David Russell Massey

David Russell Massey, 84, of Timber Creek Canyon, Tx entered the gates of heaven to spend eternity with his Lord on April 27, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends at the time of his passing.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Southwest Baptist Church of Amarillo (aka Oasis). Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

David was born in Grand Prairie, Tx on September 23, 1941 to Shirlie Hope (Koewn) and Russell Andrew Massey. He was raised in Friona, Tx and moved to Amarillo, Tx where he graduated from Palo Duro High School in 1959. Soon after, he met and married the love of his life, Jeannette. They celebrated 64 years of marriage together. David, Jeannette and their daughter, Debbie moved to Timber Creek Canyon in 1975.

David was a salesman, specializing in semi-trailers and parts. He retired from Panhandle Truck Parts in 2008. David was also a volunteer fire fighter and chief of the Timber Creek Canyon fire department for 27 years. After retiring, David became an avid wood worker. He enjoyed building small airplanes, trucks, trailers and holiday decorations. David also developed a passion for photography. He was the photographer at all family gatherings. That is why it is hard to find pictures of him because he was the man behind the camera. He also loved taking pictures of all the beautiful places that they traveled to. Spending time with family and friends was very important to David. He never missed a birthday party, wedding, graduation or any family and friend gatherings. When at home, he always made time to play with their dog, Harley. David was a faithful member of the Southwest Baptist Church. He made some special lifelong friendships there.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Massey & Shirlie Kirkpatrick.

He is survived by his wife, Jeannette Massey of Timber Creek Canyon, TX; his daughter, Debbie Massey Martin & husband Mikal of Panhandle, TX; his 4 grandchildren, Jeremy Massey & wife Sandra of Panhandle, TX, Josh Green of Amarillo, TX, Shawnee Martin Pike & husband Dustin of Gravel Switch, KY, and Cordale Martin of San Antonio, TX; his 8 great-grandchildren, Kaegan Massey, Kolton Massey, Karsyn Massey, Tripp Massey, Carter Lagunas, Braylee Green, Jaelynn Green & Lizzy Pike; sister, Jearene Cartwright & husband Don of Amarillo, TX and Lyn Kirkpatrick Joyce of Canyon Lake, TX; and brother, Steve Kirkpatrick of Amarillo, TX.