David Lee Sears, age 76, of Sparta, OH passed away on Sept. 10, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Mount Vernon, OH on Jan. 4, 1948, to the late Ralph and Lucille (Smothers) Sears.

David graduated from Highland High School, Class of 1966. After various jobs, he attended Ohio State College of Barber- Styling in 1974. He went on to graduate from the Ohio State Cosmetology School in 1979. In that same year, he became instructor of the Ohio State Barber College in Toledo, OH, and was named manager in 1983. He transferred to Columbus in 1984 as manager of the Ohio State Barber College- Great Eastern. He moved to Apple Valley, OH in 1992 and worked until his retirement. After retirement, he moved back home and spent his final years just outside of Sparta. He had a green thumb and loved working outside. He enjoyed reading and saving newspaper clippings. He had a passion for genealogy and found through his research that the Sears family was one of the first families in Morrow County. His endeavors and contributions to the Morrow County Genealogical Society were a labor of love for him. It was something in which he took great pride. He also loved supporting his nieces and nephews in all they did. You would often find him in the stands at Highland sporting events, cheering on all the kids.

David is survived by his brothers, Dennis (Mary) Sears, of Dover, OH, Robert (Debora) Sears, of Sparta, OH, brother-in-law, Phillip Roush of Mason, OH; nieces and nephews; Kelly (Brian), Helen (Tim), Tanya, Eric, Andrew (Erin), Heather (Jeff), Haley, and Hilary along with several great and great-great nieces and nephews and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Clyde (Sondra), Carroll; sister, Susie; sisters-in-laws, Susan Sears and Susan (Morrison) Sears.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in memory of David to the Ohio Genealogical Society, Morrow County Chapter. Thank you for your generosity.

There will be a graveside service held at Bloomfield Cemetery at a date and time soon to be announced.