David W. Chivington of Sidney, Ohio went to be with Jesus on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Carrie Roeth, parents, Rev. Claude and Rev. Marilyn Chivington, his sister Maribelle (Rev. Daniel) Bare. David is survived by his wife Roxy Chivington, their three sons, Rev. Aaron (Sarah), Rev. Ryan (Betsy), Nathan (Amy), son-in-law, Justin Roeth, and sister, Claudia (Rev. Gary) Rode. David and Roxy have 20 grandchildren. David is with his beloved daughter Carrie Roeth in heaven by grace through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, to the glory of God.
David Chivington, an ambassador of Christ, was in ministry for over 47 years. He served, as pastor, multiple churches including: Wren UMC, Wood Chapel UMC, Bethel UMC, Willshire UMC, Union UMC, Fletcher UMC, Middletown UMC, Assistant District Superintendent of Northwest Plains District, Sidney First Global Methodist, Faith Ignited, and Coldwater Good Shepherd Church.
David faithfully preached the gospel of the grace of Jesus Christ and enjoyed helping people discover the beauty of God’s Word and glory. He was quick with encouragement, a humorous dad joke or story, a hug, a kind word, a simple smile, or the revelation of the truth needed from a gifted communicator. With a pastoral passion, a counselor’s heart, and a shepherd’s care, he led his family and churches into a healthy, intimate, passionate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ. David taught us that we are the blessed recipients of God’s amazing grace and the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Throughout his life, David enjoyed coaching basketball, riding his horse, and spending time with his kids and grandkids.
David was a graduate from Continental High School, Taylor University, United Theological Seminary, and received his doctorate of Ministry from Southern Methodist University.
Visitation and service to be held at Sidney First Church, 230 E. Poplar St, Sidney, OH 45365.
Visitation: Monday, April 14, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Visitation: Tuesday, April 15, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 15, 5:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made in David’s memory to the three causes:
Carrie Roeth Scholarship Fund https://ttf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=3178
Alive Church (Pastor Ryan Chivington) www.alive.church
Faith Ignited Church (Pastor Aaron Chivington) www.faithignited.church
Arrangements have been entrusted to Cromes-Edwards Funeral Home and Crematory in Sidney, Ohio.
