David Allen Stafford, 66, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

David was born to W. Delores (Adams) and Danny Stafford on January 11th, 1960 in St. Joseph, Missouri. David was a graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School. He was a lifelong member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Joseph, Missouri.

David worked as a security guard for Security Services before working as a rural route carrier for the St. Joseph Newspress.

David was an avid fan of the Beetles and their music. David also enjoyed working on classic cars, especially 1963 Chevys.

Preceding David in death were his parents, Danny Stafford and W. Delores Potter, stepfather JT Potter, sister, Deborah "Debbie" (Stafford) Williams, and brother, Dennis Stafford. Surviving David, is his son, Brian Hart, along with his nieces and nephew.

David did not wish to have any formal services. He has been cremated under the care and direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel. Inurnment to follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri.