David Lee Padgett, 67, of Hillsboro died Aug. 25, 2016, at Mercy Hospital St. Louis in Creve Coeur. Mr. Padgett was a retired groundskeeper for the city of Hazelwood. He also was a caretaker for the Davis family in Ladue and lent his time and talents to many who needed a helping hand. He was a member of Hillsboro United Methodist Church. Born March 27, 1949, in St. Louis, he was the son of the late Dorthy Pope and Jacob Padgett.
He is survived by his wife of almost 38 years: Debra Padgett of Hillsboro; and nieces and nephews Kendra Tracy, Bri Barber, Grant Barber and Anthony Padgett.
Mr. Padgett chose to donate his body to Washington University. Memorials may be made to HUMC, 4810 State Hwy B, Hillsboro, 63050; or to the St. Louis Zoo at www.stlzoo.org/give/tributescommemorativebrick. Arrangements were under the direction of Bell Funeral Home in Pacific.