In loving memory of John David Echols in Houston, Texas, born in Marshall, Texas, who departed this world on August 1, 2025 at the age of 72. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John David Echols to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jewell Frances and John Talbot Echols; his nephew John Corbit Echols; his aunt Sylvia Vassar McGeorge; and his grandparents, John Silvey, Annie Ella Echols and Serena Ann Green.
He is survived by: his brother William Terry Echols (Kathryn); his niece Wendy Dickerson (Wes); and his cousins, Dr. John Vassar (Mary Lynn) and Diane Crisp (Norman).
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Sullivan Funeral Home (100 E Travis St, Marshall, TX 75670).
In honor of Dave's love for animals, the family respectfully requests in lieu of flowers, you consider a donation to your local SPCA.