David Lesher Pierson, age 80, born April 25, 1932, passed away May 21, 2012 at Mobile Infirmary. Mr. Pierson was a resident of Hobson, AL. He retired from the U. S. Airforce as a Tech Sgt. having served for 20 years and retired from MWS Land Company after 18 years of employment. Mr. Pierson was a member of Pine Level Baptist Church, Hobson, AL, the American Legion, N.R.A., and AMG International Ministries.

Survived by: Wife of 57 Years- Annie J. Pierson of Hobson, AL Son- Martin (Debbie) Pierson of Hobson, AL Daughter- Karen (John) Clanton of Coffeeville, AL Grandchildren- Selina Bumpers of Saraland, AL Scherri (Walt) Nader of Hobson, AL Jared Strong of Tuscaloosa, AL Whitney Strong of Mobile, AL Wesley Strong of Coffeeville, AL Great-Grandchildren- Trey Nader, Sidney Nader, Andre Bumpers, Walker Bumpers, Hannah Bumpers, Salena Strong

Visitation will be Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Pine Level Baptist Church, Hobson, AL from 2:00 P.M. until the time of Service at 3:00 P.M. with Rev Ron Butler officiating. Interment will be in Jones-Beech Cemetery. Pallbearers: Carl Thompson, Nelson Thompson, Walt Nader, Gerald Everett, Donald Jones, Clint Odom