A funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada for Mr. David Heath, 78, of Elliott, who went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 1. A graveside service in Elliott Baptist Church Cemetery will follow the funeral. Dr. Cecil Fayard and the Rev. Michael Payton will officiate. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday evening, Nov. 3, at McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada.
David was an honorable and respected member of his community, a business owner, mechanic and cattle farmer. He graduated from J.Z. George High School in Carrollton, held an automotive technical degree from Holmes Community College in Goodman and went on to earn a Master Mechanic certification from General Motors. He worked for the Cliff Colbert Chevrolet dealership in Grenada before going on to open his own business, Heath’s Auto Sales and Service in Elliott. He also operated a successful cattle business.
An avid antique car enthusiast, David restored several antique automobiles of his own – including his favorite – a 1939 Chevrolet pickup, which he enjoyed driving to car shows all over the Southeast. He was also a collector of Americana. He restored coin-operated Coca-Cola machines and accumulated a large collection of Coke memorabilia.
David was a member of Elliott Baptist Church where he was a member of the Young at Heart Sunday school class. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
His parents, Hamp and K.C. Heath, and his brother, William Heath, preceded David in death. His family takes joy in knowing that David is reunited with them in Heaven.
Survivors include, his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Anne Ward Heath; his son, Jamie Heath; daughter-in-law, Maggie Rowland Heath, and beloved grandchildren, Charlie Heath and Anna Grace Heath, both of Germantown, Tenn. David is also survived by two siblings, Herman Heath (Frankie) and Janice Snell (Thomas), all of Elliott.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers include, Larry Cutts, Mark Harville, Phillip Lott, Andrew McCormick, Robby Roberts and Alton Turnipseed. Members of the Young at Heart Sunday school class will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com
McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada is in charge of arrangements.
