David Lowell Grubb, 82, Nevada, MO, passed from this life on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada. David was born July 19, 1943, in Boonville, MO, to Ira E. and Midred “Evelyn” (Blattner) Grubb. He married Jean Leneaux on June 4, 1966, in Oak Grove, MO, and she survives of the home.
In 1961, David graduated from Slater High School in Slater, MO. He attended Central Missouri State College in Warrensburg where he received a BS in Education for Biology and Chemistry in 1966. David began his teaching career while continuing his education and obtained a master’s degree in Secondary School Administration in 1969 then went on to obtain a degree in School Administration in 1977. David joined the US Army and served from 1969 thru 1971 as an Administrative Specialist while being stationed in Vietnam for one year during the Vietnam War. Following his return home, he continued his career in education. As a superintendent, he worked at several schools throughout Missouri including Braymer, Lakeland, W. Nodaway, Schuyler County, and King City before coming to Bronaugh in 1977 where he was the superintendent for several years until his retirement.
Daivd’s memberships include Osage Masonic Lodge #303, Nevada, where he held the offices of Past Master and was the longtime secretary, American Legion, Nevada, MASA (MO Association of School Administrators), and MOASBO (MO Association of Business Officials). In addition, David was an avid golfer at the Frank E. Peters City Golf Course in Nevada.
In addition to his wife, Jean, he is survived by a son, Robert Grubb and his wife Julie, Appleton City, MO; a daughter, Amy Bauer and her husband, Richard, Nevada, MO; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Linda Gussman, Independence, MO; numerous nieces and nephews; He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Merlyn Grubb, and an infant sister.
David’s family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Good Shepherd Hospice for their care and compassion during this time.
Memorials are suggested to Good Shepherd Hospice c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.
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