David Earl Cobble
David Earl Cobble, 83, of Silsbee, died March 8, 2025. He was born on August 29, 1941, in Silsbee, to Frances Upshaw Cobble and Cecil Earl Cobble.
He met the love of his life, Karen Derr, on the cafeteria steps of Lon Morris College in Jacksonville, Texas. It was love at first sight and they married on February 9, 1962. They began their life in Beaumont, where David began working for First National Bank and in 1974, moved his family to Silsbee where he continued his forty-five year banking career.
David had a heart for the Lord and prioritized his life with God first, followed by family and community. He was a very strong Christian and a man of integrity with a gentle spirit. He loved helping people and cherished the relationships he built with them.
He served in every leadership position in the church. He also served in many civic leadership positions. He loved to teach and spent many years teaching Sunday School to youth and young married couples. He also enjoyed teaching American Institute of Banking classes and told his students the first day how much he loved Snickers. A never fail, he always came away with lots of Snickers.
He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-three years, Karen Derr Cobble; son, Greg Cobble and his wife, Amy; daughters, Leslie Pember and her husband, Craig; and Carrie Krall and her husband, Jason. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Gretchen Lumpkin and her husband, Jonathan; Meredith Cobble; Lauren Pember; Sarah Pember; Katie Ernst and her husband, Brandon; Evan Krall; and Andrew Krall; as well as two great-granddaughters, Emma Ernst and Josephine Lumpkin. Survivors also include his sister, Carole Wills and her husband, Jim; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents; his dear grandson, Matthew Ryan Cobble; his sister, Cecile Cobble Fritz; as well as Karen’s parents, siblings, and their spouses.
The family would like to thank his wonderful and dedicated caregivers, Alma Taylor, Tina Carmenar, Ladonna Westbrook, and Compassion Hospice.
A gathering of Mr. Cobble’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m., until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Silsbee Methodist Church, 670 North 5th Street, Silsbee. His interment will follow at Hardin Memorial Park, Silsbee.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Silsbee Methodist Church, 670 North 5th Street, Silsbee, Texas 77656.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Silsbee
- 490, Cemetery Road, Silsbee, Texas, 77656,
- March 11, 2025
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Funeral Service
Silsbee Methodist Church
- 670, North 5th Street, Silsbee, Texas, 77656,
- March 12, 2025
- 11:00 am
Interment
Hardin Memorial Park
- 418, Cemetery Rd, Silsbee, TX, 77656,
- March 12, 2025
Mr Cobble was a wonderful man who I had the pleasure of working with in the Trust Department, he was a man of integrity and kindness. Never had a cross word but always had a little joke to make me smile. He was my friend that I will always treasure. Rest in Peace my dear friend.
I also took many banking classes that David taught many years ago. He was my favorite teacher, I always learned something in his classes. I remember that he loved Snickers. I remember him as a mild and very nice and respectful man. Prayers for comfort for his family and loved ones.
David was on o f my oldest friends that I can remember from 1945; the War was over and the Fletecher Richardson family returned to Silsbee to live within a few blocks of David Cobble, John Walter McGinty, Peggy Sue Bradshaw, Rita Wilson and Annelle Poshtaske. Annelle and David are the first to pass; they will both be missed by the rest of the group.
Condolences to to Cobble family.Mr.Cobble was a very sweet man I really enjoyed working with him as his caretaker.
I was truly blessed to have known and worked with David for many years at Silsbee State Bank. He was a kind man with the utmost integrity.
Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Sandra Messer Gernand
Prayers to the family of David. A wonderful person, always nice and lived a Christian life that showed daily. May God keep you in his arms during your loss.
To all of you, David was the kindest, most generous and all around wonderful Godly man. He will be missed by so many friends that will cherish the friendship they had with him. Prayers and hugs to all of you. Lul
Sending sincere condolences. Praying for God’s comfort and peace for all the family.
Mr. Cobble was one of the nicest and fairest person I have ever met. His integrity was impeccable. I loved his dry wit as well. Sending prayers and love to Mrs. Cobble and the rest of his family.
Karen and Family,
So, so, sorry to hear about David. What a loss to Silsbee and the entire Hardin County community. Bob and I thought so much of him and were always glad to be called friends during our many years knowing him in Silsbee. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
David was my friend and banker for 30+ years when we moved to Silsbee in the early ’70s. As in all small businesses, there are ups and downs and he was always there for me.
Rest in peace my dear friend … see you soon.
Ron Scarborough
ETEX
I took several banking classes with David as the teacher. He was a man of integrity, a real gentleman with an outstanding knowledge of banking. So sorry Leslie and family.
Mr. Cobble was a man of complete integrity and a sharp wit. Anita and I are thankful for his goodness to us with his beloved Karen. May God comfort and sustain the whole family.