David Lynn McNamee

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 6, 2025, In the Henry Chapel of Seven Oaks Funeral Home, in Water Valley, MS, for David “Mac” McNamee 56, of Water Valley, Mississippi, who passed away suddenly on February 27, 2025. The Rev. Eugene Heinbach will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM until service on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

David was born on July 5, 1968, in Water Valley to John E. and Margaret F. McNamee.

David was known as a gentle giant. He dedicated his work life to being a brazier at Luvata. His kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him.

He is survived by; sister Barbara Clements (Jackie) of Tontitown, Arkansas; brother Paul McNamee (Kelly) of Gore Springs, Mississippi; his sister-in-law Beverly McNamee of Germantown, Tennessee and a host of nieces and nephews: Brian Clements (Abbie) from Danberry, Connecticut, Kimberly Allbright (Mark) from Maumelle, Arkansas, Jennifer Stephenson (Mike) from Springdale, Arkansas, Colleen McNamee, Kayla Wilkey (Charlie), and Mary-Catelin McNamee all of Gore Springs, Mississippi. He is also survived by his lifelong best friend, Benji Massie, also known as Mack, of Water Valley, Mississippi, as well as many other cherished relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his oldest brother, John E. McNamee.

The pallbearers will be Joel Rogers, Dalton Rogers, Eddie Rogers, Brad Holliday, Joey Ward Jr., Joey Ward III, Justin Ward, and Charlie Wilkey. Honorary pallbearers will be Benji Massie and Tommy Woods. 

David will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of love, kindness, and strength will live on in the hearts of those he left behind.