Obituary for William David Moss

Pa-Pa David passed away on Dec. 2 after a brief illness.
After 45 years as a railroad engineer with Southern Pacific, he retired to Payson. As a “Hogger,” he enjoyed traveling across the USA visiting other railroads.
David was a proud veteran of the Korean War, where he served as a photographer for the Army. He loved all forms of music, but particularly jazz and had an affinity for the saxophone. As a self-proclaimed “foodie” he enjoyed eating out and socializing with other local folks. He volunteered his photography services wherever possible. He also was a member of the American Legion and the Moose Lodge in Star Valley.
David is preceded in death by his father and mother, Fredrick William Moss and Sallie Bushong of Van Buren, Ark.; his siblings, Ina, Audrey, and Darrel; and his sons, William and James. He is survived by his wife, Helen Moss; sister, Ethel Sharp; his daughters, Liz Alexander, Regina and Debra Mathews, Marsha Moss; his grandchildren, Tyler, Austin and Logan Alexander, Serena Mathews, Heather Moss-Wesolek, Christopher Dieter, Kaylen, Justine and Sky Mathews; lastly his great-grandchildren, Lexi and Trinity Alexander.
Services will be held at the Payson United Methodist Church located at 414 N. Easy St. on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m.