David Bruce Throneburg, 71, of Statesville, N.C. passed away Sunday, May 23, 2022, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

Mr. Throneburg was born July 11, 1950, in Catawba County, N.C., and was the son of the late Bob and Floy Honeycutt Throneburg. David graduated from St. Stephens High School and was employed with Commscope Trucking, and he also worked as a brick mason. On July 7, 1990, David married Karen Hensley Throneburg, and together they shared more than 30 years of marriage.

In addition to his wife, David is survived by his daughter, Toni Burke; his brother, Mike Throneburg; and his grandchildren, Hope Burke, Christian Burke, Jordan McCray and Jasmine McCray.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Those wishing to make donations in Mr. Throneburg’s memory are asked to consider Rusty’s Legacy Animal Rescue, 139 Lytle Mountain Road, Marion, NC 28752.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.