David Earl Poole
David Earl Poole, 72, passed away March 25, 2025 at the Jewish Hospital Blood Cancer Unit, after a short battle with leukemia. David was surrounded by his wife and children.
He was born Oct. 19, 1952, in Fort Knox, Ky., the eldest son of Earl Wendell and Mary Virginia (Fritz) Poole.
David grew up in Levanna and attended Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington schools, graduating in 1971. He worked at Steel Craft and was a proud Union 44 Iron Worker. David worked on many of the buildings in Cincinnati. David met his future bride, Susan (Brookbank) at her father’s Firestone Tire Store and made several trips to the store to buy items he didn’t need before working up the courage to ask her out. The loving union between David and Susan was gifted with their two children, Bryan in 1980; and Megan in 1982. David and Susan raised their family in Ripley. David began his HVAC business by selling wood- burning stoves and then became a dealer for Lennox products. As a tribute to his wife’s support, David named his business D&S Heating and Cooling (David and Susan). He was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend.
David’s favorite hobby was dirt track racing with his best buddy, Shannon Gast, and he was honored to be the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame treasurer. David spent many weekends at the Florence Speedway and was instrumental in the growth of the Hall of Fame. He served several years on the Board of Directors at Southern Hills Bank and was a member of the Union Lodge 71 F.&A.M. Ripley. David will be remembered as a stubborn man with a strong work ethic, having a passion for racing, and someone who wasn’t afraid to talk politics.
He leaves behind the love of his life, Susan, his son, Bryan, his daughter, Megan, and his seven grandchildren, Jacob Poole, Alyssa Seip, Jordan Poole, Leah Seip, Ella Seip, Avery Poole and Jonah Poole. He also leaves his sister, Sue (Daniel) Barger; and three brothers, Steve, Richard and Rob; along with many nieces and nephews and friends. His earthly departure will leave a void that will be impossible to fill.
Memorials may be made to St. Michael Catholic School, 300 Market Street, Ripley 45167.
Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The Turner & Son Funeral Home is serving the family. For more information, visit www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc.