David Campbell Wear

February 19, 1951 - April 21, 2019

David Campbell Wear, age 68, passed away April 21, 2019. David was a local attorney, practicing in Fort Payne for 42 years. Attorney’s Wear and Wear was established in 1976 when David graduated from the University of Alabama Law School and moved to Fort Payne to work with his father John Campbell Wear. David was first and foremost a loving father, a wonderful son, and a Christian. He was an avid fan of the Crimson Tide as well as all things related to the University. He was a civic leader involved in the Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club, Dekalb County Bar Association and the Alabama Alumni Association. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where he served in multiple capacities including Chairman of the Building Committee which was responsible for the construction of the Christian Life Center. David believed strongly in service to others and demonstrated that throughout his life. David was preceded in death by his parents, John and Martha Wear; and his brother, Andy. He is survived by his son, Jason Campbell Wear; two sisters, Claudia Wear Roseman and Mary Lu Schlosser; his nieces and nephews, Marian and Michelle Schlosser, Kelly Wear Demlow, Drew Wear; and great nephew, Mason Sexton. Funeral services for Mr. Wear will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Glenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, April 22, 2019 from 4 until 7 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home. Wilson Funeral Home and Crematory are in charge of arrangements.