David Andrew Metzger, 73, of Francesville, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at his home.
He was born on January 14, 1953 in Wabash, IN to the late Robert and Marilyn (Grogg) Metzger. David graduated from West Central High School in 1971 where he excelled in athletics. After high school, he attended the University of Evansville where he played football. On August 10, 1975, David married Arlene Sue Leman in Francesville. They shared 51 years of marriage, building a life centered on love, joy, and faith.
At age 40, David enrolled at Purdue University to pursue a career in education. He was a dedicated fourth-grade teacher at Eastern Pulaski Elementary School where he made a difference in the lives of his students. After retirement, David continued to enjoy working outdoors, doing farm work for Gudeman Ag.
Faith was an important part of David’s life. He gave his life to the Lord in 1973 and was a faithful, active member of the Francesville Apostolic Christian Church. He served in many roles within the church including Sunday School teacher, a ministry which he deeply loved. He also participated in winter work teams with HarvestCall and served on the Gateway Woods board of directors.
David faithfully supported his children and grandchildren in their various activities. He treasured spending time with them, especially fishing with his grandchildren. He led quietly by example and displayed patience throughout his life. David’s legacy will live on in the many lives he touched, the lessons he taught, the faith he shared, and the memories that were made.
While our hearts grieve his passing, we are comforted knowing that he has finished the race and his victory in Jesus is won.
He survived by:
Arlene Sue (Leman) Metzger, Francesville, IN Wife
Alivia Jolene (husband: Stuart) Gutwein, Lafayette, IN Daughter
Austin David (wife: Stacy) Metzger, Rensselaer, IN Son
Trenton David (wife: Kelli) Metzger, Lafayette, IN Son
Ava Gutwein, Granddaughter
Hudson Gutwein, Grandson
Lukas Gutwein, Grandson
Mac Gutwein, Grandson
Colton Metzger, Grandson
Logan Metzger, Grandson
Kinsley Metzger, Granddaughter
Emersyn Metzger, Granddaughter
Noah Metzger, Grandson
Gracelyn Metzger, Granddaughter
Mia Metzger, Granddaughter
Emma Metzger, Granddaughter
Theresa (husband: Paul) Selinsky, Las Vegas, NV Sister
Carolyn (husband: Stan) Cline, Ft. Wayne, IN Sister
Dan (wife: Debbie) Metzger, Ft. Wayne, IN Brother
Amanda (husband: Scott Gayton) Liter, Bulgaria Sister
Dennis (wife: Linda) Leman, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law
Larry (wife: Pam) Leman, Monticello, IN Brother-in-law
Kristine (husband: Neal) Widmer, Battle Ground, IN Sister-in-law
Douglas (wife: Margaret) Leman, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law
Scott (wife: Kathy) Leman, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law
Curtis (wife: Valerie) Leman, Francesville, IN Brother-in-law
Several Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in death by:
Mitzie Leigh Metzger, Infant Daughter
Abbie Sue Metzger, Infant Daughter
Mark Metzger, Brother
Scott Metzger, Brother
Sidney and Fern Leman, In-laws
Rebecca Leman, Sister-in-law
Visitation will be from 2-6 PM EST Sunday, November 1, 2026 at Frain Mortuary in Francesville, IN.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM EST Monday, November 2, 2026 at Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville, IN with Ministers of the Church officiating.
Burial will take place at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to HarvestCall-Winter Rebuild or LifeWise Academy.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Francesville, IN.
The family would like to thank the staff from Willows Hospice and the aides from Safeguard Joy for the wonderful care they gave to David.
