David A. Mendenhall
October 4, 1958 ~ December 12, 2021
David A. Mendenhall of Weirton, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who could be best described as genuine, and a man of great integrity, passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at the Weirton Medical Center. He was 63.
David was born October 4, 1958, in Wheeling, WV. Days after his birth, Dave was adopted by Elwood and Georgiani Williams Mendenhall.
A graduate of The Linsly School, David continued his education at Fairmont State and Bethany College. David worked in production at WTOV 9 for many years.
David was currently working as a caseworker for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Weirton Office.
When his boys were young, David enjoyed coaching Termite Baseball and going to their high school games watching them play sports. He was an avid Pittsburgh Pirate fan and also loved watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and WVU football. A music lover, Dave enjoyed playing guitar and listening to classic rock, especially RUSH.
Most of all David will be remembered for his heart of gold; a friend who would be there 100 percent of the time, no questions asked.
He was a member of the First Christian Church of Weirton, and the Theta- Delta Chapter of the Tau Kappa Epsilon.
In addition to his parents, Elwood and Georgiani Mendenhall, David was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Bernard and Delores (Stewart) Heflin.
David is survived by his wife, whom he married in 1990, Ruth Ann Heflin Mendenhall; sons, Jared Brooks (Savanna) Mendenhall of Weirton and Ryan David (Becca) Mendenhall of West Liberty, WV; 2 grandchildren, Piper and Jackson Mendenhall; and sisters Vickie Mendenhall and Cheryl (Patrick) Radican.
Friends will be received Wednesday from 4 until the 6 pm funeral service at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Pastor Carol McKay will officiate. Private interment will be held in Chestnut Ridge Cemetery, Florence, PA.
Please consider a memorial contribution to Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, 4900 Tuttle Crossing Blvd., Dublin, OH 43016. www.davethomasfoundation.org
Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com 304-748-3219.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
My deepest condolences to the Mendenhall family.David was such a kind and gentle soul. I can recall when Georgiana would bring Vicki, Cheryl and David over to visit when we were kids. May he Rest In Peace.
Our Dear Ruth, Ryan, Becca, Jared, Savanna and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your much loved David. Love is not shared with just those we have on earth, but that beautiful love is for all eternity. You will feel his presence and his love forever. Stay watchful for signs that he is near. Listen to his favorite music, watch his favorite shows, and laugh, yes laugh at the fun time you treasure! Keeping you in our thoughts, Remembering you in our prayers, Gene and Diana
We are so saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. He was such a genuine man with a kind soul. He was truly one of the “good ones”. Our thoughts and prayers for his family as they go through this difficult time. Much Love, Gary and Mary Lyons
Ruth Ann and Family, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Love, Mike and Kirstan
So very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing Ruth. Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
Rest in ☮️
Becca I’m so sorry for your families loss my deepest sympathy for you all.
Prayers
Thinking of you in this hard time and hope you can fine peace in this difficult time. Love Harley Sarah Mills andJarrett and Alex Moore Jorden Miller
Ruth, Jared, Savanna, Ryan, & Becca you all have my sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Your loss is immeasurable, but so are all the love & memories that share! Love, Faye Bruich
Ruth(my weirton momma) Ryan, Jared, and family. I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Dave was a great man who I thought of as another Dad. My prayers are with you guys. I love y’all!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult journey.
Deepest Sympathy and prayers!!!!
So very sorry for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers for your family
I enjoyed working with Dave and appreciated his dedication & kindness. He will be missed so very much. My sincere condolences to his family & friends.
My prayers are with you and your Family Ruth. Jarrod Segura
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ruth, Jared and Ryan, please accept our sincere condolences in David’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. David and Patti Blanc
Sorry for your loss.
With love, Cheryl and Patrick Radican.
Remember that we love and care about you. From all of us at Beltservice Corp.
Ruth and Family, My sincere condolences. I have you in my prayers. Regards, Jarrod Segur
Our heartfelt sorrow to all of your family for the loss of David. I’ll always remember that warm smile that only he possessed in his charismatic way of approaching life, often quiet but would be followed by lengthy conversation. We hope your memories carry you through, toward healing and strength during this difficult time. Sincerely, Jay & Tabitha Pellillo
PRAYERS FOR HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS 🙏🌺
Ruthie, Jared, Savanna, Ryan, & Becca, Our hearts are broken for you all. David was such a great guy. He will be missed! Sending our love and prayers.
Angie & Mickey
Love, Prayers, & Support Ruth & Family @ this very difficult time!
Ruthie, Jared ,Ryan and Family: Please know that We are Sending our Deepest Condolences to You All. David was such a Kind Soul, Quiet but Comical!! I know Our Girls thought So Much of Him! Our Love,, Thoughts and Many Prayers are with You 🙏🙏 Bill, Sally, Shelbi and Gabriella Palmeri
Prayers & warm thoughts for the family during this time. Keith & Michelle Berneburg, Jim & Betty Robinson, Sierra Truax & Landon and Anthony Truax.
Ruth and family, with our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your friends at Continental, Tom and Brent
David was such a kind, giving man, who I was proud to call my brother-in-law. I loved when I would say something to him and he’d look at you and give you a nod and a half smile or he’d answer you. You will surely be missed and more importantly you are loved not only by me, your family, but so many others. Rest In Peace! Love you David 💙
Remember that we love and care about you
Our prayers are with all of you. David will truly be missed by many folks. With Love, Mechell, Jimmy, Beau and Reid
Ruth and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May His Memory be Eternal 🙏 Michael, Diane, Nicklas & Michaela Battista Marie Karas
Sending sympathies to David’s family. I met David because of Madonna High School sports.
To the Family of Mike: Sorry to hear about Mike. Mike was a year ahead of me at Linsly. The guy always kept me up to date with great Rock Music for my listening enjoyment. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. With deepest sympathy, Pete Cuffaro Wheeling, West Virginia