David Furness

David Furness
Official portrait, 2021
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Marine Corps
Years of service1987–2023
RankLieutenant General
Commands2nd Marine Division
Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa
Recruiting Station Sacramento
1st Marine Regiment
1st Battalion, 1st Marines
Battles / warsGulf War
War in Afghanistan
Iraq War
AwardsDefense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit (3)
Bronze Star Medal (2)

David J. Furness is a retired United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who last served as the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations from August 2021 to July 2023. He previously was the Assistant Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies and Operations from August 2020 to August 2021.