David William Hallows

David Hallows passed away on January 8th, 2026, after a life defined by hard work, long roads, and dedication to family & friends. He spent much of his life driving trucks, primarily hauling race and show horses across the country. Horses were more than just a job to him, they were a passion. He owned, rode, and trained horses for many years, finding pride and purpose in the work and the bond that came with it. Another passion of his was Country music. He worked as a local radio host at KPCR for several years becoming a familiar voice in the community known as “Country Dave.” He was a cowboy in the truest sense not just by his beloved cowboy hat and boots, but how he lived. Outspoken, tough, and built like a cowboy, he lived by a code where right and wrong mattered, even the hard lessons stuck, and he was a true friend to anyone who needed one. He raised four children and left a lasting influence on each of them through his love and lessons; some taught directly, others learned simply by watching him live his life. David was a firm believer in Jesus Christ and proven by his acts of love and service to many. His soul is now at peace and joined with his Lord and Savior. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” - 2 Timothy 4:7 He was preceded in death by his parents, James William and Imogene Fay Hallows. He is survived by his four children: daughters- Amanda Hallows Thomas (Tyron), Crista Hallows, and Jodi McPike, his son Jamie (Brittany) Hallows; as well as nine grandchildren: Tristan, Macy, Gianna, Nola, Myra, Karsyn, Kynnedy, Brinley, and Chael. He is also survived by his brother James Ray Hallows, Tina (Gordon) Powell and Diane Ahrens, and several nieces and nephews including Jeffrey and Dedra Hallows whom he’d recently grown close to. David will be remembered for his good faith, his strong work ethic, independence, a dedicated Father, Grandfather and friend and the life lessons he passed down, often without saying a word. Funeral Services are to be held at Bibb Veach Funeral Home in Bowling Green, Missouri on Thursday, January 15, 2026, with visitation at 11:00 a.m., funeral service at 1:00 pm, followed by burial at Fairview Cemetery in Louisiana, Missouri.

David William Hallows

October 27, 1955 - January 8, 2026