David Austen King

Birth date: Oct 6, 1932 Death date: Feb 11, 2020

David Austen King 1932-2020 – A Life Well-Lived – Dave’s full life came to a peaceful end February 11th, 2020, slipping away quietly in the presence of family and caregivers, not drawing a lot of attention to himself as was his ty Read Obituary

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Rose Santellano-Milem

290w ago

Hello my dear Pat and King family, We were so sorry to learn of Dave's passing.
Thank you for sharing some of his life highlights in his obituary. It was nice to learn where he came from, about his many adventures, and of his love of life and love of his family. I met Pat at church and we became immediate friends. Through Pat, my husband Jeff and I met Dave. Both Dave and Jeff were professors at the UA, although at different times. I found it interesting that they were both similar in personalities;sharp wits and a good sense of humor. We enjoyed the times we spent with Dave and Pat in their beautiful Ft. Lowell home. We have fond memories of viewing Dave's beautiful photography in their home and at the Ft. Lowell Artists Showcase.Dave and Pat were always so welcoming and gracious hosts. When Pat was ill, Dave did his best to take care of her and their home. And then Dave got sick and Pat did her best to care for both of them. The one thing I will never forget is their dedication, love, and caring they had for one another, their love was beautiful. I got to witness this when I visited. We moved from Tucson to Santa Barbara, a few years back.Dave and Pat were friends we knew we were going to miss, which ended being so true. Dave and Pat, thank you for your friendship.
Love you, Jeff and Rose

Perry Brown

290w ago

It was wonderful to be able to read some of the highlights of Dave's life. I do hope that his family has had a time to celebrate his well lived life and all that he has meant to many people. Though we were not in close contact after we moved from Oregon to Montana, Dave was always one of my favorite colleagues. He was a genuine and warm colleague; it was really a pleasure to work with him. HIs academic legacy lives on through his many students.

Perry Brown

William Stewart

292w ago

Dave lived a wonderful life with a lasting impact on all he met. During my graduate studies in the mid-1980's, Dave brought me into his group of students and taught be about creative thinking and learning -- which to this day, still influences what I do and why I do it. Modest, chatty, thoughtful, and good humored -- conversations with Dave were the best! I remember so many fun parties he and Pat would host for graduate students in their cozy Ft Lowell home. I miss him a lot, and along with Yumiko, send warm hugs and fond memories to Pat and family. Bill Stewart

Evergreen Mortuary, Cemetery & Crematory

294w ago

Added 2 new photos to the Memories Album album.

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