Named for Rev. David who died on Dent's Run in 1799
Written on their monumnet, in part------I joined the Methodist church February 1, 1832; Licensed to exhort in 1835; ordained July 9, 1843; an Elder 1849. Conducted 300 funerals and preached 1400 sermons and for all this received $20. Taught 6 years in subscription and free schools; Justice of the Peace for 10 years; County surveyor 6 years; served three terms in the West Virginia Legislature. Married Charlotte R. Snider June 24, 1830. (This date is different from bible records)