David “Dave” Pontious 79, Rochester, passed away at 5:09 P.M. Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Hickory Creek of Rochester.
He was born on July 26, 1946 in Rochester, Indiana, the son of Harry and Grace (Eash) Pontious. On February 25, 1967 in Argos, Indiana, he married Patricia Sue “Patty” Parrish. She preceded him in death on March 22, 2010.
Dave had been a famer throughout his life. In his early years he had been active in 4-H and attended the Burton United Methodist Church. He had attended the Safe Harbor Church. Dave enjoyed coaching AAU girls’ basketball and Special Olympic basketball teams as well as bull riding and rodeos.
Survivors include his son, Derek (Karen) Pontious, Rochester, Indiana, grandchildren, Elizabeth Ann (Devin) McFarland, South Bend, Indiana, Justin Harry (Chantel) Pontious, Silver Lake, Indiana, Sierra Grace (Cary) Daly, Elkhart, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services will be announced at a later date with interment at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, Indiana.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana Special Olympics.
Arrangements by Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com
