David Keith Ham, age 78, of Crossville, passed away on Jan. 30, 2024. He was born June 23, 1945 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

He was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed his many adventures to Alaska with his lifelong friends. He was always up for a new adventure. He loved riding his Harley and spent many hours traveling the country including Sturgis. He had many hobbies in life including bowling, poker, woodworking, and working on anything with a motor from a chainsaw to a v8 hotrod.

After retiring from Flexicore he moved from Texas to The Ham Farm in Tennessee where he spent his time taking care of his Bee Hives, Jasmin his prized Texas longhorn, and his dogs Molly and later Sasha.

David is survived by his brother: Rockie (Beverly) Ham; sisters: Brenda Owens, Cathy Gafford, and Deborah Richardson; sons: Sheldon (Samlee) Ham, and Jarad (Christy) Ham; daughter: Lael (Dane) Cardenas; and grandkids: Suway (Nathan) Blaylock, Alex Ham, Samara Ham, Cody Saylor, Tanner Ham, Laurynn Ham, Trystn (Trey) Kutach, Kiala Cardenas, Betheni Cardenas. He also enjoyed spending time with his great-grandchildren, Kayson Blaylock, Adrina Blaylock, Kai Ham, Savannah Ham, and Leilani Perry.

He left this world knowing that he always had a loving family by his side.

Special thanks to the nurses and caregivers at The Life Care Center of Crossville.

Obituary by Crossville Memorial Funeral Home.