David Grace, Jr., 56, of Hopkinsville, Passes Away

Grace was a truck driver and is survived by his mother, children, grandchildren, and long-time partner.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 10:59pm

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David A. Grace, Jr., age 56, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Jennie Stuart Medical Center from natural causes. Grace's family has chosen cremation with a Celebration of Life Visitation to be held at a later date. Grace was born in Coldwater, Michigan, and worked as a truck driver for Mesilla Valley Transportation.

Why it matters

Grace's passing is a loss for the Hopkinsville community, where he lived and worked for many years. His family and loved ones will be grieving his loss, and the community may come together to honor his memory.

The details

Grace is survived by his mother, Lorna Jean Hanna Fuller of Quincy, Michigan; his son, Edwin (Melinda) Grace of Fredericksburg, Indiana; his two daughters, Elaine (Josh) Taylor of Hardinsburg, Indiana, and Lillian Grace of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; his sisters, Heather (David) Woodham and Amanda (Glenn) Snapp, both of Michigan; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; and his significant other of 27 years, Darcie Cunningham of Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

  • David A. Grace, Jr. passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026.

The players

David A. Grace, Jr.

A 56-year-old resident of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, who worked as a truck driver for Mesilla Valley Transportation.

Lorna Jean Hanna Fuller

Grace's mother, who lives in Quincy, Michigan.

Edwin Grace

Grace's son, who lives in Fredericksburg, Indiana.

Elaine Taylor

Grace's daughter, who lives in Hardinsburg, Indiana.

Lillian Grace

Grace's daughter, who lives in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Darcie Cunningham

Grace's significant other of 27 years, who lives in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

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The takeaway

David Grace, Jr.'s passing is a loss for the Hopkinsville community, where he lived and worked for many years. His family and loved ones will be grieving his loss, and the community may come together to honor his memory and celebrate his life.