David Edwin Cartwright, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 26 ^, 2021 at his home surrounded by loved ones.  David was born on March 31, 1950 in Bay City, Texas, the son of Homer Cartwright and Norma Legg McDonald. He is preceded in death by his father, Homer, and his stepfather, Gene.

David was a living example of what we all want to be!  He was an amazing son, brother, husband, dad, grandfather (Dude) and a good friend to anyone that needed one. Simply spoken, he was a man for others that was always there to listen.

David is survived by his wife, Linda Cartwright; sons Chance Cartwright (Amber), Chris Thornton, Todd Thornton; daughter Lisa Berryman Lowry (Danny), grandchildren Rayne, Peyton, Banks, Kannon, Kasen, Dylan and Luke; Mother Gracie McDonald; brother Gary Cartwright & and host of wonderful friends.

In lieu of flowers, David would prefer contributions be made to assist children with their education- Holding Pen Scholarship Fund and/or Holy Cross Catholic School.  David loved children and supporting their education.

Visitation begins at 2:00PM on Saturday, January 30, 2021, followed by the Memorial Service at 3:00 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, with Dr. Mike Zimmerman officiating.