greenville to Helen and Forest Earnest and lived in the Sidney area for many years and attended Central Montcalm Schools. David’s greatest talents were his creativity in designing interiors, and the humor he brought wherever he went. His greatest pleasures were found in the company of his loving family and friends.

He is survived by his domestic partner, Zachary King; his Grandmother, LaVerle McGill; his Mother and Stepfather, Helen and Mike Christensen; three Sisters, Debra Kalnins, Laura Earnest and Teresa Hooker, Brother-in-law Terry Hooker; his Brother, Donald Earnest; two Nieces, Melissa Demoray, Mandy LeBeouf, many Uncles and Cousins; and his extended family, Lauri King. He was preceded in death by his Father, Forest Orville Earnest.

Memorial Services Celebrating David’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m , Saturday, November 12, 2011 at the Barden Funeral Home, Stanton. Pastor Jamey Nichols of the First Congregational Church of Stanton will officiate and a luncheon at the Sidney Twp. Hall will follow the service. For those desiring to do so, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Family's Choice, envelopes will be available at the funeral home.