David Allen Kump, Sr.

Kump, David Allen Sr., of Providence Forge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 9th, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce S. Kump. He is survived by his children, David, Jr. and his partner, Ruth Craig of Chester, Julia Klotz and her husband, Chris of Henrico, and Kim Gracik of Tallahassee, Florida. In addition to his children he is also survived by his grandchildren, Stephen M. Gracik, David Klotz and Sarah Klotz, along with his special friend, Virginia Baker. David began working for VEPCO in Hopewell after his service in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was promoted to Field Manager in New Kent County and retired from Dominion Power with over 40 years of service. David enjoyed dancing, gardening, travelling, and spending time with his friends and family. David was a lifelong member of St. James Catholic Church in Hopewell, where a funeral mass will be held on Wednesday morning, August 16th at 11:00am, followed by interment at Appomattox Cemetery in Hopewell. Family and friends will share in a visitation at J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home in Hopewell on Tuesday evening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the New Kent Volunteer Rescue Squad or St. James Catholic Church in Hopewell. Condolences may be registered online at www.jtmorriss.com .