Catlin - David Heth Sawyer, 92, of Catlin, passed away at 1:15 pm Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Goldwater Nursing Home in Danville, Illinois

David was born on March 26, 1932, in Sidell, Illinois, the son of Earl Thomas and Hazel Miller Sawyer. He married Lorene Sacre on March 10, 1954, in Catlin, Illinois. She survives along with his daughter, Lisa (George) Willis of Noblesville, Indiana; two grandsons, Jack David Hall (Hilary Mohs) and Zachary Joseph Hall; and two step grandsons, Philip George Willis and Mitchell William Willis. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Earl Tyrus Sawyer.

David graduated from Eastern Illinois University and was a member of the TKE Fraternity while there. In 1953, he joined the army and was stationed at Fort Hood in Texas. He taught high school for one year in Wyoming, Illinois. He entered dental school at Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis, Indiana and graduated in 1961. While at IUSD, he joined the Delta Sigma Delta dental fraternity. He started out as a private practice dentist in Danville with Dr. Wayne Vaught. Eventually, he started his own practice at 518 North Logan in Danville where he practiced dentistry for over 25 years. He loved being a dentist and was respected by his patients. After retirement, David kept busy as a beloved part-time instructor at the IU School of Dentistry in Indianapolis. He was an avid golfer and member of the Harrison Park Country Club in Danville. He attended the Catlin Church of Christ and was a member of the Danville District Dental Society.

Memorial services will be held at 12:00 pm (noon) on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Robison Chapel in Catlin, Illinois with Paster Craig Roller officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am-12:00 pm (noon) on Friday, February 7, 2025, prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Vermilion County Animal Shelter, 14775 Catlin Tilton Road, Danville, Illinois 61834. Condolences to the family may be sent to Robison Chapel: www.robisonchapel.com.