David Ralph Speakman, 49, of Leonardtown, MD died on October 31, 2015 at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital in Clinton, MD. Born August 29, 1966 in Havre de Grace, MD he is the son of the late Richard Arlen Speakman and Patricia Ann Steward.

In 1984, David graduated from North East High School in Elkton, MD. He enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country until his honorable discharge in 1987.

On June 20, 1992, David married his beloved wife, Erin Mary McCauley. Together, they celebrated over 23 wonderful years of marriage.

He was employed as a mechanical project manager at Patuxent River Naval Air Station for over 19 years. His hobbies included fishing, golfing, camping and hunting for shark teeth. However, his greatest love was spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, David is also survived by his children, David Richard Speakman of Leonardtown, MD and Sarah Hannah Speakman of Leonardtown, MD; his sisters, Vicki Ann Chynoweth of North East, MD and Sandi Lee Heath of Elkton, MD; his brother, Steve Krause of North East, MD; his grandchildren, Drayden Khole Speakman, Lilly Grace Speakman and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Family will receive friends for David's Life Celebration on Sunday, November 8, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service celebrated by Rev. Joe Orlando at 4:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Mary's Animal Welfare League, Post Office Box 1232, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.