In the early morning hours of October 26, 2026, David Keith Monroe-Srite Jr. departed this earthly life and entered into eternity, leaving behind a family who loved him beyond what words could ever express.

David’s life began as a very special Christmas gift. Born on December 25, 1992, in Whittier, California, he brought a joy into his parents’ lives that would remain with them forever. From the moment they first held him, they knew they had been entrusted with someone truly special. He was a beautiful baby boy who grew into a handsome young man, but those who knew David would tell you that his greatest beauty was found in his heart.

David had a heart of gold. He possessed a rare ability to see people for who they were, never allowing wealth, position, or circumstances to determine how he treated someone. He could carry on a conversation with a celebrity just as easily as he could with someone who had no place to call home. To David, every person deserved kindness, dignity, and respect. He never considered himself above anyone, and he never made another person feel beneath him. That was simply who David was.

He was a young man of many interests, talents, and accomplishments. David loved Camaros and radio-controlled airplanes, interests that brought him great enjoyment. He favorite place to go was his Grandma and Grandpa’s. He enjoyed driving around with his Dad. He enjoyed cooking for his Mom. He was also dedicated to learning and education. Having been homeschooled, he went on to earn two bachelor’s degrees and an associate degree. He was a black belt by the age of 10. His accomplishments were meaningful, but to his family, the greatest thing about David was never what he achieved—it was the person he became.

David touched countless lives throughout his years on earth. Whether someone knew him for a lifetime or encountered him only briefly, he had a way of leaving an impression. His kindness, his personality, and his willingness to treat everyone with genuine care will remain part of the beautiful legacy he leaves behind.

He leaves behind his loving mother, Elizabeth (Lisa), his father, David, his grandparents, extended family, uncles, aunts, cousins, and many dear friends whose lives were made richer because David was part of them.

For his mother and father, the loss of their precious son has created an emptiness that words cannot describe. There are moments when even breathing seems difficult, because the love they carry for David is so deep. A parent’s love does not end when a child’s earthly life is over. It continues in every memory, every photograph, every familiar place, and every quiet moment when they wish they could hear his voice one more time.

Yet, even in the midst of unimaginable sorrow, his family holds tightly to the hope found in Jesus Christ—the promise that death does not have the final word for those who belong to Him.

David came into this world on Christmas Day, a day when we celebrate God’s greatest gift to humanity, Jesus Christ. And now, as his family remembers the gift of David’s life, they find comfort in the Savior whose birth we celebrate on that very day.

David will always be their son, their family, and a treasured part of their hearts. His life was a gift, his love was a blessing, and his memory will be cherished for all the days to come.

Until the day we meet again, we will carry you in our hearts.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com