David B. Lackey, 55 of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026. He was born January 2, 1971, in Valparaiso, to the late David A. and Connie (Vaughn) Lackey. David graduated from Wheeler High School in 1989, and received his associate’s degree in criminal justice from Vincennes University. David was a dedicated Maintenance Supervisor for the Shorewood Forest community in Valparaiso for over 30 years. He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed bowling, fishing, and watching NASCAR. David will be remembered for his strongly opinionated views, and his wonderful sense of humor. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, who will be deeply missed.
On December 17, 1993, David married the love of his life, Jamie Blanton, who survives, along with their children: D.J. Lackey and Rebecca (George) Lonadier, both of Valparaiso; grandchildren: Georgie, Davey, Gracie Sue, and Jimmie Lonadier; sister, LeAnne (John) Conner; sister-in-law, Megan Vittetoe; niece and nephews: Evan and Caden Vittetoe, and Nick and Rachel Conner; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Jimmie and Grace Blanton; and many loving extended family members.
A visitation will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso.
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Dave was definitely one of my closed, dearest friends. He and his Wife Jamie are our neighbors and two of the first ones we met when we moved to the neighborhood. Our friendship grew very strong immediately with our common interest. Our daughter Addison LOVED him with her entire being, she loved going fishing with him, getting candy from the snack shack at his work. I will miss you brother, you will ALWAYS be IN MY HEART AND MIND. I Love you brother. -Joey Cook
We are so very sorry for the loss of David. He was a wonderful and great person. Sending prayers, -DeAnn Stephens
Sorry for your loss Gone to soon. Prayers for the family. -Patricia Sumner-Abramson Sherry's mom
Jamie and kids. So very sorry about Davie. I got to see him and Connie at homecoming several years ago. I have such great memories of him as a young Davie. Will miss him. God must had need a special angel!! FLY HIGH DAVIE YOU WERE SO SPECIAL!! LOVE YOU COUSIN!! -Ann West
So sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace. -Sherry Sumner
I am very sorry to hear about David’s passing. He was a nice guy and did a good job for Shorewood Forest as our community maintenance supervisor. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. -Bob Vegter
