David was born February 19, 1956, to James and Carolyn (Isely) Mattox and raised in Deadwood, SD and graduated from Lead-Deadwood High School in 1974. He graduated from the School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, SD, and was employed as a Senior Electrical Engineer at TSP in Rapid City at the time of his death.

David was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, especially his 3-year-old grandson, Henry. He enjoyed reading, all things electronic, skiing, swimming, and many other outdoor activities. David was a deeply spiritual person who had a deep respect and reverence for life. Any creatures that ventured indoors would be gently gathered and returned to the outdoors to find more suitable accommodations.

Please join us in remembering David Alan Mattox of Sturgis, SD, who died suddenly in a skiing accident near Basin, WY, on Saturday, January 23, 2016. David is survived by his wife, Deanna (Scherer) Mattox; son, Zachary Mattox; daughter, Zarah Mattox; son-in-law, Jeff Johnson; grandson, Henry David Johnson; stepfather, Jim Sayre; brother, John Mattox; sister, Cindy and her husband, Mike Rappana; brother Rob and his wife, April Mattox; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. James Mattox and wife, Olivia; and by his mother, Caroline (Isely) Sayre.

On Friday January 29th in Sturgis, SD, there will be a private viewing for family at Kinkade Funeral home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by a public viewing from 1 to 3 p.m. and a celebration of life at the VFW from 3 to 5 PM. An outdoor Celebration of Life for family and close friends is planned for Saturday beginning at noon at his brother Rob's home located at 12007 Coyote Ridge Road, Deadwood SD. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.

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