David Pritchard, 66, son of Jack and Pauline Pritchard, passed away peacefully near his Kansas City home after a battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a wild and rebellious spirit who lived life on his own terms, right up to the end.
David was born on October 2, 1959 and was raised in Nevada, Missouri. He later moved to Jefferson City before settling in Kansas City in 1992 with his parents. He carried his Missouri heritage with pride throughout his life, and Kansas City barbecue held a permanent place in his heart.
He attended law school at Cal State Fullerton in California, where he also developed a lifelong love for the beach. David could always be found soaking up the sun ~ tan and content. Music was another great passion of his, especially rock 'n' roll, which provided the soundtrack to much of his life.
An avid sports fan, David cheered loudly for Alabama football and the Kansas City Royals. Also being a fan of racing, one of the highlights of his life was the chance to drive on the Autobahn in Germany - an experience that stayed with him for the rest of his days.
David was deeply proud of his father's military service and legal career, and he loved his mother dearly. He was married once, for a short time, and had no children. He was a private man who reserved his warmth and loyalty for a select few, forming deep and lasting connections with those he let in.
David is survived by his cousins, Sharon K., Vickie M., and Michelle G.
He will be remembered for his independent spirit, his love of sun and sound, and the quiet devotion he showed to the people closest to him. May he rest in peace.
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