Holly Springs Funeral Home

David Lee Trantham
David Lee Trantham of Holly Springs, Mississippi passed away peacefully at home on October 26, 2023, at the ageof 61. He was born on October 17, 1962, in Memphis, Tennessee, to James and Merlene Trantham. David loved his family with all his heart and soul. David was a kind, loving and devoted husband, daddy, grandaddy and friend. David was a hard worker and dedicated himself to everything and everyone around him. He was the most kind, gentle soul. His smile and laugh would light up the room. David loved vacationing at the beach with his beautiful wife Gina and sitting on the back porch listening to music talking about the good old days. David enjoyed attending his grandkids’ events, from baseball, basketball, soccer, cheer, dance, birthday parties and school achievements. David never met a stranger. He loved everyone and if you knew him, well, you would love him too. Favorite quote ; “I’m not telling you what to do but let me tell you what I would do if I were you.” David worked as a Chemical Operator at BASF in West Memphis, Arkansas, for 26 years. He ended his career as Operations Supervisor at MCIS in Millington, Tennessee. David leaves behind his beautiful and loving wife Gina Trantham of 43 years; two daughters, Crystal (Fred) Thompson of Nesbit, Mississippi and Morgan (Jon) Dressler of Bartlett, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Collin Emerson, Kali Thompson and Lawson Emerson; one sister, Mary Williams, along with his cousins and friends. David is preceded in death by James Trantham (Father), Denny Trantham (Brother) and Merlene Trantham (Mother). Services will be held at Heritage Apostolic Church on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Visitation will begin at 12:00 pm with funeral services starting at 2:00pm. Memories of Dad How well I do remember Standing at my father's knee And all the fun and happy times As he was raising me. How well I do remember The love we always shared And all the things he said and did That showed he really cared. How well I do remember The day God called him home Dad slipped into His loving arms And I felt so alone. Now my heart will carry memories Of the love he gave to me Until we meet again in Heaven Where the best is yet to be.

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Name: Mona Hart Date: 10/31/2023 2:27:21 AM Message: So sorry to hear of David’s passing . We met him at Panama City Beach. Such a kind and fun loving guy . Always happy and smiling . We will sure miss him . Gone too soon . May he RIP ????

Name: Judy Woosley Date: 10/31/2023 2:40:39 AM Message: My heart goes out to the family, and I like to thank them for sharing David with us. Our time spent with him and Gina in PCB was priceless, We would laugh so hard. Have a lot of memories. Prayers to the family.

Name: Nick Solomon Date: 10/31/2023 5:48:51 AM Message: To Ms. Gina, Morgan, Crystal, Collin, Lawson, Kali and anyone else who knew this kind, caring man and whose lives he may have touched... My condolences and deepest sympathy. I know just how much each and every one of you loved this man so. He was not only an anchor of your family but a protector, a wise sage who gained his knowledge through trial & error and experience, a comedian, a welcoming, compassionate hulk of a man, one who I always just assumed was invincible, and last but certainly not least a GENUINE person, never one to mince words, shy away from an uncomfortable or inconvenient subject, and who always stood up for what he believed in. Life can be unfair, unkind, and unexpected, leaving us with many questions and few answers or closure... If there is one thing he instilled in you all it's the importance and indelible power of FAMILY. You all need each other now more than ever and can and will make it through this trying time, just as he would have wanted. I love y'all and am truly, genuinely heart broken and sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind, irreplaceable and unique. David Trantham was cut from a different cloth. They sure don't make 'em like that anymore. He will sorely missed. Sincerely, Nick

Name: Robbie and Dennis Ziegler (Canada) Date: 10/31/2023 1:02:15 PM Message: We met David and Gina and his family at the Osprey hotel in Panama City Beach and our memories are endless. Very loving man with love for everyone especially his family . We will remember you always . Fly high David

Name: Peter kalagias Date: 10/31/2023 1:47:13 PM Message: Rest in peace David it was a pleasure knowing and working with you. Prayers and condolences to the family.

Name: Tha Wheeler family Date: 10/31/2023 8:02:06 PM Message: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your tragic loss.

Name: George petkoff, jr. Date: 11/1/2023 1:17:08 PM Message: David will be remember in my heart as a gentle giant of a man. He possessed a giant kind heart with a giant smile and firm handshake. If He knew you that handshake turned into a giant bear hug. I will miss talking about Jesus with you David. Now you are enjoying the eternal bear hug sinlessly with Christ. Gina, and Family, David is with The King perfected with an everlasting love. I will miss you David the giant of a man.