David "Hank" Jerome Estep, was born on December 16, 1955 to the late Charles Estep, Sr. and Ruth Eleanor Johnson Estep. God called Hank to his heavenly rest on September 30, 2010.

Along with his parents, Hank was preceded in death by his sister Charlotte Estep Bond Thomas; brothers Joseph Estep, James Estep, Rodney Estep, Louis Estep, Michael Estep and Charles Estep.

Hank earned his education through the St. Mary's County School Systems. Hank was employed by Embassy Dairy during his early years and later earned a living as a self employed Auto Mechanic.

Hank leaves to cherish a special friend and partner Carlene Hale. He also leaves to Cherish his memory a brother Lawrence Estep, Sr.(Wilma) of Mechanicsville, MD; a daughter Davida Estep of Lexington Park, MD; a son Damon Estep of California, MD and a step-daughter Nickey Holt of Lexington Park, MD; grandchildren Destiny, Dymond, Danazia, Troy and Kimorianna. Hank also leaves to cherish a special pet, Angel.

Family will receive friends on Friday, October 8, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Gospel Tabernacle of Prayer Church, Clements, MD, where services will be conducted at 11 am The Reverend Leroy McDuffie will be officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Patrick Mason, Everette Toye, Darryl Toye, Julius Estep, Marcus Estep and Joseph Medley.

Funeral arrangements were provided by The Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.