Davvie (Dave) Neal Moffett passed away on November 8, 2025, lovingly surrounded by family. Dave was born in Letts, Indiana on November 27, 1939, the son of Dale H. and Leona Jeanette (Maddux) Moffett. He grew up in Gaynorsville and graduated from Sandcreek High School in 1957. Following high school, Dave bravely answered the call of duty, joining the U.S. Navy. After his time in the Navy, he worked for Cummins for 32 years before retirement. If you know Dave, you know he couldn’t sit still. He retired a second time a few years later from Milestone Paving. In 1961 he married the love of his life, Patricia (Patsy) Ann Wills Moffett. Together they raised their four children Lisa (Patrick) Rooney, Brenda (Patrick) Duhaime, Wendy (Kyle) Apperson, and David Steven “Steve” Moffett.
The essence of his character—connecting with people—was evident in his first letter home from the Navy. He inquired about his brother’s fishing and wrote, “I want to hear from them and all of you guys.” This line summed him up. He was always interested in what his family and friends were up to, how he could be helpful, and he always wanted to hear from them. His frequent calls to catch up with family members will be sadly missed. His competitive spirit can be found in each of his children and grandchildren, a trait he ensured would thrive by showing up to every single sporting event he possibly could, whether up the road or across state lines. The pride on his face when he talked about his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was undeniable. Pa, as he was affectionately known, enjoyed hosting friends in his garage (aka man cave) to Cheer on the Hoosiers, while simultaneously watching NASCAR, playing cards, pool or ping pong. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of getting breakfast and coffee with friends daily at local diners (the group was fondly referred to as the “Liars Club”). He also found great peace and satisfaction in the quiet ritual of mowing his yard, gardening and harvesting and sharing fresh tomatoes and other vegetables. He loved the open road, often driving long distances to visit friends and family. Dave is survived by his four children; nine grandchildren, Ryan Duhaime, Lauren (Spenser) Duhaime, Whitney (Brian) Middleton, Britney (Chris) Booher, Courtney (Adam) Stewart, Nathan (Stephanie) Apperson, Patrick (Denise) Rooney; James Rooney, Kali Moffett, and fourteen great-grandchildren, JP and Mason Deery; Bindi Middleton; Lucas, Ruby, and Hazel Booher; Simon and Maxwell Stewart; Jack, Charlie, Henry, Finn, Emma and George Rooney.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patricia “Patsy” Ann Moffett; his parents, Dale H. and Leona Jeanette Moffett; and his brothers Johnny and Randy.
Visitation will be held on Saturday November 22, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Bass & Gasper Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2025, with Pastor David Scaggs officiating. Burial will follow at the Westport Cemetery with Military Graveside Rites, which will be followed by a Celebration of Life open to all friends and family at the Westport Community Building. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital through the funeral home. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.bassgasper.com.