In Remembrance Of
David W. Auxier
David Wayne Auxier, 25, of Columbia, Missouri, formerly of Smithville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2018.
David was born to Douglas and Melissa (Davidson) Auxier on November 15, 1992 in Liberty, Missouri. David and his sisters, Jennifer and Jill, grew up on the Auxier family farm in rural Edgerton, Missouri. David graduated from Smithville High School in 2011. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Missouri, Columbia, where he was a graduate student at the College of Veterinary Medicine.
David found the love of his life in Shannon (Keith) Auxier when he was just a sophomore in high school. The high school sweethearts were married among family and friends on June 11, 2016.
David spent as much time as possible helping on the family cattle farm, which ultimately inspired his decision to become a large animal vet. David enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, trapshooting, baseball, and fixing anything and everything in the shop with his dad. David was also a member of the Student Chapter American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA), MU CVM Bovine Club and was a lifetime member of the NRA. David was a genuine, hard-working, courageous, Christian man, husband, son, brother, uncle and friend.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Lavern and Loretta Auxier and Denzil Davidson.
David is survived by his wife Shannon Auxier, their beloved cat Stanley; his parents Doug and Melissa Auxier; sisters Jenny (Jeff) Walton and Jill (Landon) Hale; nephew Connor Hale; grandmother Joyce Davidson; father and mother-in-law Kevin and Jocelyn Keith; sister-in-law Kyleigh Keith; other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 18th at the First Baptist Church of Smithville, MO
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 19th at the church.
The family wishes to establish a memorial fund in David’s name to fund scholarships for future MU veterinary students. Monetary donations may be made to the David W. Auxier Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
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31 comments
Ralph and Lisa (Wickam) Landis
Our thoughts are with you. We are very sorry for your loss.
Valerie Bell
Shannon, you and your lovely family have been on my mind so much the past few days. I have watched you grow from a sweet, intelligent, sensitive 7th grader, to a warm, successful adult, beautiful nurse, supportive sibling, and loving wife. Let your loved ones share your grief and be your strength as you find your way over time- you cannot ask too much of those of us who love you! Blessings to you, Shannon and family, and know you are present in my thoughts, reminiscences and prayers.
John Sonnenfeld
Dear Shannon, Melissa, Doug, and family… I am so very sorry for your loss of David.
Fortunately, death is only a temporary part of life. Jesus promised us a wonderful resurrection of the dead (John 5:28,29/1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14), so we have the hope of being reunited with our deceased loved ones. In the meantime, even though the pain of loss through death may sometimes seem insurmountable, rest assured that God will give you the strength necessary to endure the coming months (Psalm 46:1).
Please accept my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences…. John
Kena Frederick
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and praying for comfort, Shannon. — Kena
Nita Pridgen
Doug and Melissa and family
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine the depth of your pain. I feel so bad for your heartache.
Hugs and prayers to mend all of your hearts
Nita
Bev Goad
My heart is aching for both of you Doug & Melissa. Please know I am praying for you at this difficult time. I’m so Sorry!
D mullins
So very sorry for the tragic loss of David.
Life seems so unfair to lose a cherished loved one as was your son.
The Bible gives a beautiful future hope for those that have fallen asleep in death. Revelation 21:4; promises: “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.” For more comforting scriptures please visit: jw.org. The Bible and Bible based information found there has given me hope, strengthened my faith and helped me to find out why? I hope it will do the same for you.
Sincerely
D mullins
John & Lois Saul
Doug, Melissa and family we have no words to express our sympathy to you. Our hearts go out to you . David was a great young man an will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Amie Guenther Redington
My prayers are of hope for your family and peace for your family.
Lisa Johnston
Please know that our hearts are breaking with you. David was a special young man and will be deeply missed. He was blessed to be loved by such a wonderful family and wife. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bill Bader
So sorry for your loss I can’t imagine what you are going through. He was on his way to a great future in a challenging but fulfilling occupation. Again my sympathies for your loss.
Sheila Foster
I am so sorry for your lose my thoughts and prayers are with you
Tamara Gull
With sincerest condolences.
Tim J. Evans, DVM, PhD, DACT, DABVT
I am rarely out of words to say, but David’s passing has left me in uncomfortable situation. I got to know David/Dave during his Toxicology course last spring. He came to many of the review sessions, where we got to interact, and he worked really hard in that class to get an A. As a brother in Christ, I know I will see him again, but I am sincerely saddened that I won’t get to see him become the great large animal veterinarian he would have become. I will be praying for his loving wife and immediate family, as well as his extended family and friends. I will unfortunately be out of town this week, but my prayers will be with all those whose lives were touched by David.
Tim Evans
Ana Sylvester
I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family. May God give you strength, peace and comfort.
Carol D Wagle Hazen Simpson
Tragic Deaths make no sense, and my heart is bleeding for your great Loss, No words can comfort, Know I am Thinking of you often, Praying as you All cross my mind, My wish for You is to Honor your feelings as they occur without judgment, and to embrace each other. I found those that are not widowed , have not lost their Mother; do not know my pain’; I do not know yours. I am here anytime to listen . Vicki has my number.
My memories about David , the first time David rode a riding lawn mower in the Smithville Parade and Doug running along side like a protective and proud father. The other is private between you and I , Lisa,
David sounds like an Amazing Young Man!! His banter with his sisters on FB was enjoyable.
Stevie and Andrea were devastated by David’s death and plan to attend His Memorial on behalf of me and themselves. I am Sorry I can not attend,
Much Love to You both Doug and Melissa , extend my sympathies to the family and love to Joyce,
Karen Meyers
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family
Paul and Kay White
All our love for you and Shannon at this time of sorrow.
God bless you both.
Eldon & Karla Auxier
A loss that will be flet by many.
Peggy Ann Eichen
I knew David when he was a student in the animal physiology lab class. He was always the quiet one in a group of three close friends. They were all good students and he was the calming influence whenever they started to get sidetracked in class. His loss is felt by many. My sympathies to his family and friends.
John T Zarzycki and family
Our thoughts prayers and love are with you.
Anita Burchit
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Gary and Dale Auxier
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Gary and Aunt Dale
Ron Merriman
Doug, Melissa, Jenny, and Jill, I am so sorry, We miss our old friends, Love and Prayers for all of you.
Vicki Landtiser
Doug, Melissa, Jenny and Jill
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I am praying for your strength. I pray you find comfort through your faith in God. Life can be so difficult but it is those times that our faith will see us through. My love and prayers are with you.
Vicki
Lori Mertz
David was one of my favorite students and one that continued to be my friend years after graduation. I admired his strong work ethic and kind heart. He will be missed dearly and I am so very sorry for your loss.
Robin Gifford
Words are trite but know I’m sending feeling of well being and strength to David’s family and especialy his Father Doug.
Beth Asher
There are no words to express how truly sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Bridget Byrne
I am so sorry for loss of David. My thoughts are with you in this time of huge sadness.
Shauna & Tony Martinez
We are deeply saddened for your whole family! It is a tragedy for you to have to go through some unimaginable pain. We are holding you all in our hearts & prayers! May God surround you with his Holy Comforter during this difficult time! With Our deepest sympathy, Tony & Shauna Martinez
Atresia Foster
I am so sorry to hear about David. He was a remarkable young man. He will be missed by many.