David Michael Appling Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of David Michael Appling (Knoxville, Tennessee), who passed away on July 8, 2025, at the age of 46, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Michael Appling to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, George, Shirley Appling and Charles Sands; and his aunt Cheryl O'Baugh (Appling). He is survived by: his parents, David Appling (Corina) and Debra Sands; his siblings, Danielle Bowman (Chris) and Chris Appling (Karen); his son Cameron Milligan; his cousin Dennis "Bubba" O'Baugh; his grandmother Etta Sands; his siblings' children, Lexi Jackson, Shaylyn Jackson, Makiya Martin, Kallie Disney, Elizabeth Appling, Dekota Jackson, Jozion Martin, Kaynan Bowman, CJ Appling and Dutton Appling; his aunts, Deborah Smith (John), Rhonda Williams (Gray) and Kristi Ridenour (Baby John); and his uncle Robbie Sands (Kathy). He is also survived by many cousins, extended family.
Visitation was held on Saturday, July 12th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Calendar Fountain City Chapel (2829 Rennoc Rd, Knoxville, TN 37918). A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 12th 2025 from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the same location.