David A. Pierson Jr., 76, of Memphis, TN. passed away on July 25, 2017 and is finally at peace after years of battling Alzheimer's and dementia.He was born December 19, 1940 in Memphis to David A. and Porteve J.Pierson.He graduated from East High School and Southwestern (Rhodes) College and was a member of the Memphis Jaycees. He was the owner of Chip n' Dale's Antiques and the owner and auctioneer of Auntie Q's Auction.Formerly, he was the owner and chef of the nationally acclaimed French creole restaurant, The Vieux Chalet. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Laura S. Pierson and his son Lyle C. Pierson.

Visitation with friends and family in celebration of his life will be held at High Point Funeral Home on Monday, July 31st from 5 to 8 P.M. Funeral service will be at High Point Funeral Home Tuesday, August 1st at 10 A.M. with gravesite service to follow at Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, the Humane Society, or the charity of one's choice.