David Lamar Musgrove

David L. Musgrove Celebrating a Life Well Lived In Loving Memory It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and friend, David Lamar Musgrove. David was a resident of Tallahassee, Florida and passed away at the age of 80 on November 29, 2025. For several years, David faced his battle with lung cancer with extraordinary courage and grace. And now, though our grief feels beyond words, we come together to celebrate a life that touched so many and will be remembered with deep love. David was the son of the late Theodore and Mildred Musgrove and was born in Bainbridge, Georgia, on October 4, 1945. His father was one of the last tobacco farmers in the state, and David began helping in the tobacco barn at just eight years old which shaped his strong work ethic throughout his life. On October 14, 1973, David married Kingsly Hiatt, and together they shared 53 years of devotion, partnership, and love. David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant and completing a tour in Laos. His service and dedication were a source of deep pride to both him and his family. David started his career as an electrician which spanned over 40 years and became an electrical superintendent. He was sought out by major construction companies due to holding a top security clearance. David worked for companies such as; B.L. Harbert International, AICI-SP, JA Jones International and Dillingham Construction. David’s work took him to South Korea, Pakistan, Malta, Haiti, Uzbekistan, Puerto Rico, Russia (Moscow and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk), Philippines, Singapore and Egypt. Also, David worked in Cuba at both the Guantanamo Naval Base and Havana, which required more security clearance. David loved to fish with his friends and family but his main love was his family. David was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Mildred Musgrove; his mother-in-law, Cecelia Hiatt; and his father-in-law, James Hiatt. He is survived by his older brother, Charles Musgrove (Ellen Musgrove), and his sister, Gloria Thomas. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law Glen Hiatt (Susan Hiatt) and David Hiatt, and his sister-in-law, Cecelia Hiatt (Dale McCombs). David is survived by his son, Brent Musgrove (Kari Musgrove), and his daughter, Megan Vail (Jamie Vail); as well as his beloved grandchildren: Dawson Musgrove, Carlos Urrutia, Makayla Musgrove-Vail, Mackenzie Musgrove, and Kingsly Jolynn Vail. He is also remembered with love by a host of nieces and nephews who adored him. The Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m at Bevis Funeral Home. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no viewing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Big Bend Hospice Foundation 1723 Mahan Center Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32308 or American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741 Susie Mozolic of Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the Musgrove family with their arrangements. www.bevisfh.com 850-385-2193)

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David Lamar Musgrove

October 4, 1945 - November 29, 2025