David was born in St. Louis, MO and graduated from Hazelwood Central. He continued to be a printing pressman at National Envelope.
David was a devoted father and grandfather. Nothing brought him more joy than to see his family happy and thriving. He thoroughly enjoyed being outside and one with nature. His pastimes included fishing, hunting, gardening, and being one with the land.
David is survived by his four children, Roy M. Conner, David E. Conner Jr., Misty M. Conner, and Kystal L. Gibson; his grandchildren, Selena M. Conner, Roy M. Conner II, Kalvin N. Fuller, Kaylie N. Conner, Chase T. Fuller, Giovanni L. Drago, Devin W. Conner, Jonah A. Conner, and Mia E. Fuller; his siblings, Donald Conner, Debbie Conner Cummings, Diana Conner-Reagan, Dorena Conner, and Charles Schilf.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald W. and Mathilda Conner.
A Memorial Service is being set at a later date by immediate family.