David Andrew Favreau passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
He was born on April 10, 1950, in Plattsburg, New York, to Raymond and Doris Favreau. David graduated from Peru High School and joined the United States Navy, serving aboard the USS Intrepid. Following his military service, he moved to Lawrence.
David married Mary Seymour, and they had two children, Shawn Favreau and Shannon Nolan. They later divorced. He then married Cheryl Lang, and they had a son, Robert Favreau. Cheryl also had two daughters, Denise Hutto and Stephanie Shaffer. Cheryl preceded him in death.
In October 2009, David married Sarah Harrell, who survives at their home. Together, they shared a stepdaughter, Barbara Stauffer, who passed away in 2014.
Other survivors include 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
David retired from the Lawrence Paper Company, where he worked as a shipping supervisor. He enjoyed collecting antiques and antique toys, had a collection of Trump memorabilia, and spent many weekends attending estate sales.
A private service will be held at a later date.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Lecompton Historical Society, 640 E. Woodson, Lecompton, KS 66050.
Sarah, we are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was a great person and we are lucky to have known him. Our thoughts are with you always. Please take care of yourself and know we are here for you.
Sarah: My warmest condolences are with you at this time.
I will keep you in my prayers. Your memories will sustain you as you go forward. Keep them close.
Sarah, so sorry to hear of David ‘s passing. As someone else mentioned, I’m glad you two had a number of years together.
Dear Sarah,
My heart breaks for you. I am so thankful you had 17 years together.
I am thinking of you and praying for you,
Much love,
Liz
Rob, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Thinking of you at this time. You are loved and remembered,
Rob… Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Sarah, we were saddened when we received the news of David’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Im so sorry for your loss. David was a wonderful man. Wyatt loved talking to him about his collections….
We will miss you David, we are glad you had joined our crazy family, we all had fun together. You will be missed. We all will see you again when the Lord calls us. 🙏