David Lee Mandrell was born July 15, 1961, in Washita County, to Leland and Oletta (Klein) Mandrell and passed away March 24, 2016, in Dill City. David was raised in Dill City where he attended school and graduated in 1979. He joined his father in the family farming and cattle operation and worked alongside him for many years. David was an avid water skier and had been sponsored in skiing events by Bud Light. He enjoyed boat racing and snow skiing as well. David was an excellent athlete in high school and his love of basketball carried over to playing in some YMCA leagues. He loved passing down the enjoyment of basketball to his daughter, Tori and loved playing games with her. David was preceded in death by his parents, Leland and Oletta Mandrell. His survivors include his daughter, Tori Mandrell of Oklahoma City, and his son, Blake Mandrell of Burns Flat. Services for David Mandrell will be held Thursday, March 31, 2016, 3:00 p.m., at South Burns Cemetery with Reverend Ron Roskam officiating. Services will be under the direction of Musick-Varner Funeral Home of Cordell.
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