David was preceded in death by his father, James R. Cottrill, Jr. and most recently, his grandmother, Helen Irvin of Dunbar.

He is survived by his mother, Mary Jean Cottrill, his brother and sister-in-law, Jamie and Linda Cottrill, niece, Katie Cottrill, nephew, Joey Cottrill as well as extended family.

David graduated from St. Albans High School in 1985. He was a skilled mechanic and drove in the Hooters Pro Cup Racing Division where he finished in the top 15 in the nation during his rookie year. He also drove a classic race car at Ona and various short tracks in the surrounding states, finishing first in the Coal Country Classic Championship. He was an entrepreneur and owned a bookstore and a bar and grill. He was employed by Kanawha Manufacturing as a machinist and welder for over a decade. Most recently, he was a truck driver for Necessary Oil in Nitro.

David was a loving and gentle soul and a loyal friend to many. He was close to his family, who, along with Dean Bostic, served as his racing crew. He was a very special person to all who knew him. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 7, at Beale Chapel Cemetery, Apple Grove with the Rev. Doyle D. Smith officiating.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that donations be made to Keller Funeral Home to help defray his final expense.