David Timmons

David Timmons, 55, of Franklin, died at 2:45 p.m. October 12, 2022, in Franklin. David was born January 14, 1967, in Anderson, Indiana, the son of Larry Criger and Janet Lou Timmons Criger. David was employed at Howard Trucking Company of Indianapolis, Indiana. He was in the transportation business for over 30 years. David was a veteran of the United States Army and was proud to have served his country overseas, during Desert Storm. A fun guy, David loved to joke with his family and friends. He would often tease and not know when to stop. When teasing David would laugh and always say, “It wasn’t me.” He absolutely loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A gathering of friends will take place at Jewell-Rittman from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Military Rites will be performed by the Bartholomew County Veterans Honor Guard at 5 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriors project through the funeral home and David’s finance’, Amanda Napier. Survivors include his step father, Larry Criger; fiancé, Amanda Sue Napier of Franklin; stepchildren, Justin (Emily) Bailey of Columbus, Tristan Bailey of Normal, Il., and Matthew Bailey of Seymour; brother, Daniel (Angela) Criger of Flippin, AR.; sisters, Becky (Shawn) Hansen of Beloit, Ohio, and Leigh (Jeff) Sweetland of Oceanside, CA.; grandchildren, Ayva, and Raylynn Bailey of Columbus; a beloved Uncle, Gary Timmons; former spouse, Kelly Bassett of Phoenix, AZ.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Janet Lou Timmons Criger. Arrangements entrusted to Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home.