Roy Davis “Dave” Bizzell 85, of Nixa went to his heavenly home on October 27, 2020. Dave was born August 17, 1935 in Memphis, TN. to Roy A. and Catherine M. Bizzell.
He received his education in Memphis, graduating from Central High School after high school he attended Memphis State University.
On March 4, 1960. Dave married Elna Ruth Russell the love of his life, they were together for nearly 60 years. She passed away November 15, 2019.
Most of his working life was in the Insurance Industry, starting with Nationwide in Memphis, then retiring from American National in Springfield in the 1970s, Dave and Elna worked together at the headquarters of World Gospel Mission in Marion, IN.
Dave enjoyed his life with Elna, friends, family and especially grandkids and great grandkids.
He is preceded in death by a grandson, Ryan Bizzell.
He is survived by a sister, Susan Bizzell of Houston, TX, a son Russell and his wife Ivy of Golden, Mo., two grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Visitation for Dave will be 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Greenlawn Funeral Home East. Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.