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David Allen Drozda, 76, passed away June 21, 2026 at Evercare of Jerseyville.
Born August 31, 1949 in Granite City, he was the son of Joseph and Alvera (Pospishel) Drozda.
A U.S. Army veteran, he had been employed with the Olin Corporation in East Alton for 30 years before retiring. S
urviving are two daughters, Laurie Gilligan of Pontoon Beach, Jamie (Darin) Vahle of Alton; three grandchildren, Kyler (Ashleigh) Gilligan, Kaden Gilligan, Cameron Vahle; and two great grandchildren, Kayson and Bailee Gilligan.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Kevin Drozda.
Cremation rites were accorded.
No services have been scheduled at this time.
Interment will be in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at a later date.
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