David D. Palmer, 52, of 466 Washington Street, St. Marys, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Penn Highlands Elk.

He was born on April 2, 1964, in St. Marys, a son of the late James Palmer and Mary Jane Williamson Palmer, who survives.

David was a lifelong resident of the area and attended St. Marys Area schools.  He was last employed by Morgan AM&T and was Catholic by faith.  He enjoyed visiting with his friends and fixing, building, and rebuilding anything with a motor.  He had a big heart and would help anyone in need.  More than anything, he loved and dedicated his life to his son, Isaac.

In addition to his mother, Mary Jane Williamson Palmer, he is survived by his son, Isaac Palmer of Ridgway, a sister, Gerri Ann (Mike) Ireland of Weedville, and by a niece and nephew.

He was preceded in death by his father, James Palmer in 2003.

A Mass of Christian Burial for David D. Palmer will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at 12:00 PM at St. Marys Church, Church Street, St. Marys, PA with Rev. Alfred Patterson, OSB, officiating.

There will be no visitation.

Interment will be in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to a favorite charity.

Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com