David A. Shillings, 66, of Jacksonville, IL, died Monday, March 15, 2021, at his home. He was born January 10, 1955 in Jacksonville, the son of George and Mary Allen Shillings. He married his high school sweetheart, Keota "Kodie" Shouse on April 5, 1975, in Jacksonville, and she survives. He is also survived by two sons, Beau (Lacy) Shillings and Judd (Shelly) Shillings, both of Jacksonville; five grandchildren, Kaden, Jenna, Preston, Evan, and Alaina; two nieces David thought of as daughters, Kara (Kevin) Franke of Kansas City, MO, and Chelsea Heinemann (fianc Doug Perabeau) of Jacksonville; one sister, Joyce (John) Heaton of Winchester; nieces and nephews, Lauren Shouse and William "Wil" Shouse, both of Jacksonville, Cheryl Heaton of Denver, CO, and John (Kristen) Heaton of Jacksonville; a sister-in-law, Kim (Darrell) Brown of Winchester; two brothers-in-law, Rock (Deanna) Shouse of Springfield and Hank Shouse of Chicago; and longtime friend, Steve Patterson of Beardstown. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a granddaughter. Mr. Shillings had worked at Capitol Records, Oscar Meyer in Beardstown, Jones Meat & Locker, Eagles/County Market, and Humphreys Market in Springfield. He had also worked for Rutland Fireclay. David was of the Christian faith. He was a fan since childhood of "Americas team", the Dallas Cowboys, and he enjoyed playing pool. He was an animal lover at heart, and loved his dogs Mandy, Rocky, Koda Bear, Jubeau, Karsea, Krisly, T.O. and Jeni. Everyone loved him, and he was always smiling. He especially loved his grandchildren. Due to the pandemic and understanding that only 50 people can be in the funeral home at one time, a walk-through visitation will be held 4-6 p.m., Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. Private services will then be held with burial at Diamond Grove Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimers Association. Per Davids wishes, a celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com. Visitation Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home, Jacksonville Chapel Wednesday, March 17, 2021 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM 1100 Lincoln Ave. Jacksonville, Illinois 62650