David was born on August 18, 1960, in Sterling, the son of LaVerne and Margaret (Remington) Reul. He married Cagalena Graves on September 7, 2002, in Prophetstown. David was a self-employed floor installer and did work for Spets Brothers in Kewanee for several years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying deer and turkey hunting as well as fishing. David also loved hunting and collecting rocks. He liked hanging out with family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Cagalena of Hooppole; two sisters, Ardy Burmahl and Gloria Reul; one brother, “Doc” Dean (Mary) Reul of Rock Falls; one niece, Harlee Graves; four nephews, Michael Paul Reul, Jason Reul, Zach Graves, and Eli Graves.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and two sisters.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Celebration of Life will take place at 11:00 AM Sunday, May 3, 2026, at The Bears Den, 102 Commercial Street, Lyndon, IL. Arrangements were completed by the McDonald Funeral Home in Prophetstown.
