David Fairrington: key obituary facts
Is David Fairrington dead? Yes. David Fairrington died on June 10, 2026, at age 85.
Cause of death: David Fairrington's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was David Fairrington known for?
He was known as American artist.
More about David Fairrington
Born: 18 October 1940.
Place of birth: Fort Lewis.
Gender: male.
Occupation: painter.
Nationality: United States.
Education: Texas Tech University.
Known for: Painter.
David Fairrington, an American painter known for his realistic portraits and a range of other subjects, died on June 10, 2026, at age 85.
Born David Neal Fairrington on October 18, 1940, at Fort Lewis, Washington, he developed an early interest in drawing and later became known for work that also encompassed landscapes, still life and western art. His art drew on influences that included John Singer Sargent and Norman Rockwell.
Fairrington studied at Texas Tech University and was raised in a military household; his father, Ralph W. Fairrington, served as a career soldier in the U.S. Air Force. He was also drafted into the U.S. Army in 1966, completed basic training at Fort Polk, and was assigned to the Postal Department at Fort Sill, where he took art classes in his off-duty hours.